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War on spam

...looks to be being won, slowly. ScotchSpam lists court cases where victims have successfully been compensated for unsolicited mail. If you can prove your email address was obtained illegally then UK courts should judge in your favour. The proving part isn't easy, though this site is a useful resource.

Tags: spam, law

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Spammer in jail

Yesterday was a great day. No, not because Hedgehunter won the Grand National and no, not because Prince Charles and Camilla Parker-Bowles got married. It was great because someone has finally been punished for spamming. On top of that, Arsenal FC beat Middlesborough, Manchester United lost (to Norwich Delia Smith) and Chelsea only managed a draw to Birmingham City! In case you hadn't noticed I don't like Chelsea FC very much...

Related: spammer, jail, Grand National, Arsenal, Chelsea

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