Tag: France
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France: update to Sapin II Law aims to improve transparency
An update to the Sapin II Law in France aims to improve transparency in business activity, including executive pay, as well as combat corporate corruption.
Details revealed of new French whistleblowing protections
France aims for improved corporate culture with the introduction of new whistleblowing protections under a law set up to beat corruption.
France: large firms face new ‘duty of care’ on risk management
Large French corporates now face new legislation that places a “duty of care” on them, in order to improve risk management and protect human rights, health and safety, and the environment.
New gender quotas come into force for large French companies
Large French companies will now be required to have at least 40% of female board members.
French anti-corruption bill passed
The Sapin II bill is approved in France, obligating boards to actively manage corruption risk.
French companies increase resource for ESR reporting
French listed companies are investing more resources in ESR, remuneration and governance, according to the financial regulator.
Nissan governance causes clash with French minister
Nissan’s CEO clashes with French government over governance at the car maker.
France’s AMF investigates exec on ‘corporate behaviour’
Former Alcatel chief executive faces criticism for departing during Nokia takeover.