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Perception vs reality

Managing risk

A new survey from Ernst & Young finds that although there is a perception of increased risk amongst independent directors, there are also opportunities to leverage the skills and competencies of these directors to address forward-looking growth issues.

Carbon neutrality in the FTSE All Share

A new report looks at whether Carbon Neutrality programmes are really an effective way of reducing greenhouse gases and whether companies and their shareholders can see a real benefit on the bottom line from such programmes.

The future of global business

Leaders from some of the world’s leading global companies are coming together to head up a year long inquiry into the purpose and role of global business in the future.

SEC votes on executive compensation

Last month the Securities and Exchange Commission voted to adopt changes to the rules requiring disclosure of executive and director compensation.

Employee engagement and the bottom line

Pete Bradon looks at the real value of employee engagement.

Time to reflect

Melsa Ararat argues that the current boom in emerging markets is having an adverse effect on corporate governance.