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Spam is a nuisance that we could all do without and there are answers. The first line of defence is to have a private address that is not obvious. John Smith@hotmail.com does not qualify. A second answer is not to answer them ever.
Counter attacking through the Small Claims Court is a great way to go. It worked for Gordon Dick after a firm sent him an unsolicited email. Damages of £750 sound useful. The perpetrators haven't coughed up yet so it will take longer and cost THEM more. They have spent money on a lawyer. Then there is time and trouble involved. The publicity is something they could do without.
After using a lawyer and losing they are
claiming ignorance. Believe them if you want. See the story at
Court victory for man who took on spammers or go to his web site at
Scotch Spam!
PS The spam industry is thriving. They are even sending out
spam to find buyers - one of them is at
peterwilson2001@163.com?subject=worldwideemails
Take note that:-
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The Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003 prohibit companies from sending marketing e-mails, texts, or faxes to individuals.They are allowed to send e-mail messages, however, if an individual has consented to receiving them on a particular e-mail address.
UNQUOTE
Section 22 was written by a pompous rogue but the intent is moderately clear notwithstanding.
By some happy chance aforesaid regulations are on line. Finding them is easy. The ball is in your court.
Spam Law Summary Your rights... Individuals have the following rights:
- 1. Not to have their personal email addressed processed or stored without consent.
- 2. Not to receive marketing email without explicit consent unless it is related to an existing relationship with the company and you have not withdrawn consent.
This boils down to the proposition that they are not allowed to send you spam without your consent.
Errors & omissions,
broken links, cock ups, over-emphasis, malice [ real or imaginary ] or whatever;
if you find any I am open to comment.
Email me at Mike
Emery.
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Updated on Thursday, 21 August 2014 11:07:59