"On the current scam involving rogue diallers, the regulatory system seems to be in meltdown. Many have tried to complain to ICSTIS, but the line has been constantly engaged. The helpdesk is in meltdown because of a record volume of complaints," he said.
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Unless the "regulatory failure" of ICSTIS can be rectified, Sir George warned that it could lead to a total ban on premium rate numbers, as has happened in other countries: "I personally would not favour that solution at this stage, but if I were the Minister or ICSTIS, I would use the threat of closure in the near future as an incentive for the industry to get its act together.
Sir George Young also said that ICSTIS needed more resources "simply to cope" insisting that the industry - and not the taxpayer - should stump up the cash.
