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The International Audiotex Regulators Network (IARN)
was formed in 1995 as a forum for the exchange of information and
the encouragement of good practice among its members. It currently
has members from 17 countries all of which are involved in the regulation
of, or the setting of standards for, the content and promotion of
Premium Rate Services (audiotex) in their own countries
The forum meets twice yearly, usually in May and November, when
Regulators have the opportunity to exchange information on issues
of common concern and to familiarise themselves with technological
and other developments in the field of telecommunications. These
meetings are hosted by member-countries of IARN. Ireland has hosted
two meetings, 1995 and 2000.
A key role of IARN is the provision of Guidelines in handbook format
to advise members, consumers and service providers on:
- Requirements to assure consumer protection when using national or
international premium rate services
- Procedures to deal with consumer problems arising from such services.
A mechanism, based on responsibility to the regulatory code in the
home member state, is now in place in IARN member countries.
For further information on the activities of IARN and details of the
Guidelines, visit www.iarn.org
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