16 October, 2019
Sir John Kingman warns government over unfinished FRC reforms
The author of a report recommending extensive reform of the UK’s financial reporting and audit watchdog is unhappy with its progress. Indeed, Sir John Kingman, the chair of Legal & General,
12 September, 2019
Campaigners call for German supply chain law to protect human rights
German companies face calls for a new supply chain law designed to protect against environmental and human rights abuses in the production of the goods and services they buy. This week a coalition ...
11 September, 2019
UK directors’ duties ‘include ESG responsibilities’ says legal expert
Debate over the precise implications of UK law on directors’ duties was given fresh legs this week with publication of a legal memorandum warning that failure to consider environmental, social and g...
11 April, 2019
Country profile: Canada
Fast facts GDP in 2017 US$1.7trn GDP growth in 2018 1.8% Population 37m Inflation in 2018 2.4% Heavy construction
1 April, 2019
More work needed on workforce disclosures
In an age when companies are coming to terms with calls from all directions to define their societal purpose, it is logical that some should focus on the way workers are treated. Employees form per...
4 October, 2017
Modern Slavery Act: guidance updated on how business should comply
Updated guidance ...
3 October, 2017
