Posted on: 1st September 2026, by Magrathea
Last year we wrote about Ofcom’s proposals to close the mobile CLI spoofing loophole and questioned whether there were some fairly significant holes in the plan. We wholeheartedly supported the intention of stopping fraudsters overseas from presenting UK mobile numbers to make their calls look more trustworthy, but we had serious concerns about the proposed […]
Read MorePosted on: 19th August 2026, by Magrathea
What has happened? The long-awaited revised Telecoms Security Requirements (TSR) Code of Practice is now published, almost 4 years after the original was introduced in December 2022, which is music to our collective ears! A lot has changed since then. New technologies such as eSIMs are more widely used, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) have been […]
Read MorePosted on: 18th August 2026, by Magrathea
By Martyn Iles, Tech Director As we mark 25 years of Magrathea, it feels appropriate to reflect not just on the services we provide, but on how the industry has evolved, as well as the role we have played -and continue to play – in shaping it. Much of that work is invisible. It happens […]
Read MorePosted on: 27th July 2026, by Magrathea
Twenty-five years is a milestone worth marking. To commemorate the occasion, the Magrathea team came together for an afternoon of great food, entertainment and plenty of laughter. It was a chance to enjoy each other’s company, celebrate everything we’ve achieved together, and look ahead to the opportunities the future holds. As we mark our 25th […]
Read MorePosted on: 17th July 2026, by Magrathea
For the 18th consecutive year, we were proud to sponsor the Comms Council UK awards. As always, it was a fantastic opportunity to catch up with both familiar and new faces in the wonderful setting of Kitty Hawk, London. Anne-Marie did a brilliant job welcoming everyone and reflecting on some of the changes we have […]
Read MorePosted on: 1st July 2026, by Magrathea
Ofcom has now concluded its industry-wide review of emergency call handling following a couple of high-profile enforcement cases. Whilst the regulator found no evidence of widespread failings, it has used the opportunity to remind every communications provider of the standards it expects. You can view the letter here. The letter lays out a number of […]
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