Callmedia

In March 2006, OFCOM introduced stringent new regulations on predictive diallers. These are:

Abandoned rate < 3% of live calls on each individual campaign over any 24 hour period, measured as a percentage of live connections

Yes
Informational message to be played, within 2 seconds of answer, containing:
  • the identity of the company on whose behalf the call was made
  • details of a no charge (0800) or basic rate (0845) call-back number
  • no marketing content and is not used as an opportunity to market to the called person
Yes

Unanswered calls must ring for a minimum of 15 seconds

Yes

No more than one abandoned call may be made to a number within 72 hours

Yes

CLI must be presented, which must not be charged at higher than National rate

Yes

Records to demonstrate compliance must be kept for a minimum of 6 months

Yes