Helping NHS organisations reduce telecommunications costs, protect vital healthcare budgets and keep patients connected.
At Core Telecom, we believe NHS organisations should be able to focus their resources on what matters most — delivering outstanding care and supporting their patients.
With NHS Trusts across the UK facing increasing financial pressures, finding ways to reduce operating costs without compromising essential services has never been more important.
That’s why we’re proud to support NHS Trusts through our 03 Number Donation Initiative, providing completely free 03 number hosting and removing all number rental and incoming call charges.
Our aim is simple: to help NHS organisations save money, improve accessibility for patients and redirect valuable funds towards frontline healthcare services.
Supporting Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
One example of our commitment to the NHS is our successful partnership with Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
The Trust transferred its entire portfolio of 03 telephone numbers to the Core Telecom network, eliminating its number rental and incoming call charges while retaining its existing telephone systems and infrastructure.
Our team worked closely with the Trust throughout the process, providing guidance and support at every stage to ensure a smooth transition.
The Trust’s feedback speaks for itself:
“We’ve been working with Core Telecom for a few months now on our 0300 number project, and everything is as easy and free as they claim! They’re a joy to work with and guided us through the transition at every step.”
— Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
We’re incredibly proud of this feedback, which reflects our commitment to delivering genuine financial savings while making the entire process as simple as possible.
Helping NHS Trusts Make Every Pound Count
Every pound saved on unnecessary telecommunications charges is money that can remain available for patient care and essential healthcare services.
Many NHS organisations operate multiple 03 numbers across hospitals, clinics, departments and patient support services, potentially generating substantial annual costs.
Through our initiative, we can remove these charges entirely.
Our offer to NHS Trusts includes:
- 100% free 03 number hosting — no rental charges.
- Zero incoming call charges — regardless of call volumes.
- Free provision of new 03 numbers — for departments, services and patient helplines.
- No changes to existing telephony infrastructure — retain current systems and arrangements.
- Managed number migration — with support throughout the transfer process.
- Flexible call routing — helping calls reach the appropriate departments.
- No hidden costs or obligations — a genuine donation with no requirement to purchase additional services.
Whether a Trust operates a handful of 03 numbers or a large portfolio across multiple locations, our initiative can help deliver meaningful savings.
Making NHS Services More Accessible to Patients
Telephone communication remains essential to healthcare, from booking appointments and accessing clinical services to contacting specialist departments and patient support teams.
03 numbers provide a nationally recognised and affordable way for patients to contact NHS organisations.
Calls to 03 numbers cost no more than standard 01 and 02 numbers and are included within inclusive minutes on UK mobile and landline packages.
By providing these numbers free of charge to NHS Trusts, we’re helping make essential telephone services more cost-effective for healthcare organisations while keeping them affordable for patients.
A Simple Transition With No Changes to Existing Infrastructure
We understand that continuity of service is particularly important within healthcare.
NHS Trusts rely on their telephone systems to support patients and maintain essential communications, so any changes must be carefully managed. That’s why our initiative is designed to be as straightforward as possible.
There is no need to replace existing telephone systems, change contact centre providers or invest in new infrastructure.
We simply host the 03 numbers on our network and route incoming calls to the Trust’s existing telephone arrangements.
Our experienced team manages the migration process, working closely with each organisation to minimise disruption. As demonstrated by our partnership with Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, the transition can be both simple and financially beneficial.
A Genuine Donation With No Hidden Costs
Our 03 Number Donation Initiative is exactly that — a genuine donation.
There are no number rental charges, no incoming call charges and no requirement to purchase any additional Core Telecom services.
We already support over 650 charities and not-for-profit organisations through our initiative, helping organisations across the UK significantly reduce their telecommunications expenditure.
We’re proud to extend this same commitment to NHS Trusts, local authorities and housing associations, helping organisations delivering essential services make better use of their budgets.
Could Your NHS Trust Be Saving Thousands Every Year?
Whether your NHS Trust already uses 03 numbers or is considering introducing them for the first time, Core Telecom can help.
Our successful partnership with Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and many others demonstrates how straightforward it can be to remove unnecessary telecommunications costs without disrupting existing services.
If your NHS Trust is currently paying to host its 03 numbers, why continue paying for something Core Telecom is happy to provide completely free of charge?
We would welcome the opportunity to discuss how our initiative could support your organisation.
Contact Core Telecom today to discover how we can remove your NHS Trust’s 03 number costs and help protect valuable healthcare budgets.
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