The new Code is to be developed by the Internet Names Code of Practice (INCOP), a separate body funded by Nominet, that is seeking to establish higher standards for domain name registration services.
INCOP acknowledges that domain name market has become complex and that there is often a great deal of consumer confusion and misunderstanding about costs and services provided.
Initially targeting domain name registration in the .uk namespace, INCOP has prepared a consultation paper that sets out the proposed content of the Code and ways in which accreditation may take place. It also highlights issues where industry feedback is required, such as how to accredit members, supervise procedures for handling complaints and implement the Code.
"Following initial discussions with the internet industry, consumer groups and governmental agencies, we have developed proposals for the content of the Code of Practice," explained INCOP Project Manager, Fay Howard. "We are now seeking feedback on specific issues to ensure that the Code will be clear and workable, and that it meets the key objective of improving standards in this industry."
Those wishing to make comments and suggestions about the preparation of the draft Code are invited to complete an on-line questionnaire by 20th November 2001 at: www.incop.org.uk/
Any other comments can be sent to INCOP at [email protected]