Over 25 public sector numbers now free to call

More than 25 public sector phone numbers relating to health, housing and finance are now free to call.

The government initiative has been made available to all Island residents using local telecoms providers, and has been announced as further support to help the public amid the rising cost of living.

The list of free numbers include all GP's, the Social Security Hotline and the Winter Help Line.

3FM spoke to Cabinet Office Minister Kate Lord-Brennan, who explained who the scheme will help the most: