Announcement: VODA's telephone number is changing on 17 November 2025. From this date, please call 0191 323 2040
From 17 November 2025, VODA’s telephone number has changed. You can now contact us on 0191 323 2040.
Please share this update within your organisation or group to help ensure smooth communication going forward.
For new individual extension numbers, please call the main number above and confirm the correct extension with the relevant colleague.
Thank you for your support.
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