Company Directors guidance

Guidance and reports from the ICAEW on the role and responsibilities of a company director

Employee engagement during Covid-19

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.

Why company directors should use social media

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.

Coronavirus: How can directors support effective whistleblowing in the current crisis?

Corporate Governance Department April 2020

Practical guidance for directors on the importance of whistleblowing during the continually evolving COVID-19 crisis.

Coronavirus: How do I discharge my duties as a director in the current 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.

Consequences of breach of directors' responsibilities

Business Law Department 2018

Directors are subject to a variety of sanctions for breach of their duties.

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