Tag: Summer 2017
Details revealed of new French whistleblowing protections
France aims for improved corporate culture with the introduction of new whistleblowing protections under a law set up to beat corruption.
New committee to review Indian governance
India’s markets watchdog creates a committee tasked with producing a report on potential reforms to Indian governance.
ESMA sets out principles for Brexit among EU member states
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has released guidance on achieving a common approach to supervision among EU member states following Brexit.
There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to boosting diversity and business growth
Diversity in business is often misunderstood, leading to under-representation and stilted career advancement for minority and marginalised professionals. But there are ways to tackle this, while boosting improving performance.
Ethical ‘lapses’ driving more CEO departures, says study
More chief executives are being ousted from their roles for “ethical lapses”, due to tightening regulation and governance, digital communications, the 24-hour news cycle and increased activity in developing economies.
Regulator to investigate KPMG’s audit of Rolls-Royce
KPMG’s audit of scandal-hit engine maker Rolls-Royce has come under scrutiny by the Financial Reporting Council.
France: large firms face new ‘duty of care’ on risk management
Large French corporates now face new legislation that places a “duty of care” on them, in order to improve risk management and protect human rights, health and safety, and the environment.
Reforms mooted for UK IPO process
The UK IPO process is set to be reformed, as the Financial Conduct Authority proposes changes to improve prospectuses and alleviate the risk of conflicts of interest.