The Gazette 1982

International Bar Association 19th BIENNIAL CONFERENCE The International Bar Association is holding its 19th Biennial Conference in New Delhi, India from 17 — 23rd October, 1982. Two major topics will be discussed during the week: (i) The Eighties — the Challenge to the Legal Profession and the Judiciary — the Challenge by Society; its conflicts with established Codes of Ethics; the Profession's Response; and: (ii) Legal Problems of Investment by International Companies in Developing Countries. The principal speakers on these 2 topics will include the World Bank Vice President and General Counsel, and a past Chairman of the UN Commission on Transnational Corporations. In addition to the main topics, there will be over 90 meetings of the various committees of the IBA's Section on Business Law and Section on General Practice at which subjects of topical interest will be discussed. The conference is to be officially opened by the Prime Minister of India, Mrs Indira Gandhi and the Plenary Session is to be addressed by the Lord Chief Justice of England, the Rt Hon. Lord Lane. The programme of social events is lively and varied and includes elephant processions, regional dancing, hospitality in the homes of Indian lawyers, a polo match, dinner dances etc. Many excursions are being arranged including a flight to mount Everest and a visit to the Red Fort, as well as pre- and post-conference tours to places such as China, Kashmir and Nepal. A full ladies programme will also be available with visits to arts and crafts centres, fashion show and displays of yoga. Through the Incorporated Law Society of Ireland, Turnbull Gibson Travel are offering a selection of attractive tours to India from Dublin taking advantage of special air fares and hotel rates. They range from a basic tour to Delhi at £695 to an extended trip including Delhi, Hong Kong, Penang and Colombo at £1,135. Space is limited and members are advised to book as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Further details and booking forms can be obtained from the Society at Blackhall Place, Dublin 7.