MPs publish terms of reference for inquiry into governance arrangements at major banks

The Treasury Select Committee has announced the terms of reference  for its inquiry into the corporate governance arrangements at major banks. 02 May 2012

Government to develop high-level Strategic Report proposals in response to consultation feedback

Proposals to simplify corporate narrative reporting requirements will include a high-level Strategic Report and separate Annual Directors' Statement, the Government has announced. 02 Apr 2012

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