When getting a local number in a country
utside the UK, how long is that number active? I get the impression it isn't assigned permanently.
EDITED TO ADD:
Never mind -- I just saw the following when trying to register for a local number:
You can keep your “local number” for a annual fee otherwise the number will be discontinued after 30 days
This service seems to solve a number of problems for me including having a local prepaid SIM for friends from out of the US who visit me.