27 October 2022
In this blog Kerry Round, Founding Director of Round Governance Services, discusses the importance of diversity and whether it's necessary on a board. Read more
20 October 2022
Wherever the pressure for embracing ESG comes from, it is the board that should lead on defining the organisation’s values and aims in tackling ESG issues as part of its legal, ethical and cultural responsibilities. However, with so many other issues competing for the board’s time, it can be difficult to explicitly address ESG in board papers and discussions. Read more
18 October 2022
Businesses are gearing up to publish their annual modern slavery statements. However, additional legislation to address modern slavery is still to be proposed globally. The following blog will provide insight into some of the newest legislations across the globe to assist governance professionals in remaining up to date with modern slavery governance. Read more
13 October 2022
Other than the increasing legal and regulatory requirements of having to engage with the ESG agenda, there are a range of other reasons as to why the board should be thinking about ESG and their organisation. Read more
12 October 2022
Provision 17 of the UK Corporate Governance Code requires boards to establish a nomination committee to lead the process for appointments, ensure plans are in place for orderly succession to both the board and senior management positions and oversee the development of a diverse pipeline of succession. Read more
11 October 2022
Continuing our 'in their shoes' series, we sat down with Rowan Moony, who works as a Governance Associate at Almond+Co. Read more
10 October 2022
In this article, Heather Murphy discusses the value and importance older employees have to a company and their consideration in workplace culture. Read more
06 October 2022
Climate change might have been knocked off the top of boards’ risk list by geopolitical concerns but, despite that, it is very much a board-level issue – now more than ever. Read more
05 October 2022
A concern that crops up when companies have been through the IPO process often revolves around boards and current roles. Hypothetically thinking, what would happen if you already have an executive Chair, CEO and CFO that you intend on keeping? Could it cause problems following your IPO?. Read more
28 September 2022
Governance (whether less or more of it) has been presented by government and commentators as the solution to many of society’s problems – from inequality to poor economic growth and climate change. It is only right that definitions change to reflect current realities and to adapt to the future. Read more
27 September 2022
‘When we launched our global share plan to 78,000 colleagues, take-up wasn’t our key measure of success’ – Alison Burstall, People Director, Group Reward, at Kingfisher. Read more
23 September 2022
When a company embarks on an IPO, the governance landscape within an organisation will change. The UK Corporate Governance Code 2018 (which is the governance standard to which all companies admitted to the LSE must comply to), is extremely clear on what it expects from a board of directors and its committees. Read more
22 September 2022
Even without the broadening of the application of s172 of the Companies Act 2006, the power and reach of social media and the interconnectedness of societies as a consequence of globalisation has given all organisations the cause to reflect on their operational models, values and priorities. Read more
21 September 2022
The Institute has developed this hub, incorporating the ABC of ESG, to help members and others with interest in the ESG agenda to further understand what it means for the organisations they are involved in and wider society. Read more
16 September 2022
A charity’s reputation is one of its most significant assets, underpinning its ability to operate effectively, secure future funding and maintain the trust of those it serves. How can governance professionals help charities protect their reputations?. Read more
15 September 2022
For people with disabilities, it can be hard to find a job that also allows them to manage their healthcare needs, or even be able to have the same opportunities as the rest of the team. Read more
13 September 2022
In a world that is moving so fast, where the relationship between business and society has probably never been more critical to the survival of our planet; innovation, creativity and the need to be open to what the truth might be, is vital. Read more
08 September 2022
Martin Lee CEng, EMEA Lead at Talos, Cisco, spoke at Governance 2022 about cybersecurity and how to manage cyber risk. Read more
06 September 2022
In this article Kerry Round, Founding Director of Round Governance Services, follows up on her recent interview for our Engage Governance podcast series. Kerry goes more in-depth regarding changes to the governance landscape following an Initial Public Offering. Read more
05 September 2022
Uber. Deliveroo. TaskRabbit. Convenient, aren't they? These organisations and their apps are designed to make our lives easier. In this article we discuss the gig work structure and how to share the success that comes from that work. Read more
01 September 2022
In a recent survey on risk conducted by The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland, one of the key themes identified by respondents from the sports sector was the need for robust whistleblowing processes as a defence against inappropriate or illegal conduct. Read more
30 August 2022
Balancing the stresses and strains of life can be tricky and many of us suffer due to an out of kilter work-life balance. However, YourBusinessNumber has highlighted one simple technique that can help address this common problem. Read more
25 August 2022
The new edition of the Chambers Crisis & Risk Management Guide was launched in June 2022. Once again, thousands of interviewees gave us their feedback on the firms and individuals they work with, and it is this extensive third-party commentary that informs their rankings of the leading firms offering legal, PR, cybersecurity, due diligence and other crisis and risk advisory services. Read more
23 August 2022
Good governance is key to how organisations in all sectors achieve their purpose. It is essential whether that purpose is commercial, charitable or to provide public services. Read more
18 August 2022
To coincide with the launch of our new risk and risk management hub and the first of our subject-based campaigns, we put out a short survey to ask members and our social media followers about their opinions on organisational risk. Read more
16 August 2022
Meet John Davies as he tells us what it's like to work as a Governance Director at Beyond Governance. Read more
15 August 2022
Earlier this month at our annual conference, Governance 2022, Head of ProShare, Murray Tompsett led a session on building financial resilience for employees. If you missed it, we look at the highlights from the session. Read more
11 August 2022
Almost all organisations use technology, networks and the internet to process, store and communicate information. An organisation is exposed to cyber risks whenever it uses IT equipment and systems, and especially a network or the internet. Read more
05 August 2022
The Lionesses’ triumph at Euro 2022 is a colossal victory for the playing squad, the coaching and support staff who contributed to their success and all those who have long advocated for the women’s game. Read more
04 August 2022
Regulators are cracking down on individuals who have abused COVID-19-related support schemes. Directors face criminal prosecution if they don’t cooperate with authorities. Read more
02 August 2022
The synergistic relationship between innovation and governance is becoming more widely recognised, according to Rebecca Booth at corporate, fund and private wealth organisation, Carey. Read more
29 July 2022
Menopause is gaining increasing traction as a high-profile topic, from media headlines all the way to Parliament. But for those struggling with symptoms, it’s important that we’re tackling it at local levels, too. And that means it’s time for all employers to pick up the baton. Read more
28 July 2022
Risk is part of everyday life and in the business world every activity that an organisation undertakes and any decision that is made involves risk. Some risks are known, others are not and some are ignored at great cost. Read more
27 July 2022
Meet Grace Parsons-Hann as she tells us what its like to work as Head of Governance at KPMG UK. Read more
25 July 2022
The updated Competency Framework for Governance Professionals is a practical tool for individuals, teams, employers and recruiters. Read more
22 July 2022
The FTSE 350 Boardroom Bellwether is a yearly survey by the Financial Times and The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland that seeks to gauge the sentiment inside British boardrooms. This blog summarises the key risk & compliance findings of the latest survey, which took place in April and May 2022. Read more
20 July 2022
Luxembourg has secured its reputation as one of the world’s leading financial centres. But investors and asset managers, ever looking for the next big thing, are being urged to consider the complimentary regime offered by the Channel Islands of Jersey and Guernsey. Read more
07 July 2022
We round-up a successful second day at our annual conference, Governance 2022 taking place on 5-6 July 2022 at ExCel London. Read more
06 July 2022
We bring you the best of the first day at our annual conference, Governance 2022 taking place on 5-6 July 2022 at ExCel London. Read more
30 June 2022
To help us celebrate Pride Month, Ellie Jones, CEO, Liberate, speaks to us about her experiences. Read more
27 June 2022
In this article Victoria Penrice, President of the CGIUKI Committee, introduces a new podcast series from The Chartered Governance Institute UK and Ireland. Read more
24 June 2022
In this article Craig Beeston, SGA Programme Manager, discusses the findings of the Whyte Review and what can be learned in regards to sports governance. Read more
16 June 2022
Managing employee responsibility and accountability to ensure compliance within regulation and risk control frameworks is ever more complex and burdensome. Read more
14 June 2022
June is Pride Month. And whilst to many, it’s just an opportunity for shops and businesses to use rainbows to make themselves look more appealing, it’s actually much more important than just a commercial branding exercise. Read more
13 June 2022
‘Don’t try and do everything’ were the words of Sacha Sadan, Director of ESG at the Financial Conduct Authority, at the start of the recent CGIUKI ESG Summit, and they resonated throughout the day. Read more
08 June 2022
In the first of our series celebrating student awards winners, we speak to Laura Southern. Laura won our student award for obtaining a distinction, and the highest result amongst peers in the November 2021 exam session for the Company Compliance and Administration module. Meet Laura, who tells us the prize was a career highlight. Read more
06 June 2022
In this article, Victoria Penrice FCG, President of the Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland, discusses the ESG agenda and its global outlook. Read more
01 June 2022
In this article, Lesley Ward FCG, discusses the benefits of volunteering with your local branch, with testimonials from current and past branch chairs. Read more
23 May 2022
Technology is increasingly important as outdated manual processes have been highlighted by remote working. Read more
20 May 2022
In this article Fahrin Ribeiro, Company Secretary at Actis, discusses public debt and how renewable energy may be the solution. Read more
11 May 2022
The Queen's speech on 10 May 2022 was historic in that it was the first time in over 200 years that it was delivered by the heir to the throne rather than the reigning monarch. Read more
10 May 2022
It’s 2022. Digital transformation has taken shape across nearly every aspect of your professional life and has changed the way your company does business. Read more
09 May 2022
Although the UK has the highest level of mental ill-health in Europe, the COVID-19 pandemic has driven a reduction in the stigma around mental health and made the UK a more compassionate and empathetic nation. Read more
05 May 2022
The tone of an organisation emanates from the top, which means that directors should hold both themselves and their board colleagues to high standards. This blog explores ways to avoid unethical behaviour in the boardroom. Read more
03 May 2022
Unlike in many other countries, anyone who has ‘lost’ an old bank or building society account in the UK remains entitled to the money, however long it takes them to find it again. Read more
25 April 2022
Boards need to see their way through the myriad of definitions, interpretations and priorities that have come to be ESG. The question is: how?. Read more
22 April 2022
The increasingly observable impacts of global warming and climate change are set to intensify over the coming years and even decades if businesses do not take action. Read more
19 April 2022
21st Century businesses have had to endure a wide range of disruptive events, including global financial crises, pandemics, wars, social and economic turmoil and the effects of climate change, to name but a few. Read more
14 April 2022
Recent research indicates that charity boards are reporting ESG matters but as discrete parts of good governance rather than considering them holistically. Read more
11 April 2022
Although cybersecurity remains at the top priority of most organisations, regardless of size, it continues to be a challenge to deal with as the majority of cybersecurity breaches happen due to human error. Read more
07 April 2022
ESG reporting is a complex space that’s no longer only relevant to the largest companies. Here are six things every company needs to know. Read more
05 April 2022
Recent redundancies at P&O Ferries have resulted in public outcry, but the consequences for the business remain to be seen. Read more
23 March 2022
In contrast to the Autumn budget when the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, was relatively upbeat, today’s Spring statement summarised a more down beat assessment of the economy. Read more
21 March 2022
Meet Nick Lindsay ACG as he tells us what its like to be a Director at Elemental CoSec. Read more
15 March 2022
In this article Lorence Nye, Head of Policy at the Quoted Companies Alliance, discusses the journeys and challenges of small and mid-caps in regards to ESG. Read more
14 March 2022
In this article Diarmaid Ó Corrbuí, CEO of Carmichael, discusses some of the challenges charities are facing this year in the Irish region. Read more
11 March 2022
Meet Sukhpreet Bhatia ACG as she tells us what its like to be a Governance Manager at Royal Town Planning Institute. Read more
10 March 2022
In this article Will Wilson, ESG Assistant Vice President at Climate Lead, discusses some of the changes to reporting in the last year. Read more
08 March 2022
The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland is committed to promoting gender equality. To celebrate International Women’s Day, and this year’s theme of #BreakTheBias, we are sharing the stories of key women leaders in governance from around the world. Read more
01 March 2022
There is no doubting the ramifications for business and other international and UK organisations, or the attention government is now placing on tracking the real owners of business and property in the UK. Read more
22 February 2022
Diversity can take many forms. People from ethnic minorities, those with experience in different sectors and younger people can all bring new perspectives to board discussions. Read more
08 February 2022
For almost 150 years Girls Friendly Society (GFS) has worked with girls and young women and right now our focus is gender inequality. Read more
03 February 2022
According to the World Economic Forum, ’extreme weather’’ and ‘’climate action failure’ are among the top five short-term risks to the world, but the five most menacing long-term threats are all environmental. Read more
21 January 2022
Meet Stephen Gilbert FCG as he tells us what its like to be the Chair of Trustees for the WCCSA Charitable Trust. Read more
11 January 2022
Meet Owen Balmont as he tells us what its like to work as a Company Secretarial Assistant at Saga plc. Read more
15 December 2021
In this article Chris Butler, Head of Operations at Mercator® by Citco, discusses the principles that you can follow to help you to manage your company / multinational corporation UBO compliance efficiently. Read more
14 December 2021
Continuing our 'in their shoes' series, we sat down with Val Lynch, who works as a Company Secretary at Silva Homes. Read more
07 December 2021
The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland welcomes today’s publication of the revised Code for Sports Governance and its accompanying commentary. Read more
17 November 2021
The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland’s 2021 Awards were back with a bang at the London Park Lane Hilton Hotel last night and how great it was to be able to celebrate the achievements. Read more
11 November 2021
At Computershare, we understand the importance of teamwork and have placed tremendous value on our efforts to create a team environment with our clients and their corporate secretaries. Read more
05 November 2021
We are now just weeks away from announcing the winners of The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland’s Awards for 2021. Read more
05 November 2021
In this article we discuss COP26, climate change and the actions and commitments we have made. Read more
04 November 2021
The excitement is mounting as we draw nearer to announcing the winners of The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland’s Awards for 2021. The shortlists are now available. Read more
01 November 2021
Continuing our 'in their shoes' series, we sat down with Laura Sercombe, CEO of Girls Friendly Society, which has been shortlisted for this year's Diversity & Inclusion Initiative of the Year award. Read more
28 October 2021
In this article we sat down with Adv. Selebalo Ntepe, Deputy Chairman of the Institute of Directors Lesotho, to discuss governance across the African diaspora. Read more
25 October 2021
Meet Princess Ojiego as she tells us what its like to work as a Corporate Governance Trainee at mhs homes. Read more
20 October 2021
In this article we discuss World Mental Health Day and the social media poll the Institute took of the governance community. Read more
19 October 2021
In this article Sara Drake, Chief Executive of The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland, discusses some of her key takeaways from our recent summit. Read more
18 October 2021
In this article Boglarka Radi discusses modern slavery and it's importance within an ESG framework. Read more
11 October 2021
Meet Joanne Munis as she tells us what its like to work as a Company Secretary & Compliance Officer at Statkraft. Read more
04 October 2021
Meet Tesse Akpeki as she tells us what its like to work as a consultant and strategist at FCG. Read more
22 September 2021
In this article Sarah Colley from First Intuition discusses the modes of delivery of professional education during the pandemic and how that will influence the delivery in the future. Read more
01 September 2021
Meet Gireeja Bhoobun as she tells us what its like to work as a senior associate at Apex Group Ltd. Read more
26 August 2021
Meet Sammy Edris as he tells us what its like to be a Senior Associate at PwC. Read more
19 August 2021
In this article we discuss why fundraising is a matter of good governance. Read more