Summer Conference Events
Financial Shenanigans Hiding in Plain Sight
Financial shenanigans are often hiding in plain sight. But where and how should you look? In this session we will review a series of case studies - such as Greensill Capital, NMC Health and others - showing practical examples of how public records and open source investigation tools have proved to be the keys to uncovering corporate wrongdoing.
Understanding Company Accounts 1-4
Tips for Investigative Journalists after Fifty Years’ Experience
Veteran investigative journalist Martin Tomkinson has spent five decades digging through the dirt to uncover corruption in business, politics and the police. From bribes protecting those getting rich in exploitative industries to dodgy deals between developers and politicians at all levels, so much of his reporting is sadly still relevant today.
Companies House as a Tool for Investigative Journalism
This session will focus on how to find information on Companies House, how to use its search tools to find meaningful data and how to interpret the information you come across. Companies House isn't a tool designed to be used by journalists, therefore, when used that way, it's important to look out for the relevant bits while being aware of potentially misleading or even false information.
Understanding Company Accounts 1-4
Oil Trade Tracking. Hands-on.
Deny, Evade, Threaten: Dan Neidle on His Nadhim Zahawi Investigation
During his months-long investigation into the former Tory Chairman Nadhim Zahawi's tax affairs, which resulted in Zahawi's sacking, Dan Neidle was sent many threatening legal letters. They claimed repeatedly that Zahawi's taxes were in order and he was not under HMRC investigation - claims that we now know to be false.