Vote 4 JAN

Jan’s words

Why I am participating in this election to the European Parliament

I have watched with dismay the gradual erosion of civil liberties in the UK and in Europe; since 2001, the increase in the policing powers of the state and the accompanying marginalisation of ethnic communities.

I oppose the wastefulness of the European taxpayers’ monies, funding the purchase of banned weapons of war and financing rogue states via international institutions such as the IMF, in the name of preserving “financial stability”.

It is clear that EU and UK are not doing enough to oppose not only genocide, but also in areas related to torture and detention.

It seems that no lessons have been learned from Biafra, Rwanda and Srebrenica. These last few months have been a revelation.

Racism is on the rise in Europe and racist parties have a real chance of getting seats in London. We cannot leave matters in the hands of the established political parties.

As an independent candidate:
* I don’t have to follow any party politics
* I won’t be afraid to speak the truth
* I will be a catalyst for change
* I intend to make a difference.

On civil rights..

Vote for Jan and vote against the BNP. Vote for an ethical independent candidate and vote against ministerial abuse of expenses.

Jan is

* For strong civil rights and against the erosion of the freedom of individuals and communities
* For financial transparency and effective regulation
* For small business and entrepreneurship
* For an ethical foreign policy
* For diversity

On financial transparency and small business…

Financial transparency and effective regulation
We need more transparency and better regulation in areas from MPs expenses to the management of investments and pensions.

I have worked as a bond and derivatives trader and know first hand how financial crises are created, having survived a few of these. Bank management, regulators and legislators need to be more competent; there is a conflict of interest in the industry being allowed to self-regulate.

I oppose the lack of transparency of international institutions such as the IMF, which use taxpayers’ money to prop up failing governments and economies. I have helped to bring a legal injunction to prevent the IMF from lending to a recipient country that would use the funds to buy weapons of war and to commit crimes against humanity and/or genocide.

Small Business

I have run a small business and know first hand the issues faced by entrepreneurs. I know that cash flow is king and in this credit crunch environment would work to alleviate cash flow problems and improve the availability of credit for small business owners. I support micro-finance initiatives and in government support for ‘business angels’ and venture capital for start ups, so as to encourage entrepreneurial efforts.

I know that small businesses, especially those involved in cross-border trade, can be overwhelmed by local reporting and regulatory complexities, and by variations in employment law and would wish to simplify the environment.