Tory MP advises Panama-based firm that has worked for governments with poor rights records

A former UK defence secretary seeking election to parliament’s foreign policy watchdog is facing questions over his suitability for the role after receiving payments from a PR firm that has worked for governments with poor human rights records.

Liam Fox is standing to become chair of the foreign affairs select committee, which scrutinises Foreign Office ministers and officials over key policies. According to parliamentary records, he has been paid £20,000 since August 2021 to provide advice on business and international politics to WorldPR, a firm based in the tax haven of Panama City.

Continue reading…

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

You May Also Like

Unions criticise ‘demeaning’ gift bag for menopausal staff at Avanti West Coast

Aslef said train company’s handout to women was ‘insulting gimmick’, while TSSA…

My life is full of adventure – but being a father has been the most rewarding journey of all

The traveller and TV presenter Simon Reeve on his quest to have…

All the captains shared our views on Super League – and they were not positive | Ben Mee

We play for the fans, not people in boardrooms, says Burnley’s captain,…

Fears grow that UK is preparing to quit Brexit talks

Concern grows as top EU official arrives in London for emergency talks…