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Leadership skills, 19 October, 2018

The governance revolution: time to take control

The very nature and definition of governance has evolved into a complex and critical beast. It's time for directors to grab it by the horns and take control.
Shareholder rights, 18 October, 2018

How the revised shareholder directive will help overcome short-termism

The EU’s amended Shareholder Rights Directive came into force in June 2017, and will be rolled out across member states by 2019. It aims to tackle short-termism among investors. But what are the law’s key elements?

UN SDGs, 17 October, 2018

Sustainable Development Goals: which comes first?

There are 17 UN sustainable development goals—too many for a business to implement all at once. Carol Adams writes that the best way forward is to select the ones which align best with your business strategy.
Social governance, 16 October, 2018

Prepare for the transition to a zero-carbon, digital economy

The drive to a carbon-free economy, use of robotics and introduction of artificial intelligence will mean profound changes for the global workforce. Investors must play their part in managing a “Just Transition” for employees.
Economy, 15 October, 2018

Country profile: Sweden

Being a rural nation by no means equates to low progress. Sweden’s major industries are at the helm of sustainability. But its liberal and progressive outlook is being tested, with anti-immigration policies front and centre of election discussions.
Board oversight, 15 October, 2018

Get ahead of ESG risk and reap the rewards

Environmental, social and governance (ESG) risks are rising to the top of progressive board agendas. Why are these risks gaining attention? How can you enhance your board’s awareness and oversight to reduce risk and capitalise on new ESG opportunities?
Reading recommendations, 12 October, 2018

Books every board should have on its shelf this autumn

Summer is well and truly over and it's time to get back to work. What better way than by expanding your library with some key reading matter?
Corporate governance, 12 October, 2018

Steps to strengthen boardroom culture, reputation and risk

The revamped governance code and guidance amount to a demand for cultural change in the boardroom. But how should boards change in order to better manage the risks associated with poor corporate culture?
Audit, 11 October, 2018

Audit reform: which way now?

Audit firms may have hit the headlines because of their connection to failed companies, but a new book argues that they face more fundamental problems, which may affect their very survival.
Finance, 10 October, 2018

Conflicts of interest: the global fight over dual-class shares

Dual-class shares are causing friction between institutional shareholders and stock exchanges across the globe, and big tech firms are the driving force behind it. How will it all pan out? And how will it affect corporate governance?
Board skills, 9 October, 2018

Harnessing conflict for boardroom success

Chairmen need to become accustomed to challenge and receiving feedback as corporate governance becomes more testing than ever before.
Digital transactions, 9 October, 2018

Why Blockchain is good news for governance

Blockchain is a headline issue but how does it affect corporate governance? At a recent corporate governance discussion forum, academics, regulators and technology experts heard how blockchain can enhance governance and turn shareholder votes into cheap and secure decision-making.