Corporate governance
Corporate governance is commonly referred to as a system by which organisations are directed and controlled. It is the process by which company objectives are established, achieved and monitored. Corporate governance is concerned with the relationships and responsibilities between the board, management, shareholders and other relevant stakeholders within a legal and regulatory framework.
Featured items
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More on corporate governance
Detailing exactly what is corporate governance and why it is important.
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Dialogue in corporate governance
The Dialogue in corporate governance initiative aims to facilitate a better understanding of different approaches to corporate governance. It encourages dialogue around business, investment accountancy and policy issues relating to corporate governance.
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Beyond the myth of Anglo-American corporate governance
Contrasting US and UK securities markets and how they impact international business, investment and policy.
Key Documents
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Promoting Competitiveness: the UK approach to EU company law and corporate governance (PDF 149kb/36 pages)
The DTI has marked its UK Presidency of the EU 2005 with the above publication, which sets out their objectives in relation to the Action Plan and how they intend to carry this forward working in partnership with stakeholders.
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Corporate governance developments in the UK
Detailing corporate governance developments in the UK including links to the corporate governance reports.
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EU company law and corporate governance
Modernising company law and enhancing corporate governance in the European Union - a plan to move forward.
Guides and Publications
Guides
- Internal control and risk - The Turnbull Report
- Corporate governance codes, best practice guidelines and reports
Publications
Research projects
- The determination of directors' remuneration policies and packages in UK listed companies
- Common regulatory themes in disclosure, PIS and governance