Amid the sheer scale of legislation included in the recent King’s Speech, with some 40 bills included in plans for the parliamentary term, it is perhaps not surprising that there has not been much noise about legislative proposals which are set to significantly bolster the pivotal role of corporate governance.

In another sign of how governance is increasingly been seen as a pivotal foundation block for the investment community, a new governance code has been launched aimed at helping to encourage institutional investment in affordable housing.

Is it time for a whole new approach to how our role as company secretaries is named, defined, and promoted? Even with awareness of governance gaining momentum, especially redefined as ESG, it still feels that the Cosec’s role as the chief governance officer is still not recognised and is by and large taken for granted.

Whether you have trained in law or specifically in governance, a career as a Company Secretary is rewarding, interesting and multi-faceted.

Along with Airbus, Boeing once ruled the skies. The two aircraft manufacturers dominate the aeronautical industry, with the US giant building an impeccable safety and quality reputation over decades, yet recent events have shown how quickly the mighty can hit turbulence.

How to apply effective governance to the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has taken increasing prominence among global policy makers since the widespread launch of generative programs.

As a business we encourage our team members to undertake certifications and qualifications, and we are always delighted to see upskilling happening within the team. And as a responsible brand and a B Corp, we are especially happy to have a team member on board with sustainability training to help us with our goal of prioritising purpose alongside profit. 

Rarely, if ever, can the decision to not only fail to heed whistle-blowers but to belittle their complaints have resulted in more tragic consequences than the case of imprisoned nurse Lucy Letby.