What is 118 80 80 80?

118 80 80 80 is a directory enquiry service in the United Kingdom. It was launched in 2003 and is operated by The Number UK Ltd. The service allows customers to search for phone numbers and addresses for businesses and individuals. It was one of the first directory enquiry services in the UK to compete with BT's 192 service. The cost of using 118 80 80 80 varies depending on the provider and can be as high as £4.50 per call plus £4.50 per minute for some providers.