On morality, human behaviour and economics
Experience an engaging in-person event that delves into the connections between morality, human behaviour, and economics. This gathering will feature a diverse group of experts sharing their insights and expertise. It’s a fantastic opportunity to participate in discussions, network with like-minded individuals, and learn from leaders in the field. Don’t miss this chance to deepen your understanding and make valuable connections!
Schedule for the Conference
9.45am – Coffee and welcome.
10am – Welcome by Professor James Tooley (Vice-Chancellor, University of Buckingham), Dr Juan Castañeda, Director of the Vinson Centre (University of Buckingham) and Tom Clougherty (Executive Director, Institute of Economic Affairs).
10.15am – Opening lecture by Dr Richard Turnbull (Centre for Ethics, Markets, and Enterprise) – ‘The moral case for the market’
Session 1 – On the moral foundations of the market economy
Chairperson: Lord Matthew Elliott (Jobs Foundation)
11am – Professor Mikko Arevuo (Cranfield University) on ‘Adam Smith’s Theory of Moral Sentiments: the dichotomy of self-interest and equality’
11.30am – Professor Pedro Schwartz (Camilo José Cela University) on ‘Smith vs. Mandeville: on morality and ethics in a market economy’
12pm – Dr Elena Leontjeva (Lithuanian Free Market Institute) on ‘’The moral case for capitalism’
12.30pm – Discussion
1pm – Break for lunch
Session 2 – Faith in Markets?
Chairperson: Tom Clougherty (IEA)
2pm – Martin Vander Weyer (The Spectator) – ‘Why We’ve Lost Faith in Capitalism’
2.30pm – Dr. Benedikt Koehler (IEA) on ‘The question of profit and wealth in Islam, Judaism and Christian religion’
3pm – Professor Philip Booth (St Mary’s University) on ‘The economics of Pope Francis – markets, society and the state’
3.30pm – Discussion
4pm 4.15 pm – Short coffee break
Session 3 – On social justice
Chairperson: Professor Paul Dragos Aligica (University of Bucharest and George Mason University)
4.15pm – TBC on ‘Social justice from a classical liberal perspective’
4.45pm – Dr. Billy Christmas (King’s College London) on ‘Property Rights and Social Justice in the Early Church Fathers’
5.15pm – Dr Chris O’Leary on ‘Welfare beyond the state’
5.45pm – Discussion
6.15pm – Drinks reception. End of formal proceedings of the conference.