London Attack: MFAT Establishes 0800 Number

Thursday, 7 July 2005, 11:50 pm
Press Release: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade has established an 0800 number for calls about missing friends and relatives in London. The number, active immediately, is 0800 432 111.

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