Tag: Institute of Directors

The UK needs a code of conduct for company directors
A formal code of conduct for company directors would signal their willingness to apply high ethical standards in governance and leadership.

IoD calls for voluntary code of conduct for board directors
Institute of Directors says a voluntary code would “articulate standards for directors” without adding to the “burden” of regulation.

News round-up: this week in governance
P&O Ferries CEO faces MPs; President Biden and NCSC warn over cyber attacks; and Institute of Directors launches diversity commission.

News round-up: this week in governance
IoD disappointed over Wates Principles adoption; Allianz demands ESG KPIs are linked to executive pay; Denise Coates takes a pay cut.

Boards need dedicated ESG committees ‘as part of company strategy’
Report for the Institute of Directors says boards need to integrate ESG into strategy and operations as a response to climate concerns.

Institute of Directors rejects Boris Johnson’s comments on home working
“It is not for government to second guess what is appropriate for each business,” says the IoD, after the PM criticised remote working.

Campaign urges reform of section 172 to promote ‘purpose of the company’
John Lewis, Innocent and the Institute of Directors are backing the Better Business Act campaign to make purpose central to section 172.

Dual-class shares come a step closer in the UK as Lord Hill issues review
The report recommends pushing ahead with dual-class shares on the London Stock Exchange, with a consultation on the proposals to follow.

Why ESG strategy is a complex corporate challenge for boards
ESG is not about compliance. It is about ensuring three core areas of corporate responsibility come together strategically.

Firms forge ahead with AI adoption despite a lack of skills on boards
Survey reveals more than two-thirds of companies plan to implement AI technologies in the next 12 months.