Corpore Governance Department
June 2020
This know-how guide outlines why appointing an employee director and directors’ use of social media have particular relevance during COVID-19. These suggestions can no longer be described as radical. Companies have shown far greater agility because much more significant changes have been made as a result of COVID-19.
Corporate Governance Department
May 2020
Directors should start using social media to engage with all stakeholders. Social media attracts an enormous number of users, including company employees, suppliers, and existing and new customers. In this ICAEW Connect and Reflect report, we describe the benefits of social media for directors.
Corporate Governance Department
April 2020
Practical guidance for directors on the importance of whistleblowing during the continually evolving COVID-19 crisis.
Corporate Governance Department
April 2020
This ICAEW guide for directors is intended to reassure directors that they have identified all relevant considerations for themselves and for their companies.
Business Law Department
2018
Directors are subject to a variety of sanctions for breach of their duties.
Business Law Department
October 2018
Further information on companies, directors and company law.
Business Law Department
October 2018
Directors have specific responsibilities in relation to operation of the company, including preparing annual reports and accounts.
Business Law Department
October 2018
Directors are responsible for ensuring their company complies with requirements applicable to certain transactions, including raising money from shareholders.
Business Law Department
October 2018
The directors are ultimately responsible for the management of the company.
Business Law Department
October 2018
If a company is in financial difficulty, directors have additional duties to their usual responsibilities.