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Call to spread the word about mobile-friendly freephone

People who call charity helplines from mobile phones could be ringing up huge charges, even if the line is a “freephone” number, including callers who are poor, vulnerable or seeking help with debt and bills.

The Helplines Association (THA) says the problem is becoming more acute as an increasing proportion of callers are likely to depend on mobile phones.