Microsoft claim they've sent me a code so that I can verify my email address. I can't get into my email to get the code (which they never send) until I've verified my email address.
The other verification option was 'I don't have this anymore.' I didn't try that because I don't want them to erase my address. However, if that option doesn't result in erasure? I'll try it.
Can anyone confirm that?
Thanks - rev
PS: Nothing was sent to my alternate email.