Tag: misconduct
How to prepare for conducting an internal investigation
Here are some key questions for board directors to consider in advance of embarking on an internal investigation.
Governance ‘fails with superstar CEOs’
Beware the rise of chief executives who are accorded special privileges and apparently can do no wrong, research warns.
Survey reveals lack of policies and procedures for corporate ethics
Less than half of firms have board oversight of corporate ethics, while only 42% undertake mandatory ethics training for employees.
Businesses ‘can play important role in stemming executive misconduct’
US academic calls for an end to non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), changes in the use of arbitration and better reporting of complaints.
Covid crisis could lead employees to ‘compromise ethical standards’
Ethics & Compliance Initiative warns that the “extraordinary” changes forced by the pandemic could raise the risk of ethical transgressions.
How the impact of Covid-19 could cause an epidemic of misconduct
The risk of professional misconduct and ethical lapses increases in stressful situations. Organisations should be aware of the contributing factors.
Business ethics and building a strong ethical culture
Poor ethical behaviour can destroy a company’s reputation, but establishing a strong ethical programme can lay the foundation for improved conduct and business performance.
Behaviour of IoD chairwoman Lady Judge called into question
The Institute of Directors has been presented the results of an investigation into alleged misconduct by chairwoman Lady Barbara Judge towards staff; its council meets today to discuss the findings.
Auditor fined £1.8m for ‘misconduct’
The Financial Reporting Council has fined and reprimanded EY for work on its audit of tech company Tech Data.