On Sat, 02 Feb 2008 17:20:54 +0000, Theo Markettos wrote:

> chris <invalid@invalid.invalid> wrote:
>> In the context of no monthly payments, for occasional use. However, as
>> the link I gave above makes no mention of how much they charge for the
>> modem on this tariff (if it exists - certainly not available in their
>> shops)
>
> 100quid for the modem on PAYG
> http://threestore.three.co.uk/payg/default.aspx click on 'USB modem'

Yes, but the offer I was referring to was listed under the Pay Monthly
options.

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> [prepaidgsm.net]
>> I looked before, but again the 'no data service' seemed to apply for
>> all the 'international' SIMs mentioned, but I'll take another look.
>
> The listings are fairly basic, so if you want anything complicated I'd
> ask on the forum (if no-one here can advise). It might be something
> like a special SIM or bundle you have to buy, or signup for a contract
> then cancel it, or something like that which isn't as simple as just
> picking the right network.

Thanks for the suggestions. I did separately find a SIM available in
Sweden at http://www.tre.se/templates/ConfirmPage.aspx?id=27148 but I
doubt if they will process my order once they see I'm in the UK (it
didn't ask for any payment, so not sure how that would be taken),

Chris