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If you are experiencing domestic abuse it is important you tell someone:
- If your life is in danger or a crime is being committed call the police on 999.
If you're in danger and unable to talk on the phone, dial 999, listen to the operator’s questions and respond by coughing or tapping the handset. Then follow the instructions depending on whether you are calling from a mobile or a landline.
If you are calling 999 from a mobile, if prompted press 55 to Make Yourself Heard. This will transfer your call to the police and does not allow them to track your location.
If you are calling 999 from a landline, if only background noise can be heard and BT operators cannot decide whether an emergency service is needed, you will be connected to a police call handler. If you replace the handset, the landline may remain connected for 45 seconds in case you pick up again. When 999 calls are made from landlines, your location should be automatically available to the call handlers to help provide a response.
You'll be able to conduct your whole call in silence if needed.
- If it is not an emergency you can report by calling 101 or by going online