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Wiltshire Police 101 Phone Line Down, 999 Calls Face Slight Delays

The force directs non-urgent reports to its website during a control-room fault.

Overview

  • Police reported the issue around 7:30pm Thursday after technical difficulties in the control room.
  • The non-emergency 101 telephone service remains unavailable while restoration work continues.
  • Emergency 999 calls are being answered, though callers have been warned to expect a slight delay.
  • Residents have been asked to use the 101 function on the Wiltshire Police website for crimes not in progress.
  • The force says it is working rapidly to restore the phone system and has thanked the public for patience.