Governance

Exploits and cloud complexities test cybersecurity teams

The financial sector was the most targeted sector by cybercriminals in 2024, a new report found.

UK anti-fraud measures take effect in March

The UK government aims to implement new measures to tackle economic crime and improve transparency.

UK regulator revises Corporate Governance Code

The FRC has prioritised revisions to internal controls to better support boards, according to a news release.

UK FRC: Few companies reported to a consistently high standard

The regulator’s annual review of corporate governance reporting highlights concerns and suggests areas for improvement.

Engagement, consistency key to bridging climate reporting gaps

The percentage of companies disclosing climate-related information is increasing each year, but many preparers continue to face challenges reporting governance information.

7 principles for better annual general meetings

The UK FRC has issued guidance — with seven principles — for listed companies to improve shareholder participation in annual general meetings.

What’s ahead for ESG strategy and reporting after COP26?

Environmental, social, and governance matters are becoming more prominent for investors and companies.

How boards can combat pandemic-induced uncertainty

To face fallout from the lingering pandemic, boards are likely to prioritize five matters.

More corporate directors agree action needed on board diversity

But many think diversity is driven by political correctness, with male directors more sceptical of diversity and inclusion efforts.

The board: ‘Think the unthinkable’ to manage serious risks

Directors have a duty to ask tough questions and challenge all assumptions, according to Simon Laffin, FCMA, CGMA.

How board diversity improves culture and performance

FRC research suggests that more diverse boards lead to improved decision-making on risk, resilience, and strategy.

6 pressing governance trends that CFOs need to know about

A report on corporate governance trends in 2021 suggests CFOs’ remit has expanded further.

Consultation begins on UK audit, corporate governance proposals

Proposals include creation of a new regulatory body and new reporting obligations for auditors and directors.

FRC issues advice to improve companies’ ‘comply or explain’ reporting

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.

Viability, risk, diversity come under FRC spotlight

The UK regulator made recommendations on company reporting in its most recent assessment of UK corporate governance.

Proxy advisers: What is the proper role?

Board directors and management accountants should be aware of pressure from proxy advisers when setting executive compensation.

4 key concerns keeping directors up at night

Find out how boards of directors can tackle the top four concerns that a survey found keep directors up at night.

Factoring cyber risk into internal audit process

Many companies are neglecting to assess vulnerabilities, a global survey shows. Experts offer advice to shore up cyber risks.

FRC emphasises ethics in UK corporate governance

The FRC released corporate governance principles that put more emphasis on boards’ promoting an ethical corporate culture.

Draft guidance applies ERM principles to ESG risk

Recently issued supplemental draft guidance is designed to help organisations apply enterprise risk management (ERM) principles to environmental, social, and governance (ESG)-related risks.

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