The higher a CEO’s self-opinion, the less he or she can see the long-term value of corporate social responsibility.

Recent court cases hint that some non-executives may be pursuing self-interest rather than company interests. Research looks at whether the self-interest of board members is well regulated by governance controls.

Narrative reporting has evolved significantly over the past five years. Reports provide a much broader range of non-financial information, but has the quality of information kept pace with this change?

Non-executive remuneration committees find themselves under increasing pressure as greater scrutiny is put on executive pay by investors and the public.

It can be a solitary role being chief executive, but there is support available from the chairman, mentors and coaches.

Choosing the right auditor is a process that must be well managed and implemented, says Henry Irving of the ICAEW.