Category: Articles

Ofcom’s analysis of emergency call handling concluded…for now

Posted 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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25 Years of Magrathea and Three Decades of Change in Telecommunications

Posted on: 14th May 2026, by Magrathea

By Linus Surguy, Co-Founder, Magrathea Telecommunications… In July 2026, Magrathea Telecommunications Limited reaches its 25th anniversary. For me personally, that milestone coincides with more than 30 years spent working in the telecommunications industry. It feels like an appropriate moment to pause and reflect, not only on the growth of the company, but on the extraordinary […]

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Ofcom Call Termination Review – what it means for service providers

Posted on: 5th May 2026, by Magrathea

Ofcom has recently published its latest statement following the Review of Call Termination Markets and End-to-End Connectivity Conditions. This review takes place every five years and determines which elements of the voice market remain regulated, and how. As expected, there are no major surprises this time. The most significant changes were introduced in the 2021 […]

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The UK Fraud Strategy – what it means for telecoms providers

Posted on: 15th April 2026, by Tracey Wright

Fraud remains one of the most significant challenges facing the UK economy, affecting individuals, businesses and public services alike. Latest figures estimate it costs £14.4bn each year and accounts for around 45% of reported crime. So, it’s reassuring to see that the Government’s latest Fraud Strategy – launched at London’s Guildhall on 9th March – […]

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Choosing a Wholesale Partner: What to consider to get it right

Posted on: 2nd April 2026, by Magrathea

The recent completion by Ofcom of the Reviews of Call Termination Markets and End-to-End Connectivity Condition will be our bedtime reading for a few nights to come and we will share our conclusions in more depth very soon.  At a summary level we feel it’s a mixed bag.  On one hand it’s disappointing to see […]

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International Women’s Day – 8th March 2026

Posted on: 6th March 2026, by Tracey Wright

International Women’s Day can sometimes feel uncomfortable to write about as it focuses on just one group but, highlighting women once a year in this way does not mean failing to support others.  We can, and should, be inclusive to all. There is always a risk of sounding worthy or implying that nothing has changed […]

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