Most people do not know the number to call in the event of an emergency when on holiday in Europe, a survey suggests.

The British Foreign Office poll of more than 2,000 people in the UK found that just 14% were aware the 112 number could reach all the emergency services.

Some 12% thought it connected to directory enquiries, while others believed it was a brand of perfume, the number of a bus or type of jeans.

The British Foreign Office’s Lynda St. Cooke said that remembering the number could be vital.

Operators in Greece speak Greek, English and French.

The number 112 connects you to ALL emergency services.