South Africa: Zuma Under Pressure On Interests Mar 8, 2010
He said MPs, members of provincial legislatures and local councilors were supposed to be audited to prevent conflict of interest. Independent Democrats leader Patricia de Lille said yesterday the talk about the lack of clarity in the law was unnecessary. (allAfrica.com)
City Councilman responsible (70) Mar 8, 2010
pinelodge wrote on Mar 7, 2010 5:13 PM:" I'd say to the last paragraph of Mr. Pasley's post, that it is the staff's responsibility to ensure that the rules are unambiguous and enforceable- isn't that what they are hired to do? With all of the concern espressed over the past several years about this very issue- the loss of heritage and large trees in Boerne and what to do about it- wouldn't it be fair to assume they would be the ones to initiate a professional approach to this? A written permit... (Boerne Star, TX)
Regional group looking at consulting costs Mar 8, 2010
"I have not noticed any kind of conflict of interest," said Rod Ruddock, chair of the Indiana County commissioners. "I'm not even sure that I know what John's private consulting work is.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Rowlett council removes city attorney as city prosecutor overseer (2) Mar 8, 2010
One open and obvious problem is an inherent conflict of interest ... To his credit, the city attorney disclosed that conflict of interest to the council ... However, as events unfolded, it became abundantly clear that we should not have approved this relationship, not only as in conflict with our contract with the city prosecutor, but because of the obvious conflict of interest. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
OUR OPINION: Council rejects effort to restore public trust Mar 8, 2010
truthbeknown wrote on Mar 3, 2010 11:09 AM:" It's a lame duck council they are just trying to get to April 15 and the new council. Glad too see NT standing up for the people. I don't think Mr. Medin should have been allowed to introduce a resolution regarding Mayor Lanwehr due to his conflict of interest of being employed by the Mayor's law firm. Nice transperency in city Government. ". pioneers wrote on Mar 3, 2010 11:00 AM:" Next electionn is April. One seat's contested, Mr. Klindt's. He'is... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
South Lee/Naples Mailbag Mar 7, 2010
Conflict of interest ... Doesn't this create a major "conflict of interest" for us, his constituents. (The News-Press -- Opinion)
Honolulu councilman Tam denies faking meal expense claims Mar 7, 2010
City Prosecutor Peter Carlisle, who also plans to run for mayor, said it would be inappropriate for his office to handle the matter "due to the appearance of impropriety and the potential conflict of interest.". claim disputed. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Familiar names, old grudges dominate Tuesday's ballot in Riviera Beach council election Mar 7, 2010
isnt that a conflict of interest. Bessi It won't matter what these a$$holes think once the FBI hits them. (The Palm Beach Post)
Georgia sequels to Floridas Rubio-Crist civil war Mar 7, 2010
It is a conflict of interest to hold legislation sponsored by people or groups whose support you want in a congressional race, Cox said ... If Balfour wants to talk about conflict of interest, let him explain his authoring of the bill that handed Georgia Power the right to charge rate payers in advance for a portion of those new nuclear generators in Burke County. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Hawaii law firm sued $25M for conflict of interest Mar 6, 2010
In their March 3 lawsuit, they claim that Carlsmith s attorneys committed legal malpractice, including breach of fiduciary duty, conflict of interest, fraud and professional negligence, when it also represented the hotel s majority shareholders, Kinki Nippon Tourist Ltd. of Japan, and worked on a supposed reorganization of the hotel that meant selling the shares for a cheaper price than they were worth. In the lawsuit, the families claim that Carlsmith continued to represent them only to sell... (Pacific Business News, HI)
Rod Tam to continue his run for mayor despite ethics violations Mar 6, 2010
City Prosecutor Peter Carlisle has declared a potential conflict of interest in this case and will not pursue charges against Tam. Carlislef, like Tam, has said he will run for mayor when Mayor Mufi Hannemann leaves office. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Anchorage to pay $193,000 for late mayor's insurance Mar 6, 2010
"If he'd had the fortune, for me, to pass away later in life after I was mayor, it probably wouldn't be a concern. ... It's a coincidental thing but it certainly has no bearing whatsoever on something untoward, or a conflict of interest." Share this page. Reader Comments Disclaimer ng. (Juneau Empire)
Court Declines to Disqualify Air Products Lawyers Mar 6, 2010
That prompted Airgas to sue, hoping to persuade a judge that Cravath has a conflict of interest by representing Air Products. Airgas has rejected Air Products' takeover offer. (ABC News -- Wire)
Council narrows field of contenders to 5 finalists Mar 6, 2010
In an interview after the meeting, Machado said he spoke to the councilwoman and advised that she should not participate further in the process, as it could be construed as a conflict of interest. Copyright. (Nogales International, AZ)
ANC slammed for R5 billion stake in Eskom deal winner Mar 6, 2010
Public Enterprises Minister Barbara Hogan conceded on Monday that such a conflict of interest was not desirable ... However, he found that Moosas conflict of interest had not meant the contract was awarded illegally. (Business Report, South Africa)
Canwest Global Says Leonard Asper Resigns as CEO to Pursue Other Interests Mar 5, 2010
March 4 (Bloomberg) -- , Canadas largest media company, said President and Chief Executive Officer resigned to pursue other opportunities and avoid an unspecified conflict of interest. Last month, Catalyst Capital Group Inc., a Toronto-based private-equity firm, led a group including the founding Asper family in a C$120 million ($116 million) bid for the bankrupt company. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Gila County attorney to investigate 2 supervisors Mar 5, 2010
PHOENIX (AP) - The top Gila County prosecutor will take on criminal investigations of 2 Maricopa County officials in response to a judge's ruling that found County Attorney Andrew Thomas had a conflict of interest in pressing a case against 1 of the officials ... A judge dismissed charges against Wilcox last week, ruling Thomas had a conflict of interest in retaliating against supervisors for actions they allegedly took against him. (KOLD.com, AZ)
An eye for the game Mar 4, 2010
Ervin has never officiated any of Evin's games as it would be an obvious conflict of interest. Ervin never concentrated on teaching Evin anything specifically from an official's point of view, instead focusing on playing the game right. (The News-Press -- Sports)
'No consultancy by rating agencies' Mar 4, 2010
"CRAs should not be allowed to enter into any business that may directly or indirectly have conflict of interest with the job of rating," the report by the committee, chaired by KP Krishnan, joint secretary, ministry of finance, noted. "Internal Chinese Walls are porus mechanisms to prevent such conflict of interest as such other businesses such as consultancy and advisory services should not be undertaken by CRAs," the report added. (India Times, India -- Intl Business)
Handing Consumer Protection Agency to Fed Seen as Banking-Industry Victory Mar 4, 2010
The Fed has an innate conflict of interest in trying to protect consumers while fulfilling its mission of safeguarding the rest of the financial system, billionaire said at a conference in New York today. When Barney Frank called it a joke, I think hes right, Soros said. (Bloomberg)
National Research Council seeking nominations for uranium study committee Mar 4, 2010
It also notes that a committee is not finally approved until a thorough "balance and conflict of interest discussion" is held at the first meeting, and any issues raised in that discussion or by the public are investigated and addressed ... It points out, however, that a point of view is not necessarily a conflict of interest ... "For this purpose, a conflict of interest means any financial or other interest which conflicts with the service of the individual because it could significantly impair... (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
County ratifies appointments to regional authority Mar 4, 2010
No to Strauss wrote on Mar 3, 2010 3:55 PM:" Since Judge Strauss according to the Star-Tribune several issues ago is President of the Pittsylvania Historical Society and the Historical Society is involved in making a Heritage Park in the MegaPark, How can he act as a fair and impartial judge in this case? A blatant and clear conflict of interest. A complaint is in order if he does try this matter. ". Name. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
South Africa: Ruling Party Digs in over Conflict of Interest Law Mar 4, 2010
com: South Africa: ANC Digs in Over Conflict of Interest Law. ANC Digs in Over Conflict of Interest Law ... Clearly aimed at removing conflict of interest at local government level where the chairman (or secretary or treasurer) of a local political party becomes the mayor or municipal manager, the move follows the furore over municipal contracts in Limpopo being given to a company in which ANC Youth League leader Julius Malema has a majority stake. (allAfrica.com)
Should local contractors have preference? Mar 4, 2010
The board chose Groathouse over two local companies in a 4-to-2 vote with Chairman Sam Saunders abstaining because of a conflict of interest, said Commissioner Chris Knapp, a member of the joint powers board. Van Ewing Construction and Sders of Gillette were the two others interested in the project. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
City, county fill Amoco vacancies Mar 4, 2010
The joint powers board that Huston chaired in 2009 has more than $8 million in cash and investments with First Interstate Bank, which Boster called a conflict of interest. "He's president of [First Interstate], also the chair of the joint powers board, and all of our money is invested in his bank," said Boster, who is also the City Council's representative to the board. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
School board eyes tougher ethics policy Mar 3, 2010
Under the proposed policy, board members can initiate an investigation against another member if they feel the individual violated the district s code of ethics or conflict of interest policy. The accused would be allowed to provide evidence to defend themselves at a public hearing. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
SmallCapSentinel.com: Banking and Lending 2.0 Mar 3, 2010
Paid reports constitute a conflict of interest as to IMI's ability to remain objective in communication regarding subject companies. Contact. (Primezone Releases)
- Voice: Could add more names to recall 0 Mar 3, 2010
It s a conflict of interest for the district to handle this. Another conflict of interest is the consolidation of the human resources departments with the personnel commission, the illegality of this action has been noted in the past several times and nothing has been done by the board members. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Ackman's role criticized by General Growth creditors, Simon Mar 3, 2010
The official committee of General Growth's unsecured creditors said in a court filing that the agreement between Pershing Square and Brookfield effectively restricts General Growth from considering alternative transactions because it puts the company into "an obvious conflict of interest situation.". "The Debtors must choose between the best interests of the estates and the economic interests of one of their most active and vocal directors," it added, referring to Ackman. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Town enacts 9-month moratorium on mines Mar 3, 2010
Town Attorney Rob Fitzsimmons, who also acts as the attorney for the Taghkanic ZBA and therefore has a conflict of interest, did not draft the local law. The Town Board passed a resolution at the end of last month s Town Board meeting to hire another attorney, Attorney Daniel Tuczinski of Albany, to proceed with the things that needed doing, said board member Larry Kadish. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
South Africa: Firm Plans Mining in Wine-Producing District Mar 2, 2010
"There is a conflict of interest here in that AEMFC is a state company and the (department) has to decide on its application," Jordan said. "We will take the matter up with the minister, failing which we will take the legal route to challenge the issue in our bid to have the process declared flawed.". (allAfrica.com)
ANC's slice of Eskom pie is tiny - Hogan Mar 2, 2010
When pressed on whether she realised the extent of the public backlash over Chancellor House's involvement in parastatal contracts awarded to private sector entities, she admitted that there was indeed a conflict of interest. It was "not desirable," she said, noting that the shutting down of this involvement was one of the projects of ANC treasurer-general Mathews Phosa. (Business Report, South Africa)
Chevron, plaintiffs seek gains as verdict nears Mar 2, 2010
Chevron fired its latest salvo three weeks ago, accusing a key court-appointed expert of hiding a conflict of interest that the company says should disqualify him from participating in the trial. The expert, Richard Cabrera, estimated in a 2008 report that Chevron should pay $27. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Washington D.C. journalist provided ‘writer’s advice’ Mar 2, 2010
It s a conflict of interest, said Stephen B. Shepard, a former BusinessWeek editor and dean of the Graduate School of Journalism at the City University of New York. This is an ethical no-no, and having it be informal and unpaid does not change the basic underlying problem. (Boston Globe)
Democrats Propose New Campaign Finance Restrictions Mar 1, 2010
This despite the fact that whatever conflict of interest it is believed that contractors and TARP recipients have would apply also to these other groups that profit from government appropriations. All kinds of new, complex disclosure requirements are being proposed. (Human Events Online)
Pentagon panel has contractor contacts Mar 1, 2010
"Could you find anybody who knows anything about defense who doesn't have some potential conflict of interest?" he asked. Some experts say the answer is yes. (USA Today -- News)
After the verdict Feb 28, 2010
THAILAND was gripped by Fridays Supreme Court verdict on Thaksin Shinawatra, specifically from abuse of power charges and conflict of interest dealings valued at tens of billions of baht while he was prime minister. The build-up to watching the verdict unfold on live television was intense: government officials at their desks, Thaksin in his momentary perch in Dubai, and both supporters and opponents gathering in various public venues. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
President Casino license battle puts McNary in spotlight Feb 28, 2010
Asked about such contributions, Gene McNary said he saw no conflict of interest. My son, I told him when he first started to run not to take any money from any casino interests, he said. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
It was only so long that PM could stand by his man Feb 28, 2010
In the end, Fitzgibbon became too politically costly to retain; finally he was forced out over a conflict of interest involving the dealings of his brother's company with the Defence Department. It's easy enough to see when a minister should go for conflict of interest or other personal impropriety. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
City of Lodi could eventually receive $1 million a year under land deal (1) Feb 28, 2010
Conflict of interest. " LodiJoe wrote on Sep 3, 2009 7:52 AM:" Woo Hoo, here that "CITY FATHERS". (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Palm Beach County waste engineer visited resort for conference that bidder sponsored Feb 28, 2010
Schauer insists there is no conflict of interest between the Babcock & Wilcox trip and Babcock & Wilcox's selection as one of a trio of finalists ... I think Ray Schauer needs to recuse himself as a conflict of interest, unless he's vote was in favor of another company, which if so, then B&W should be disqualified. (The Palm Beach Post)
* Judges declare Thaksin policies benefited family Feb 27, 2010
A judge also said Thaksin concealed his ownership of stock in Shin Corp, an argument seen as a main precondition for deciding there was a conflict of interest in government policies benefiting Shin Corp, a major telecommunications business. The way its going, it looks highly likely he will have the whole lot confiscated and hell not get anything back, said Jade Donavanik, dean of the faculty of law at Siam University. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
City board cited by job applicant Feb 27, 2010
Nsol1 wrote on Feb 26, 2010 5:49 PM:" Ken York was a nightmre for the Spring Hill PD when he was there. He is a tyrant that does not believe in any form of published rules that he has to follow. Why do you think he is no longer the CM at Spring Hill. By the way, his wife either is or was a City of Columbia employee. How can he be on the Civil Service Board? Sounds like a conflict of interest to me. ". rite2no wrote on Feb 26, 2010 6:56 PM:" Nsol1, are you new here? All the boards are made of... (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
UN to review controversial climate panel Feb 27, 2010
Demands have mounted for a major overhaul at the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), whose chairman Rajendra Pachauri (seen here in 2009) has also come under fire for his stewardship of the body and alleged conflict of interest ... Demands have mounted for a major overhaul at the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), whose chairman Rajendra Pachauri has also come under fire for his stewardship of the body and alleged conflict of interest. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Uneasy calm in Bangkok as judges rule on Thaksin fortune Feb 27, 2010
"I'm ready and heartened and ready for the outcome of any verdict ; [I] hope everyone will be rational when listening to the court's verdict.'' More protesters were expected to take to the streets once the reading of the judgment was complete, and police and troops are expected to remain on Bangkok's streets for several days. The nine judges, who have had 24-hour security in recent days, arrived at the court in bullet-proof vans yesterday to discuss their individual decisions, which were merged... (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Government and Telstra caught in a staring contest Feb 27, 2010
In its rush to maximise the sale price, it allowed Telstra to own the hardware - the copper wire network - which it would then rent out to competitors, creating a massive conflict of interest. The reforms laid the ground for aggressive competition on the new technology - mobile phones and wireless broadband. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Key pair in county feud speak out:Thomas: What political benefits? Feb 27, 2010
Facing earlier assertions of conflict of interest, Thomas last April sent the first of two Stapley cases to the Yavapai County Attorney's Office along with a promise to send subsequent cases against county officials there as well. He took them back when relations broke down between Yavapai County prosecutors and the chief deputy of the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. (AZCentral)
Thai Court Seizes $1.4 Bln of Ex-PM's Assets Feb 27, 2010
A judge also said Thaksin concealed his ownership of stock in Shin Corp, an argument seen as a main precondition for deciding there was a conflict of interest in government policies benefiting Shin Corp, a major telecommunications business. Security was tight around Bangkok's Supreme Court on what has become known as "Judgment Day", with cellphone signals jammed to prevent remote-detonated bombings and judges ferried to the courthouse, some from safe houses, in bullet-proof cars. (Newsmax)
Democratic primary elections — Precinct 2 Q&As: Bill Bourbon Feb 26, 2010
When elected in November I will resign my position on the water corporation board to eliminate any conflict of interest that might be perceived. 3. (Alpine Avalanche, TX)
Thomas picks prosecutor for Wilcox case Feb 26, 2010
But Wade Swanson, the county's director of general-litigation services, said the county attorney's proposal would not remove his conflict of interest. The only way to do so, Swanson believes, is to hand the matter off entirely to the Arizona attorney general or another county attorney outside Maricopa County. (AZCentral -- News)
Thai court rules on Thaksin fortune Feb 26, 2010
They initially read out the attorney general's petition that Thaksin illegally distributed his own shares in his firm to other people and that the profits were "obtained from conflict of interest and abuse of his power.". Thaksin was ousted after months of protests over the January 2006 sale by his family of nearly 50 per cent of shares in his Shin Corp telecoms giant to Singapore's Temasek Holdings. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Food stamp bill raises questions Feb 26, 2010
AJC Exclusive: Legislator's Angel Food job may pose conflict of interest ... A legislator has sponsored a bill that could benefit the nonprofit he works for, stirring concerns about a conflict of interest ... The lawmaker said he asked a legislative counsel whether the bill represented a conflict of interest and was told no. Walker declined to name the attorney he consulted. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Forbes: Worlds most powerful billionaires Feb 25, 2010
Many wealthy candidates have used blind trusts to quell conflict of interest concerns, including the world's most powerful billionaire, Michael Bloomberg. As Mayor of New York City, Bloomberg lords over the media, finance and fashion capital of the U.S. and arguably the world. (MSNBC -- Business)
Genetic Link Between Misery and Death Feb 25, 2010
The authors report no conflict of interest. Email or share this story. (Science Daily)
Uranium study gets green light Feb 25, 2010
"The committee remains provisional until every member has complied with our conflict of interest policy," the spokesman said. Kearney expects the committee to be approved this spring and begin meeting early this summer. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Ethics bill targets executive travel and legal fees Feb 25, 2010
The attorney general created similar regulations that passed legislative review Feb. 8, though Gruenberg said it should come from the Legislature to avoid the appearance of a conflict of interest. Attorney General Dan Sullivan was appointed to office by then-Gov. (Juneau Empire)
`Lepers' in London Defend Their Right to Make Money as Election Approaches Feb 25, 2010
chairman of , Britains biggest independent stockbroker, said investment banks and retail banks must be separated to end the insuperable conflict of interest that he blames for causing the financial crisis. chief executive officer of Barclays Plc, and , chairman of Plc, are among bankers who oppose bank breakups. (Bloomberg)
Paton resigns; Graf will have tough time getting appointment Feb 25, 2010
For him to have to have that information pried out of him just leads people to wonder how long this conflict of interest has been there, Supervisor Ray Carroll said. We don t want a senator from Rosemont, someone who s paid as a lobbyist for Rosemont, who didn t have the decency to disclose that, said Carroll, whose district includes Green Valley. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Kinzinger wants to see "common-sense" approach to health care Feb 25, 2010
"But it seems to be a conflict of interest to have what is essentially the board of directors of GM questioning the board of directors of Toyota.". Posted in , , on Wednesday, February 24, 2010 7:10 pm Updated: 9:40 pm. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Child Labour Cash Lands In Wrong Pockets Feb 25, 2010
Enoch Teye Mensah, who was recently vetted as a minister-designate, would have his character tested when he assumes office and comes face to face with a clear case of conflict of interest, involving a departmental head under the Ministry of Employment and Social Welfare ... It described the involvement of Mrs. Rita Owusu Amankwah in Aid for Change Ghana and its partnership with the ministry as a conflict of interest issue, and therefore it must be terminated. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Toyota Has Donated to Investigating Reps. Feb 24, 2010
We see the conflict of interest. We know we don'thave that much "speech" available for our interests, but whatever. (CBS News)
Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gilani on Tuesday accepted the resignation of Finance Minister Shaukat Tareen Feb 24, 2010
Daily Times - Leading News Resource of Pakistan. Wednesday, February 24, 2010. (Daily Times, Pakistan)
Farmland conservation act cut from Imperial County Feb 24, 2010
It was passed with a 3-1 vote, with Kelley voting against it and Supervisor Wally Leimgruber abstaining because of a possible conflict of interest. Comments. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Judge may limit length of corruption trial Feb 24, 2010
Lawyers said Dauphin County Judge Richard Lewis has told them he was considering setting a deadline by which the attorney general s office would have to finish putting on its witnesses (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Hewitt Associates spins off Meridian Compensation as new unit Feb 24, 2010
"(Companies) don't want an appearance of conflict of interest.". The new firm plans to expand to 17 partners and 40 consultants this year. (Crain's Chicago Business)
