Emergency Call 112: Always Reachable from Helsinki to Gibraltar
February 11, 2025, 12:00 PM
The European Emergency Number Association (EENA) today announced a significant milestone in the rollout of the single European emergency number 112. As of today, citizens in all 27 member states of the European Union, as well as in the United Kingdom, Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, and Switzerland, can now dial 112 to reach emergency services in any of these countries.
The implementation of 112 as a single emergency number across Europe has been a long-standing goal of EENA and its members. The number was first introduced in the European Union in 1991, but its adoption has been gradual. In recent years, however, there has been a growing momentum towards making 112 the universal emergency number in Europe.
The benefits of having a single emergency number are significant. It makes it easier for people to remember and use in an emergency, regardless of where they are in Europe. It also ensures that people can access emergency services quickly and efficiently, no matter what language they speak or what disabilities they may have.
The rollout of 112 across Europe has been supported by a number of initiatives, including the European Commission’s “112 Europe” project. This project has provided funding and technical assistance to help member states implement 112.
EENA is calling on all citizens to familiarize themselves with the 112 emergency number and to use it in any emergency situation. The number can be dialed from any landline or mobile phone, and it is free of charge.
“We are delighted to announce that 112 is now available in all 27 EU member states, as well as in the UK, Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, and Switzerland,” said EENA President Pertti Koskinen. “This is a major milestone in our efforts to make Europe a safer place.”
“112 is a vital tool for people in need of emergency assistance,” added Koskinen. “We urge everyone to learn the number and to use it in any emergency situation.”
About EENA
The European Emergency Number Association (EENA) is a non-profit organization that works to promote the use of the single European emergency number 112. EENA’s members include emergency services, telecommunications operators, and other stakeholders.
Meldung: Von Helsinki bis Gibraltar – immer erreichbar der Notruf 112
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