Cold calling should be banned, says survey

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"The majority of consumers would like to see the practice of cold calling outlawed, a survey has revealed. According to consumer group Which?, of the 2,000 people polled in the survey, three-quarters want an end to cold calling. A quarter of those questioned had felt intimidated by the marketing tactic.

On average consumers receive six cold calls each month, while for businesses the rate is higher. Firms are allowed to contact potential customers in this way, although people and other firms may opt out of receiving unsolicited phone calls. In the view of the Business Department, which holds responsibility for the regulations governing cold calling, there is a balance to be struck "between allowing legitimate businesses to continue to operate and the needs of consumers."

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