Watchdog says investors expect companies "to articulate their expectations of the possible impacts on their specific business” amid Covid-19 crisis.

The Institute of Directors would like to see urgent temporary measures implemented relating to board decision-making, company reporting and AGMs.

Board Agenda, in conjunction with the INSEAD Corporate Governance Centre and Mazars, would like to hear how directors across Europe are managing this crucial area of business.

Boards need to learn to look inward and harness "positive tension" to avoid becoming dysfunctional during a crisis.