Defenders of tax havens argue they provide vital financial services for international trade, and that most comply with money-laundering regulations and have juridical co-operation treaties. This panel will explore the issues surrounding tax havens, in particular their impacts on poor people.

Date: Thursday 30 April 2009
Time: 6.30-8pm
Venue: New Theatre, East Building
Speakers: John Christensen, Felicity Lawrence, Nick Mathiason, Dr Attiya Waris
Chair: Professor Martin Albrow

John Christensen is director of the Tax Justice Network. Felicity Lawrence is special correspondent at The Guardian. Nick Mathiason is a journalist at The Guardian. Attiya Waris is a lecturer at the University of Nairobi.

This event is free and open to all with no ticket required. Entry is on a first come, first served basis. For more information, email or phone 020 7955 6043.

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