exactly. I cannot think of a more ridiculous way to cause confusion and issues.
It is without a doubt, totally unacceptable to expect anyone in the uk to remember every single mobile number 6 starting digits to check they aren't premium numbers. 6 numbers ffs, and 3 variations alone listed above. and we need to check every single mobile number doesn't match these? there is no way in hell anyone should ever pay for this ever.
The defense that EE gave is don't worry we will tell you before you call that you will be charged. 1. it was the text that caused a charge which comes with no warning, and 2. you get 2.5 nanoseconds to hang up before the call connects, and if they answer quickly, bam you're charged.
i am surprised this is allowed. as it's been mentioned above, they are regulated so much, how this one is allowed is beyond me