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Tim PageBreak through
Read moreDespite long-established statutory provisions on workplace equality, there are still significant pay gaps at both a board and senior-executive levels across a number of diversity factors. Will the higher ESG standards increasingly reflected in investor and regulator expectations be enough to finally accelerate the pace of change?
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Tim PageWhistleblowing as an investment in your business
Read moreSummer 2021 will bring new standards for whistleblowing policies from the International Organization for Standardization. What can be expected to change in light of recent significant incidents, and how can boards and governance professionals develop an organisational culture where colleagues feel empowered to speak up in confidence?
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adminBeing transparent
Read moreWhat are the main proposals in the ‘Restoring trust in audit and corporate governance’ consultation, and what implications might they have?
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adminDrilling down
Read moreThe growth in importance of ESG matters as issues of boardroom significance has accelerated of late. Boards are now expected to meaningfully report on their actions in regards to ESG matters.
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adminThe greater good
Read moreDirectors are in a key position to wisely influence the motivations of their colleagues. How can boards create the right environment for a high performing business?
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adminRed alert
Read moreGovernance failures at organisations that were previously seen as highly effective businesses always generate headlines. What lessons can be learnt from these recent governance scandals?
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adminLearning from lockdown
Read moreA global pandemic means the skills and attitudes which governance professionals possess have never been in greater demand.
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adminTone from the top
Read moreThe treatment of whistleblowers has been called into question. Is there enough protection for those willing to stick their heads above the corporate parapet to raise concerns about unsafe or illegal practices?
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adminActivist action
Read moreShareholder activism is on the rise in the UK. What role does the company secretary have in ensuring the board understand and address the relevant concerns of the activist investor?
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adminKeeping an eye on the ball
Read moreWhat do the new s.172 reporting requirements mean for directors and why does good stakeholder engagement really matter?
