Written question asked by Earl of Northesk (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 1 March 2005. It was answered by Baroness Scotland of Asthal (Labour) on Tuesday, 1 March 2005.

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Scotland of Asthal, Baroness

Question

In light of the appearance of the worm VBSun-A and other fraudulent activities on the Internet, what action they are taking against online fraudsters seeking to exploit the tsunami disaster. [HL 809].

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 809; 670 c11-2WA

Session

2004-05

Subjects

Disaster relief Fraud Law and order Internet Email Unsolicited goods and services Tsunami Indian Ocean