Tag: Theresa May

No corporate governance reform ‘talk’ in Brexit-focused Queen’s Speech
Queen’s Speech lays out legislative agenda for Theresa May, but ignores corporate governance despite the issue being at the heart of the prime minister’s social justice agenda when she first came to power.

Greg Clark reappointed business secretary
The business secretary appointed under Theresa May will continue in post where one of his main roles will be pushing through reforms to corporate governance.

Doubts for governance reform in hung parliament
Theresa May came to power promising to overhaul corporate governance. The general election result throws into doubt the future of Brexit negotiations as well as potential governance reforms.

Tories commit to greater employee involvement in governance
Conservative Party manifesto sees Theresa May commit to employee involvement in the running of their companies, annual votes on executive pay and the publication of pay ratios.

Directors could be struck off for failing to protect pensions, says PM
Directors could be fined or struck off if they fail to protect pension schemes, according to a policy announcement by prime minister Theresa May.

General election creates uncertainty for governance reform
Theresa May announced a fresh election yesterday, casting uncertainty on when the UK’s companies will see reforms to corporate governance.

Brexit: a strategic risk that makes scenario-planning a priority
Brexit scenario-planning becomes the key boardroom activity for UK companies as the prime minister triggers Article 50.

CBI calls for Brexit quick wins
Trade body the Confederation of British Industry identifies quick wins for the UK government on the day Theresa May triggers Article 50.

Shareholders seek softer measure over binding pay votes
While the government’s green paper offers shareholders annual binding votes, investors are reportedly in favour of a milder policy.

Britain needs a ‘reinvigorated’ equity culture
Standard Life chief executive argues for an equity culture that would see companies focus on sustainability and long-term value for creation.