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What happens if 999 fails?
Ofcom, the communications regulator, sets strict targets for how quickly 999 calls must be answered. If police forces consistently fail to meet these standards, they can face significant fines. This financial penalty incentivises forces to improve their call handling procedures, as seen with the changes made by North Wales Police.
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