The role of the junior and how automation might impact on that
10 August 2021
In this article Diligent discusses how automation might impact the role of the junior within the Secretariat team. Read more
Global tax reforms and transparency
29 July 2021
In this article Sanne’s Shervin Binesh, Lisa Aune and Joe Betts share some of the key developments in corporate taxation. Read more
Freeing up time through automation
19 July 2021
In this article Diligent discusses how automation can lead to better governance. Read more
Inflation – are we there yet?
12 July 2021
In this article Ruffer discusses the number of companies raising prices in the US which are at a 35 year high. Read more
Governance 2021: The Next Chapter - My three key takeaways
09 July 2021
In this article Victoria Penrice, CGIUKI President discusses the key takeaways she gained from this year's virtual conference. Read more
2021 in review - the year investors turned up the volume
06 July 2021
In this article Peter Fowler discuss the marked change in shareholder engagement and attitudes towards AGMs. Read more
Five employee rights you need to know
02 July 2021
In this article Hubert Day discuss the importance of knowing your rights as an employee because they are designed to protect both you and others, contributing to a better quality of life and work. Read more
The wonders of AI
01 July 2021
In this article Maria Brookes discusses the applications, concerns and opportunities that surround AI and big data. Read more
Tackling inequality to achieve boardroom diversity
28 June 2021
In this article Maria Brookes discusses the joint statement from the five UK Sports Councils and how the review findings about lack of diversity echo similar concerns in boardrooms. Read more
How modern governance meets the ESG imperative
23 June 2021
In this article Diligent discusses the shift of priorities for boards towards ESG concerns. Read more
Climate change governance: action, not words, will support the greatest reallocation of capital in history as we move to net zero
23 June 2021
In this article Maria Brookes discusses the shift of priorities in regards to climate change since the G7 summit. Read more
More information, more often: why digitisation is essential to modern governance
16 June 2021
In this article Diligent discusses how rapid advances in technology and other factors have led to a digital transformation in business. Read more
Agile leadership post-COVID-19: the skills required to stay ahead of the pack
10 June 2021
In this article Maria Brookes discusses the speed of change that many organisations around the world have been forced to adopt since COVID-19 hit and the skills that those in a leadership role have had to develop. Read more
The Rise of the Company Secretary
07 June 2021
Lockdown has thrust one position very much front and centre of corporate life – the company secretary. The role has been evolving for some years, but the Covid crisis has really sped up its development into a dynamic, highly sought-after position, central to the effective running of companies across the UK. Read more
Why cognitive diversity is set to be a major driver of boardroom capability and business performance
24 May 2021
Cognitive diversity within the boardroom is increasingly in focus following its inclusion in the 2018 UK Corporate Governance Code. Read more
Nasdaq Governance Solutions discuss how the Parker Review has impacted ethnic diversity in boardrooms
19 May 2021
In this article Nasdaq Governance solutions discusses the Parker Review, what the study reveals, and how it has influenced ethnic diversity in the boardroom. Read more
Celebrating success
14 May 2021
In this article Sara Drake, Chief Executive of The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland, reflects on the virtual graduation ceremony we held to celebrate the exam success and professional achievements of over 300 graduates and members on 13 May. Read more
Powering digital transformation with modern governance
06 May 2021
As the pandemic unfolded and home working became mandatory, boards and legal departments were forced to rapidly implement digital alternatives. To respond to these diverse pressures, boards have had to work faster, with a deeper level of insight than ever before, and this change of pace is set to become the status quo. Read more
Why employee share ownership must form part of the post-COVID-19 economic recovery
29 April 2021
Over the past year, the Social Market Foundation (SMF) has been undertaking new research into employee share ownership in the UK. Read more
Human rights, governance and modern slavery in the UK
28 April 2021
In this article Boglarka Radi considers the potential impact of modern slavery as a governance issue. Read more
Hello The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland, goodbye ICSA
26 April 2021
This year marks 130 years since the Institute first came into existence. It started life in 1891 as the Institute of Secretaries and today represents the interests of governance professionals around the globe. Read more
Government’s response to the Law Commission report on technical issues in charity law
22 April 2021
In this blog, Louise Thomson FCG, Head of Policy (NFP) at The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland, outlines some of the Key recommendations presented by the Law Commission. Read more
A crisis in personal liability protection for board members?
20 April 2021
As Churchill once put it: ‘Never let a good crisis go to waste.’ In this blog we discuss the issue of personal liability protection for directors and how it has steadily climbing up boardroom agendas over the last year. Read more
ESG and Brexit
15 April 2021
In 2018, the EU set out a clear action plan for sustainable economic growth. The EU’s objective is to maintain growth without creating problems for future generations due to depleting resources or environmental crises, such as climate change. Read more
ESG Rating schemes: Which to target, and how to do well
08 April 2021
A lot of time and effort can go into responding to ESG rating schemes. How do you know which one(s) to focus your efforts on, and what can you do to increase your company’s score?. Read more
Three ESG lessons organisations should learn from COVID-19
06 April 2021
Black Rock CEO Larry Fink’s annual letter to CEOs is always closely scrutinised. As the head of the world’s largest institutional investor, he identifies the issues companies must prioritise to generate long-term value. Three key lessons emerge from Fink’s focus on ESG. Read more
ESG the top priority for 2021
01 April 2021
In February, governance professionals polled by the Institute and The Core Partnership placed ESG at the top of their list of priorities for 2021. Sara Drake looks at some of the issues facing governance professionals. Read more
In-demand skills for company secretaries and governance professionals
30 March 2021
Mariza Dimaki, Recruitment Partner at The Core Partnership, lists some of the skills that are in high demand for governance professionals. Read more
Blockchain’s huge potential
25 March 2021
In this second of two blog posts on blockchain for the Institute Paul Ford looks at the many ways that blockchain might be used going forward, as well as the associated risks. Read more
Directors’ Handbook: the knowledge you need
19 March 2021
Mark Wearden, author of the Directors' Handbook and Directors' Checklists, takes us through some of the challenges and questions that directors face. Read more
Basics of blockchain
16 March 2021
In the first of two blog posts on blockchain for the Institute Paul Ford has outlined the fundamentals of blockchain to give you an idea of the technology behind this increasingly influential digital system. Read more
Who owns the Agenda?
11 March 2021
You are chairing a meeting. How will you ensure that the meeting that you are leading will be valuable, effective and appropriate?. Read more
Celebrating women in governance
09 March 2021
Yesterday we marked International Women’s Day with a webinar ‘Celebrating women in governance – beyond the glass ceiling’. Our panelists shared their thoughts and experiences of working with the board and more. Read more
Raising the profile of governance professionals serving schools
05 March 2021
Over the past decade, the National Governance Association (NGA) has been encouraging academy trusts to look beyond the school sector and embrace their place in the charity sector, absorbing the best of its practice and its debates. Read more
Budget Summary from the Institute
04 March 2021
The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland has summarised the key points from the spring budget announcement, allowing you easily find what is relevant to you. Read more
Tokyo 2020 – a diversity and inclusion fiasco of Olympic proportions
24 February 2021
The disgraceful comments of Yoshiro Mori have cast a shadow over an already struggling event. Read more
The role of the chair and how a NED can help
19 February 2021
Chairing a board is a bit like conducting an orchestra, creating harmony and success by the collective contribution of all. The IDT team recently discussed the topic of the role of the chair. Read more
How and when to bring cybersecurity into the boardroom
17 February 2021
Much like governance in general, cyber and information security must be embedded in an organisation’s DNA for it to be truly effective. Read more
The Return of the Voluntary Principle: The second act in the Kids Company Saga
15 February 2021
The judgment released on 12 February leaves us comfortable with an outcome that should leave the sector with a warm glow. Read more
ESG developments and three trends to watch in 2021
12 February 2021
In the last five years, environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing has gone mainstream, and it has never been more popular. Read more
The leaked NHS white paper
09 February 2021
Friday 5 February saw the leaking of a white paper on health and social care reform. Given the interest in the NHS and its future approach to systems working, some of the principles aired in the document may be of interest to governance professionals. Read more
“Jackie Weaver, you have no authority here”
08 February 2021
Recent events have highlighted the importance of governance in relation to virtual meetings. Read on to discover guidance on how to run an effective virtual meeting and avoid the potential pitfalls. Read more
Academy Governance Summit - January 2021
05 February 2021
Adapting to the pandemic and increased scrutiny has placed huge stresses on academy boards. The last year has highlighted the need for strong and effective governance. Read more
Has Australia set a new standard in integrated reporting?
03 February 2021
The Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) released guidance that has arguably been one of the most innovative and exciting recent moves in integrated reporting, globally. Read more
Interview: Paul Denton, Deputy Company Secretary, North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
29 January 2021
Winner of Governance Professional of the Year 2020. Read more
Meet the Author - Claire Bodanis
29 January 2021
Take a glimpse into the life and career of Claire Bodanis, author of Trust Me I'm Listed. Read more
ESG: climate change and responsible strategy for businesses in the time of COVID-19
22 January 2021
An effective ESG strategy is strongly recommended to build long-term trust and credibility with stakeholders and secure a more successful and stable business. Read more
Digital transformation – subsidiary governance beyond the pandemic
15 January 2021
Despite the desire to move forward without looking back, it seems inevitable that 2020 will be discussed and referred to for many years to come, characterised by a numerous and complex set of pressures and demands from various stakeholders. Read more
Corporate governance – an enabler or a blocker?
07 January 2021
At first, it was health and safety officers that were tagged the ‘business prevention team’ then it was compliance officers. But today it seems to be the corporate governance team that has inherited that particularly unwelcome moniker. Read more
Section 172, an elevator to better best practice
18 December 2020
At the Subsidiary Governance Summit on Thursday, 10 December, the session on 'Section 172, an elevator to better best practice'. Read more
2020 – a big year for lessons learned
17 December 2020
It is not a year that anyone wants to repeat, but it has been a useful learning exercise for organisations, sectors and governments across the globe. Read more
Brexit’s impact on UK modern slavery governance
09 December 2020
The following article considers the potential impacts of the UK’s departure from the European Union on the efforts against modern slavery. Read more
The drive for a data-driven global subsidiary services
07 December 2020
This year, nine out of ten of the most valuable companies in the world are data companies or firms whose business model is heavily dependent on data. Read more
The Future of Black Governance Professionals
30 November 2020
On Thursday, 3 December, we hosted the virtual event 'The Future of Black Governance Professionals' to bring awareness of the Black Governance Professionals Network (BGPN). Read more
Board evaluation in the post-pandemic world – technology to the rescue?
24 November 2020
At the recent Governance beyond the pandemic virtual summit, we discussed the pandemic and its impact upon the governance landscape. Read more
Codes of conduct
19 November 2020
Colleen Theron, CEO of Ardea International, discusses the value and impact of supplier codes of conduct in the context of a white paper just published. Read more
Governance Guernsey 2020 - Creating a sustainable future
30 October 2020
Wednesday 21 October 2020 - The Chartered Governance Institute held its annual Governance Guernsey Conference. Read more
The Silver Fish for Unobtrusive Service
28 October 2020
There was one prize awarded in our final year, that struck me as rather odd: ‘The Silver Fish for Unobtrusive Service’. Read more
How technology will shape the future of governance
21 October 2020
The technology, processes and skills that today’s companies need are evolving as quickly as the business landscape. Read more
Data governance in a cloud-native world
19 October 2020
Who governs your data? How do you know your 'customers' data is protected? And can those questions help grow your career?. Read more
Why you might still struggle to recruit company secretaries and governance professionals despite the recession
12 October 2020
Most company secretaries and governance professionals, most of whom are still in work, are likely to be more hesitant to move in a time of uncertainty. Read more
Modern Slavery Governance – a role for non-executive directors?
05 October 2020
NEDs all bring new perspectives and experiences, and these can all contribute to a more effective Modern Slavery Governance strategy. Read more
The role of diverse boards in tough times
30 September 2020
As charity leaders, we are currently navigating our charities through what is probably the roughest seas we will ever encounter. And we’re only just at the start of the voyage. Read more
Managing your entities the right way
14 September 2020
Time to fast track your entity management plans?. Read more
Bringing business ethics and social responsibility into the workplace
08 September 2020
To ensure good business ethics and social responsibility, many companies establish an ethics management program that aligns with their mission, vision, and values. Read more
Diversity & Inclusion Initiative of the Year
01 September 2020
For The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland Awards 2020, we announced two new exciting – as well as highly significant – awards in May 2020. Read more
We have to be the change we want in the world
27 August 2020
These words of Mahatma Gandhi have never been more pertinent as our companies and our economy emerge from the COVID-19 crisis. Read more
ESG – does the ‘S’ include slavery?
11 August 2020
We now look at how ESG (Environment, Social, Governance) reporting is linked to modern slavery. Read more
The perfect board - it’s a matter of character
05 August 2020
Whether you are a member of a company, not for profit or political board, you can have all the laws, regulations and procedures that may be found. Read more
Discover Governance: A company secretary perspective
27 July 2020
Last month, we hosted a webinar on how you can use your law or business degree to start your career in governance. Read more
Charity relationships with non-charity third parties
23 July 2020
For charitable organisations, such connections can bring immense benefits. Read more
Discover Governance: Use your law or business degree to start your career with the board
21 July 2020
Last month, we hosted a webinar on how you can use your law or business degree to start your career in governance. Read more
Executive pay in a time of crisis
20 July 2020
Earlier this month, Peter Swabey, our Policy and Research Director chaired a webinar on the subject of executive pay during a crisis. Read more
Climate change and the environment: A focus on SECR
16 July 2020
Improved ESG (Environmental, social and corporate governance) has been seen as a positive response to the crisis and as a means by which we can drive change in businesses for good. Read more
Modern slavery – what corporate governance can do
13 July 2020
The topic of modern slavery is key not only to businesses but also to governments, and its importance is increasing within large, multinational corporations. Read more
How a centralised corporate record accelerates sustainable growth
10 July 2020
Maintaining an accurate corporate record is essential for good governance and ensuring compliance, as was pointed out in our previous blog. Read more
Remote working competencies
08 July 2020
Competencies have been used to help organisations recruit, manage and develop their employees for decades. Read more
Rapid change
06 July 2020
On Thursday 26 June, the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act received Royal Assent. Read more
The Company Secretary Market Survey 2020: The impact of COVID-19 and remuneration
02 July 2020
The Company Secretary Market Survey 2020 by The Core Partnership is now available!. Read more
Leading your company secretarial team in a virtual environment
30 June 2020
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, businesses around the world have had to adapt the way they work to facilitate home working where previously it might not have been on offer. Read more
How to keep networking during COVID-19
26 June 2020
Networking is about nurturing relationships and making PEOPLE connections. We may not be able to network in the way we used to, but it’s still possible. Read more
Ensuring business continuity during a crisis – a focus on Kazakhstan
24 June 2020
Towards the middle of February 2020, we started laying out options to ensure business continuity at the AIFC. Read more
Emotional intelligence equals success during COVID-19
22 June 2020
Leadership is one of the most heavily tested skills during COVID-19. Research shows that emotional intelligence accounts for nearly 90% of what sets high performers leaders apart from those with similar technical skills and knowledge. Read more
The relationship between charity, charities and the general public
19 June 2020
Earlier this week, the Charity Commission published its report on ‘Regulating in the public interest - The relationship between Charity, charities and the general public’. Read more
How accurate are spreadsheets as a tool for effective governance?
17 June 2020
According to research from Deloitte, nearly a quarter of all spreadsheets contain errors, meaning boards are potentially exposing their companies to financial and reputational damage. Read more
Virtual company meetings: are they here to stay?
15 June 2020
Attending a recent webinar from The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland on the topic of holding virtual AGMs, where practitioners shared their experience of rearranging large-scale AGMs, it was evident that companies are finding effective solutions. Read more
Key governance challenges for academy governance during COVID-19 – Part 3
12 June 2020
The article is the third in a series of four blog posts on academy governance during COVID-19 published throughout May and June. Read more
Power and influence with your board
10 June 2020
Warren Bennis, the legendary management guru’s description of power as ‘The ability to convert vision into reality’ is a good place to start when thinking about how to up your power and influence with the board. Read more
Three potential roadblocks to remote team success
08 June 2020
As working remotely begins to feel more normal, you may start to notice specific challenges effectively blocking the successful functioning of your team. Read more
Learning the lessons
05 June 2020
With the UK government’s five tests for easing lockdown having been met, June will be a busy month for reopenings with many schools and nurseries already open and non-essential retail businesses due to reopen on 15 June. Read more
Recruiting company secretaries and governance professionals during COVID-19
01 June 2020
Despite the slight ease of lockdown measures, the return to the office and face-to-face interview processes still seems distant. Read more
Exiting lockdown with a stronger board
26 May 2020
With important ethical dilemmas needing to be resolved in the coming days and weeks, determining the best way to ease the lockdown will require boards to strengthen their ability to make good decisions. Read more
Finding a job during COVID-19
22 May 2020
The Coronavirus pandemic has sent economic shockwaves throughout the world, with US rates of unemployment the worst since the Depression era and UK jobless claims soaring by nearly 70% in April. Read more
The rise of virtual board and shareholder meetings in the Middle East – a focus on Saudi and UAE
21 May 2020
COVID-19 is forcing businesses across the globe to adapt to how they operate. Read more
Effective chairing in a virtual world
20 May 2020
As the world continues to wrestle with the coronavirus pandemic, businesses face having to create, at least in the short-term, their ‘new normal’. Read more
With companies moving to video-conferencing to interview candidates, here are some handy hints to succeed
19 May 2020
While it may be daunting for those who have never interviewed online before, here are a few tips to increase your chances of online interview success. Read more
WFH - Working From Home
18 May 2020
We have been WFH for several weeks now. What started as a short-term arrangement is looking increasingly like a medium-term solution and a preferred option for many colleagues for the longer term. Read more
Key governance challenges for academy governance during COVID-19 – Part 2
15 May 2020
The article is the second in a series of four blog posts on academy governance during COVID-19 that is being released fortnightly throughout May and June. Read more
Business has lost the public’s trust
14 May 2020
The consensus among politicians, citizens, and even executives themselves, is that capitalism serves only to enrich the elites while ignoring ordinary people. Read more
