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Dr Nneka Abulokwe: It is about people first and the governance follows
01 October 2018
The founder and CEO of MicroMax Consulting, talks about how winning the hearts and minds of employees and fostering a culture of accountability is all core to her vision of governance as a strategic enabler. Read more...
The value of kindness in corporate leadership
01 October 2018
An oft-overlooked attribute in successful leadership, kindness potentially holds the key to rebuilding trust in business. Read more...
A guide to strategic reporting
01 October 2018
Consideration of wider stakeholders and non-financial matters form the context for the FRC’s revised Guidance on the Strategic Report. Read more...
Ethical pressure on employees is rising
01 October 2018
With employees facing an increasing number of ethical challenges at work, organisations need to offer support and guidance on doing the right thing. Read more...
What does the next generation of governance look like?
01 October 2018
New research from ICSA into the next generation of the profession points toward an expanding remit for governance and concerns about excessive regulation. Read more...
Technical
The new governance code requirement for AIM companies
01 October 2018
Under AIM Rule 26, AIM-listed companies must follow and report on a recognised corporate governance code. Read more...
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Root and branch reform of national security screening
01 October 2018
The UK Government is looking to extend the national security screening regime of foreign investments. Read more...
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Employment law: A matter of privilege
01 October 2018
A warning that legal advice from lawyers may not always be privileged, while further action is planned over sexual harassment protection. Read more...
Tax: A short-sighted approach to short life assets
01 October 2018
Examining the oft-overlooked tax treatment of short life assets, and the complexity of tax relief for property investors. Read more...
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The bright side of charity governance
01 October 2018
A healthy culture and ethical consideration is important for charities to achieve good. Read more...
Careers
Introducing the ICSA's new competency framework
01 October 2018
ICSA has developed a competency framework to identify the characteristics of good professional performance and support career development. Read more...
Asking for a promotion or pay rise
03 September 2018
Sponsored: Preparation and mindset are key to achieving progression in your role. Read more...
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Weighing up experience and qualifications
26 July 2018
Sponsored: Employers should consider the value of experience against academic credentials. Read more...
How ICSA branches can help you
29 June 2018
ICSA’s extensive network of branches offers support and opportunity for governance professionals. Read more...
Social networks can help unlock your career potential
28 June 2018
Sponsored: Combining digital and real-world networking will help maximise your potential. Read more...
News Analysis
News analysis
Why employee ownership matters
01 October 2018
Employee share ownership can play an important role in the public debate on economic equality. Read more...
Loan sharks are circling
01 October 2018
Wonga’s collapse is arguably a victory for increased regulation, but deeper changes are still needed to protect the vulnerable. Read more...
Reviewing the UK's approach to sporting success
03 September 2018
UK Sport’s funding strategy consultation is an opportunity to review our interpretation of sporting achievement. Read more...
Facebook shows no man is an island when it comes to governance
03 September 2018
Following Facebook’s stock-market plunge, questions should be asked of its governance practices. Read more...
An open approach will help close the gender pay gap
27 August 2018
Greater context and accuracy is needed from companies for gender pay gap reporting to have an impact. Read more...
Comment
Anthony Hilton
Ratings agencies are still cause for concern
01 October 2018
Ten years on from the financial crash and the ratings-agencies conundrum has still not been resolved. Read more...
Bernadette Barber
On the road to corporate enlightenment
01 October 2018
Despite progress, the mission to improve corporate behaviour still has a long way to go. Read more...
Guest Columns
Questioning the role of the executive director
03 September 2018
Greater attention on the role of executive directors will help board effectiveness. Read more...
A new name for the international Institute
25 July 2018
We hope members will support the international Institute’s proposed change of name. Read more...
Quick question
Do you believe that having workers on your board would be a good idea?
01 October 2018
Do you believe that having workers on your board would be a good idea?. Read more...