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geoff roberts takes the opportunity to praise the banking industry for its excellent service record compared to other big businesses

When I was recently asked to write a few words about something relating to banking industry issues, it was suggested that I should choose a topic that was causing particular concern at the moment. Indeed, the word 'rant' was mentioned. My initial reaction was of being spoilt for choice. Having started a career in banking before many readers were born, and having been involved in offshore banking for more years than I care to admit, there are plenty of possible subjects. Money laundering; terrorism; the EU Savings Tax; cross-border marketing restrictions; increasing bureaucracy overall; m...

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