Introduction In recent years, multinational corporations have been under growing regulatory pressure to manage the risks which arise from...
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Geopolitical risks are a significant concern for businesses and investors in the current global landscape. Understanding these risks is...
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The drumbeat of calls for the UK to introduce a programme of whistleblower incentivisation continues to grow louder. In our view, a...
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On 8 October, the Investment Association (IA) published its updated Principles of Remuneration (the Principles) following the review...
In today’s dynamic business environment, decision-making frequently entails venturing into unknown territory. It is often challenging to...
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As companies continue to navigate rough seas regarding the current economic realities, good governance remains crucial for company...
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The Parity Act, Organic Law 2/2024, of 1 August, on equal representation and balanced presence of women and men (the Act), came into...
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In an order dated 12 August 2024, the General Court of the European Union (‘General Court’) dismissed an application for interim measures...
Many companies are exploring the ways in which generative AI tools may be employed to assist with board minute-taking. Such AI tools...
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Recent high-profile director liability cases have highlighted the importance of ensuring that the preparation of board minutes is given...
Following the release of the FTSE Women Leaders Review two weeks ago (on which you can read our blog post, here), the latest Parker...
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This time last year, it was revealed that FTSE 350 companies had hit the target of 40% female representation on boards, three years ahead...