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Important numbers for emergencies, health support and counselling across the UK. Save this page so you can find it quickly when it matters.
In immediate danger?
In the UK, call 999 now for police, fire or ambulance. Every card below can be tapped to call directly from your phone.
For life-threatening emergencies and urgent help anywhere in the United Kingdom.
The main emergency number in the UK. Use for any life-threatening emergency.
Works UK-wide and across Europe, including from mobiles with no signal on your own network.
Free, confidential support lines available around the clock, whenever you need someone to talk to.
24/7 crisis text line. Text SHOUT to 85258 from any UK mobile.
Call 111 and select option 2 to reach your local NHS urgent mental health helpline.
Free, confidential support for other needs — domestic abuse, child protection and older people's wellbeing.
Advice and support for anyone experiencing domestic violence. Free, confidential, 24/7.
Free, confidential helpline for anyone under 19 — by phone or online chat, day or night.
Friendship and support for older people feeling lonely or isolated. Free, 24/7.
Sri Lanka's diplomatic missions in the UK — for passports, visas, registrations and consular assistance.
Monday–Friday
Most consular services (passports, certificates, registrations) are strictly by prior appointment — book online at hclappointments.embassyonline.lk before visiting. Emergency passports and life certificates can be done as walk-ins.
Phone before visiting
Honorary consulates operate limited hours — phone ahead to arrange a visit.
Kent SLSC is not an emergency service and cannot respond to emergencies. Please always contact the official services listed above. Numbers are checked regularly, but if one does not work, dial 999 for life-threatening emergencies.