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A time for change

Companies Act 2006 – final

October saw the implementation of the final phase of the new Companies Act.

Stricter governance rules from SEC

The Securities and Exchange Commission have drawn up proposals affecting broad compensation policy and corporate governance disclosures.

Effective communication on compensation

Simon Wong suggests ways for boards to improve their approach on remuneration engagements.

Not far enough

In their written response to the initial Walker Review the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants argued that the review did not go far enough.

Corporations, citizenship and global governance

Jeremy Moon looks at the role corporations can play in the wider community.

The absence of women on boards – It’s their choice; isn’t it?

Dr Savita Kumra takes a different look at the issue of diversity.