This extract is taken from Charity Checklists, 2nd edition.

In this article, we explore how boards can be effective in continuously reviewing culture in an integrated approach alongside its other responsibilities.

The need for robust whistleblowing processes as a defence against inappropriate or illegal conduct.

We now look at how ESG (Environment, Social, Governance) reporting is linked to modern slavery.

Boards need to see their way through the myriad of definitions, interpretations and priorities that have come to be ESG. The question is: how?

We discuss the issue of personal liability protection for directors and how it has steadily climbing up boardroom agendas over the last year.

A book review on Strategic Reputation Management, reviewed by Daniel Valentine, Head of Communications

Boards that act now in framing their ESG issues will be ahead of the curve in terms of the effective delivery of new products and services in established and new formats and ongoing sustainability.

As societal expectations evolve and environmental and social challenges come to the forefront, regulators worldwide are increasingly focusing on ESG issues.