The Economics of Crime Seminar

The Economic Research Unit would like to invite you to their next seminar.

Subject: The Economics of Crime
When: Friday 16 November 2007 9.30am - 12.45pm (followed by buffet lunch - included)
Where: Plaza Suite, Park Plaza Hotel, Greyfriars Road, Cardiff

Speakers: Richard Dubourg, Home Office
Olivier Marie, London School of Economics, Centre for Economic Performance
James Foreman-Peck and Simon Moore, Cardiff University
Kent Matthews, Cardiff Business School, Cardiff University

Richard Dubourg will outline at the economic and social costs of crime; Olivier Marie will look at
the theory and relevant evidence which underlies the economics of crime; Kent Matthews will present
a recent paper entitled "Violence, gender and the price of beer in England and Wales" and James
Foreman-Peck and Simon Moore will present pilot findings of a study entitled "Deterring violence:
Penalties, probabilities, perceptions or personalities?"

Please bear in mind that places are limited and let me know as soon as possible if you wish to
attend. If travelling from outside Cathays Park, please note that staff parking on-site is limited
and will need to be pre-booked via security on 029 2082 3551.

Please forward this invitation to colleagues you think may be interested in attending.

Further details will be available nearer the time.

Many thanks,


Karen
Karen Morgan
Uned Ymchwil Economaidd /Economic Research Unit
Yr Adran Polisi Strategol, Deddfwriaeth a Chyfathrebu /
Strategic Policy, Legislation and Communications Department
Llywodraeth Cynulliad Cymru / Welsh Assembly Government
Cathays Park, Cardiff CF10 3NQ
Ffôn/Tel: 029 2082 5041 (GTN 1208 5041)
Ffacs/Fax: 02920 825350
Ebost/E.mail: karen.morgan@wales.gsi.gov.uk