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To avoid receiving unsolicited calls in the UK, you can take the following steps:

1. Register with the Telephone Preference Service (TPS): This is a free service where you can record your preference not to receive unsolicited sales or marketing calls. It is a legal requirement that organisations do not call numbers registered with the TPS unless they have your consent. You can register on their website: TPS Online.

2. Contact Your Phone Provider: Many providers offer services to block or reduce unwanted calls. For instance, BT has a Nuisance Calls Bureau that you can contact for assistance with blocking malicious calls. More information is available on their website: BT Nuisance Calls.

3. Use Call Blocking Devices or Features: Many phones come with built-in features or apps that block unwanted calls. You can also purchase specific devices known as call blockers.

4. Report Unwanted Calls: You can report unwanted calls to organisations like Ofcom, the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), or Action Fraud, depending on the nature of the call.

5. Follow Ofcom's Advice: Ofcom provides guidance on dealing with unwanted calls and messages. Visit their site for more information: Ofcom Guidance.

By combining these measures, you can significantly reduce the number of unsolicited calls you receive.