Where to report SPAM officially?

[kavakava]

Is there an official government organ that deals with SPAM, as it has now become illegal? I do not want to deal with the ISP directly, as it has been proven to be futile.

[Bob...]

Yes there is but they have not released their email address for fear of getting mail. So I forward all unwanted rubbish to [email protected]

[smudge]

Nice one Bob - my sentiments entirely!

[kavakava]

Ehm thanks, but under the same law, you can be prosecuted for sending SPAM yourselves. Any REAL answers?

[rja211077]

i think it's only illegal to spam a business? and since most spam comes from abroad you're wasting your time trying to get action taken. just filter it.

[kavakava]

That is INCORRECT. It is NOT illegal to spam businesses, only individuals. If you do not know what you are talking about- then do not answer please. I do not want to filter them, I want to REPORT them.

[Bob...]

Seeing as your so polite, you'll find all you need to know here - http://www.spamabuse.org/resources_main.aspx

[kavakava]

Thank you - but again, that is not what I need. I know all of that already. I need an official to compain to- not the originating ISP. Thanks.

[official]

<40>Hello kavakava

What can I do for you?

[Pickle]

The Government department you want is - The Office of the Information Commissioner. http://www.informationcommissioner.gov.uk/eventual
.aspx?pg=Contact%20Us They can only deal with spam originating in the EU as it's not illegal to send it from elsewhere. Plus, I wouldn't expect an answer quickly as they have been inundated with queries. Good luck!

[kavakava]

Thanks Pickle, you are a STAR!

[official]

I,m a star, surely pickle is a three star.