Online scams and funeral services

Early day motion 261, tabled 16 October 2024 by Sorcha Eastwood (Alliance). Signed by 9 members.

That this House notes with concern the increasing number of online scams exploiting vulnerable families during bereavement, including fraudulent links and fake funeral notices; further notes the recent police warnings regarding scammers profiting from tragic events, as evidenced by the exploitation of Southport stabbing victim's funeral and scams targeting funeral homes in Northern Ireland; recognises the emotional and financial damage caused by such deceptive practices; and calls on the Government to work with law enforcement, online platforms, and the funeral sector to introduce stricter measures to detect, prevent, and shut down these malicious online scams and to ensure greater public awareness on how to identify fraudulent activity.

Signatures by party: Independent 3, Labour 3, Alliance 1, DUP 1, Scottish National Party 1.