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Governance reform, 15 July, 2017
World of uncertainty for governance as need for change intensifies
A spate of reports indicate that this is far from being a settled time for governance. In fact, the agitation for change in governance is as dynamic as demands for change in politics and economics.
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French corporate governance, 11 July, 2017
France: Macron and the future of corporate governance
There is renewed hope in France for economic policy and its impact on corporate governance. Michel de Fabiani examines the expected positive outcomes for business.
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Board self-governance, 4 July, 2017
Good governance should start with boards’ own performance
The concept of good governance should be taken a step further, to one of good board self-governance—especially if companies are to navigate difficult, disruptive times.
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Corporate reporting, 26 June, 2017
What’s next for corporate reporting: the technology question
The future of corporate reporting is a subject attracting much debate and activity in recent years. A new report from the ICAEW captures the views of key stakeholders, and finds that technology is central to the discussion.
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General election 2017, 9 June, 2017
Doubts for governance reform in hung parliament
Theresa May came to power promising to overhaul corporate governance. The general election result throws into doubt the future of Brexit negotiations as well as potential governance reforms.
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Executive perks, 25 May, 2017
Giving out perks doesn’t necessarily lead to results
Paying executives extra doesn't guarantee optimum performance. It's a question of balance, argue Jenni Henderson and Josh Nicholas.
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COMMENT: Remuneration, 19 May, 2017
The Secret NED: the trials of the remuneration chair
It's undoubtedly a tough job, especially in this pay-sensitive climate. So why would anyone want to be remuneration chair?
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Integrated reporting, 26 April, 2017
Long-term thinking: a key principle of 21st-century governance
The shift to integrated reporting may not be easy, but Richard Howitt of the International Integrated Reporting Council argues that if we are to create long-term value, it is crucial to embed it as a key governance principle.
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Governance reform, 19 April, 2017
General election creates uncertainty for governance reform
Theresa May announced a fresh election yesterday, casting uncertainty on when the UK's companies will see reforms to corporate governance.
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Banking, 11 April, 2017
Barclays’ whistleblowing debacle will affect public perception of governance
Barclays' whistleblowing disclosure affects not only the bank, but the perception of governance more broadly.
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Governance reform, 7 April, 2017
Governance should aim at investment for greater good
The key focus of governance reform should not be on reducing the number of scandals, but instead on how to encourage risk-taking and investment in pursuit of a societal purpose, says think-tank Tomorrow's Company.
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ESG, 31 March, 2017
Integrated thinking can create long-term value
The concept of value has changed over the past decade; now, there is growing realisation that a more holistic, inclusive approach to business is the way forward.
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Article 50, 31 March, 2017
Brexit: a strategic risk that makes scenario-planning a priority
Brexit scenario-planning becomes the key boardroom activity for UK companies as the prime minister triggers Article 50.
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Differential share ownership, 30 March, 2017
Why one share, one vote is the best long-term investment option
Differential share ownership has become a preoccupation with some tech companies but, argues Kerrie Waring, there’s little evidence that it helps companies plan for the long term.
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Strategy & Risk, 28 March, 2017
Time to focus on reputation
Reputation and strategy are two sides of the same coin. Prioritise reputation and it should determine a sensible strategy that rejects the short term.
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Diversity, 10 March, 2017
Why women and men too easily accept the gender pay gap
Women tend to be more pessimistic than men when assessing their own competence, so could this explain differences in choice of work, and therefore the gender pay gap?
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Governance reform, 2 March, 2017
Purpose at the heart of business and how to achieve it
A new report calls for radical reform of UK governance, placing six policy levers at the core of creating "purposeful" companies that would benefit both business and society. Alex Edmans explains how this could be achieved.
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Cyber-risk, 24 February, 2017
Do company boards need an expert in cybersecurity and technology?
Cybersecurity is at the top of boardroom agendas. Stephen Bonner of Deloitte asks whether boards need a member who is a dedicated cyber expert.
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Governance Code, 22 February, 2017
Untangling corporate governance
The UK's Corporate Governance Code has remained largely unchanged since its introduction in 1992. Chris Hodge examines how we can realign its purpose to match today's expectations of what it ought to achieve.
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Seven days of governance, 17 February, 2017
That was the governance week
Fundamental reviews, executive pay and large private companies make the governance headlines this week.