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NEWS: Legislation, 13 May, 2022
Government confirms commitment to sustainability disclosure requirements
The UK will proceed with legislative plans for SDRs, including transition reports, after the proposals were missing from the Queen’s Speech.
NEWS: Governance, 13 May, 2022
News round-up: this week in governance
Aviva CEO faces “inappropriate” remarks at shareholder meeting; warning for Twitter board over free speech; speaking up on whistleblowing.
NEWS: Regulation, 11 May, 2022
Queen’s Speech fails to provide clarity on audit reform plans
While the creation of ARGA is confirmed, details about other proposed changes are scant and uncertainty over timing remains.
NEWS: Research, 10 May, 2022
Age-diverse boards associated with less corporate misconduct
More age diversity, researchers say, could reduce “groupthink” and lead to “more critical judgment of management’s decisions and actions”.
NEWS: Governance, 6 May, 2022
Politics in the Magic Kingdom: Disney, DeSantis and LGBTQ+ rights
Disney CEO Bob Chapek’s criticism of Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” bill is a reminder that speaking out can have serious implications for boards.
NEWS: Governance, 6 May, 2022
News round-up: this week in governance
UK public backs pay ratios; K-pop firm opts for independent auditor; FRC chief tipped as HS2 chair; are dual-class shares an ESG risk?
NEWS: Research, 4 May, 2022
Directors’ social networks reduce risk of corporate failure
Study says failure is less likely when a board’s “social network” is large, its managerial network small and its executive pay relatively low.
NEWS: Strategy, 3 May, 2022
Growing backlash against ‘inflexible dogma’ of ESG
Experts warn ESG risks “mission drift” amid geopolitical and economic challenges, such as the war in Ukraine and energy prices.