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The recommendations include introducing a productivity strategy and creating a Productivity Commission.
The financial sector was the most targeted sector by cybercriminals in 2024, a new report found.
The UK government aims to implement new measures to tackle economic crime and improve transparency.
The FRC has prioritised revisions to internal controls to better support boards, according to a news release.
The regulator’s annual review of corporate governance reporting highlights concerns and suggests areas for improvement.
The percentage of companies disclosing climate-related information is increasing each year, but many preparers continue to face challenges reporting governance information.
The UK FRC has issued guidance — with seven principles — for listed companies to improve shareholder participation in annual general meetings.
Environmental, social, and governance matters are becoming more prominent for investors and companies.
To face fallout from the lingering pandemic, boards are likely to prioritize five matters.
But many think diversity is driven by political correctness, with male directors more sceptical of diversity and inclusion efforts.
Directors have a duty to ask tough questions and challenge all assumptions, according to Simon Laffin, FCMA, CGMA.
FRC research suggests that more diverse boards lead to improved decision-making on risk, resilience, and strategy.
A report on corporate governance trends in 2021 suggests CFOs’ remit has expanded further.
Proposals include creation of a new regulatory body and new reporting obligations for auditors and directors.
The UK’s Financial Reporting Council issued advice for companies on how to report transparently and effectively when departing from parts of the UK Corporate Governance Code.
The UK regulator made recommendations on company reporting in its most recent assessment of UK corporate governance.
Board directors and management accountants should be aware of pressure from proxy advisers when setting executive compensation.
Find out how boards of directors can tackle the top four concerns that a survey found keep directors up at night.
Many companies are neglecting to assess vulnerabilities, a global survey shows. Experts offer advice to shore up cyber risks.
The FRC released corporate governance principles that put more emphasis on boards’ promoting an ethical corporate culture.
