[Margaret Pilkington]

unplugging the phone is a nice idea, but for some people it really isn't a viable option.
I have to leave my phone plugged in, as my mother may need me at any time, I also need to be available should she activate her lifeline.
TPS does not weed out all the calls, I know this from my own experience, but recently when I have received these types of call I have asked who is calling and then cited the Information Commissioners Office......this has meant a speedy end to the call......and a promise not to contact me again in the future.
If I find that a company does call again, then I will have no hesitation in contacting the ICO.