24/7 Emergency Contacts
Help is available right now - call these numbers anytime
In Immediate Danger?
Call 999 for Police, Ambulance, or Fire Service
CALL 999 NOWIf you can't speak, press 55 when connected to alert police silently
Immediate Emergency (24/7)
Call these numbers if you need help RIGHT NOW
Emergency Services
Police, ambulance, fire - for immediate danger
Samaritans
Free emotional support - someone to talk to
Refuge (Domestic Abuse)
Support if you're experiencing domestic abuse
Childline
Help for children and young people under 19
Legal Help
Free legal advice and representation
Detention Advice Service
Free legal advice for people in detention
Bail for Immigration Detainees (BID)
Free legal advice and bail support
Medical Justice
Medical help and documentation for detainees
Samaritans (Emotional Support)
24/7 confidential emotional support
Housing Emergency
Help if you're homeless or need shelter tonight
Shelter Emergency Helpline
Emergency housing advice and support
StreetLink
Report someone sleeping rough to get them help
Health & Medical
Medical help and health services
Doctors of the World
Free health services for vulnerable migrants
Mental Health Support
Emotional and mental health support services
How to Use These Services
Don't Hesitate to Call
These organizations exist to help you. You won't be judged, and you won't be wasting their time. If you need help, call.
It's Confidential
Your call will be private and confidential. They won't share your information without your permission (unless you or someone else is in immediate danger).
It's Free
All these helplines are free to call from any phone. You won't be charged.
Language Support
Most services have interpreters available. If English isn't your first language, tell them and they'll arrange translation.
You Can Call Multiple Times
You can call the same service as many times as you need. There's no limit.
What to Say When You Call
It's OK to be nervous. Here are some phrases that might help:
For Emotional Support:
"I'm feeling overwhelmed and need someone to talk to."
For Housing Help:
"I'm homeless and need emergency accommodation tonight."
For Legal Help:
"I've been detained and need legal advice. I'm an asylum seeker."
For Medical Help:
"I need medical advice. I'm an asylum seeker."
If You're Not Sure:
"I need help but I'm not sure who to call. Can you help me or direct me to the right service?"
Save These Key Numbers
Write these down or save them in your phone now: