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Welcome to The Chartered Governance Institute, West Midlands branch. We provide support to the Institute's members and students in the West Midlands and Central Wales.
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Welcome to the home of The Chartered Governance Institute, West Africa Region. We provide support to the Institute's members and students in Ghana and West Africa, including Nigeria.
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Welcome to The Chartered Governance Institute, Mauritius branch. We provide support to the Institute's members and students in Mauritius and the Seychelles.
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CGI signs accreditation agreement with Henley Business School

CGIUKI will accredit Henley’s MA Board Practice and Directorship Qualification, and award Affiliated Member status to students who successfully complete the programme.
8 May 2025
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CMS Partner and IT and Outsourcing expert Dr Sam De Silva named Governance Champion of the Year

Dr Sam De Silva, a Partner in the IT and Outsourcing team of international law firm CMS, has been named ‘Governance Champion of the Year’ at The Chartered Governance Institute UK & Ireland’s 2021 Awards, which took place at the London Park Lane Hilton Hotel last night. The Awards, which were hosted by BBC Breakfast presenter and Strictly Come Dancing contestant Dan Walker, recognise those individuals and teams who have excelled in good governance, helping organisations to better serve their stakeholders and society in the process.
17 November 2021
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Data is a critical business asset that needs prioritising, Governance body stresses

Data should be a priority issue for everyone, regardless of sector or industry, and organisations need to view it as a critical business asset according to The Chartered Governance Institute.
9 October 2019
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