Emergency Numbers in the UK
The emergency number in the UK is 999. It reaches the police, an ambulance and the fire service.
People who cannot speak on the phone can register with the emergency SMS service by texting "register" to 999.
Emergency numbers
Helplines and non-emergency numbers
Checked 22 October 2026 against GOV.UK: 999 and 112, the UK’s national emergency numbers. Numbers can change; if you live in the UK, check with your local authority.
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Emergency numbers in every country
Police, ambulance and fire numbers side by side, for when you travel.
Emergency numbers in the UK: questions and answers
What is the emergency number in the UK?
The emergency number in the UK is 999. It reaches the police, an ambulance and the fire service.
What is the ambulance number in the UK?
For an ambulance in the UK, call 999 or 112.
What is the police number in the UK?
To reach the police in the UK, call 999 or 112.
What is the fire service number in the UK?
For the fire service in the UK, call 999 or 112.
Does 112 work in the UK?
Yes, 112 works in the UK. Works the same as 999.
Does 911 work in the UK?
911 is not an emergency number in the UK. Call 999 instead, and do not count on 911 being passed on.
What should I say when I call?
Say where you are first: the address, a landmark or what you can see. Then say what happened, how many people are hurt and whether anyone is in danger. Answer the questions, follow the instructions and stay on the line until the operator says you can hang up.
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