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?

New laws will require companies to justify their pay gap and report on how their policies “act in the interests of employees and shareholders”.

According to research, most whistleblowers raise the alarm by first approaching their boss or senior managers. However, if they then turn to regulators, it’s a clear sign that management has failed to listen.