News
Auditing, 27 October, 2017
Regulator seeks to hold international audit networks to account
International audit network leadership is now the focus of attention for regulators concerned about audits of systemically important financial institutions.
Company secretaries, 26 October, 2017
Company Secretary Forum to differ from previous years
The 6th Company Secretary Forum, on 23rd November in London, promises greater participation from delegates, and interaction with speakers.
Misconduct, 25 October, 2017
Former AA chairman Bob Mackenzie faces bonus repayment demand
Ousted chairman of the AA, Bob Mackenzie, faces demand to repay more than £1m in bonuses following disclosure of a second altercation.
Innovation, 24 October, 2017
R&D spend ‘feels the effects’ of economic nationalism
Survey on research and development uncovers concerns about policies that affect visa and work restrictions, and undermine access to talent.
Director appointments, 23 October, 2017
AkzoNobel in further shareholder spat over board candidates
AkzoNobel, the Dutch paint maker, has clashed again with shareholders, this time over the appointment of a director.
Board roles, 23 October, 2017
Danone combines CEO and chair roles in bid to boost governance
French food company combines chief executive and chair roles saying it “builds a bridge” between the board and management.
Annual reports, 23 October, 2017
Improve detail in corporate reporting, says watchdog
The UK reporting watchdog says corporate reporting is improving, but more detail and clarity is needed.
Diversity, 22 October, 2017
Female directors positively influence firms’ corporate social performance
To enhance the benefits of diversity for corporate social performance, efforts should be directed at holding boards more accountable to diverse stakeholders and improving the status of women, says Kris Byron
Diversity, 20 October, 2017
MPs spotlight diversity at Bank of England
Chancellor of the Exchequer is asked to ensure that the range of candidates for the Bank of England’s policy committee come from diverse backgrounds.
Hornby and Crest Nicholson, 19 October, 2017
Hornby’s interim chairman sets departure time; Pettigrew quits Crest Nicholson
Hornby interim chairman David Adams prepares to leave the business after four months, while Jim Pettigrew will depart Crest Nicholson and focus on his financial services board roles.