Arms cuts opponent is military lobbyist

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The UK government should not reduce its defence expenditure, according to Marc Francois, the prospective Conservative party parliamentary candidate for the Brent East seat. He is also a director of consultancy Market Access International, which represents the interests of many defence contractors. These include Northern Telecom, which is seeking to be placed on the shortlist for two MoD orders. Market Access has a number of close connections with the Conservative party.

Political activity, Political aspects, Lobbying, Francois, Marc, Market Access International Inc.

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After three years, one month, 18 days and 1.7m pounds sterling, the Scott inquiry prepares to deliver its damning report

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The Scott inquiry into the arms-to-Iraq scandal, set up in 1992, is close to delivering its final report. This will prove a key event in British politics, being based on extensive scrutiny of government operations. Prime minister John Major has hinted that he may not necessarily accept the report's findings.

Investigations, Political corruption

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The power behind the Teeside plant where three died

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Three people died in an explosion at a power station in Newcastle, England on Aug 7 2001. The power plant was owned by Enron, an American energy company.

PETROLEUM AND COAL PRODUCTS, Energy, Utilities, Accidents, Energy industries, Power resources, Energy industry, Newcastle upon Tyne, England, Enron Access Corp.

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