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EU legislation, 17 July, 2019
Human rights due diligence push ‘could turn boards into legal departments’
The European Confederation of Directors Associations warns that forcing big companies to regulate the behaviour of their suppliers could be counterproductive.
Regulation, 16 July, 2019
Financial watchdog moves to strengthen audit ethics
Changes include a shorter list of permitted extra services and a stronger role for an “ethics partner” inside audit firms.
Board diversity, 10 July, 2019
New threats to ‘diversity of thought’ despite better board composition
While the number of women on boards is rising, an increasing reliance on hiring from the fields of accountancy and finance may impact on diversity of thought, says a new study.
Women on boards, 9 July, 2019
Hampton-Alexander CEO warns of ‘challenge to shift attitudes’ on gender diversity
Some companies have adopted a "one and done" attitude to female representation on boards, said Denise Wilson in a speech to the ICSA conference.
Cybersecurity, 9 July, 2019
Ransomware warning as cybercriminals target large companies
Experts highlight ransomware risk as cybercriminals attack listed forensics company Eurofins Scientific, with reports that a ransom was paid.
Executive remuneration, 5 July, 2019
Avast CEO Ondrej Vlcek opts to receive nominal $1 salary
Cybersecurity boss Ondrej Vlcek has joined Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk and other high-profile executives in waiving his pay cheque—but is it a meaningful gesture or just the latest tech trend?
Climate disclosures, 2 July, 2019
FRC calls for better reporting of climate-related risks
The UK regulator has added its voice to the growing chorus of organisations urging companies to improve their disclosure of climate-related risks.
Employee management, 1 July, 2019
Workforce Disclosure Initiative puts pressure on big names
Investor group ShareAction is targeting companies including Walmart, Rio Tinto and Coca-Cola to improve reporting on workforce issues.
