Ofcom statement bans Global Title leasing and strengthens mobile network security rules

Article summary

Ofcom has published a statement on 22 April 2025 implementing new rules on Global Titles and mobile network security. The measures ban mobile operators from leasing Global Titles to third parties and prohibit third parties from creating Global Titles from sub-allocated numbers. The rules take immediate effect for new arrangements, with existing arrangements required to cease by 22 April 2026. Some specific use cases receive an extended transition period until 22 October 2026. The statement also introduces new guidance for number range holders on preventing misuse of Global Titles and strengthens rules against unauthorized creation and use.