Measures put in place to reduce the spread of coronavirus have tested boards as never before.

This has been a month of listening at events, in surveys and across our community. I want to share the themes I’ve heard and explain how they will shape the direction of the Institute in the year ahead.

The role of director is vast, complex and ever-changing. Let this handbook be your guide to everything you need to know about being a director.

Designed for those on the journey to becoming a Chartered Governance Professional, our Corporate Governance study text provides the knowledge and skills necessary for a company secretary or governance professional to act as chief adviser to the board and other stakeholders and as the facilitator for systematic application of good governance practices.

High profile exits at Manchester United and Chelsea have thrown football’s governance into sharp relief. Under intense financial and reputational pressure, unclear roles, blurred oversight and weak challenge mechanisms can destabilise clubs. A new regulator raises baseline standards, but only disciplined governance behaviour and culture can keep organisations resilient.

Of general interest to all members.

Of general interest to all members.

Of general interest to all members.

The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland Awards Judging panel.