Governance and social factors weigh on many issuers' credit ratings
Proxy advisory firm opens consultation on changes to 2023 voting policies
Review considers doing away with dedicated directors, alternate input mechanisms
More directors are female, but few lead boards — and fewer still are CEOs
FCA review finds weakness in oversight
Changes to director election rules, proxy process, expected to enhance boards, shareholder democracy
Failings that inflict broader reputational harm or signal deeper issues are most likely to impact credit ratings
The feds are consulting on virtual meetings and "access equals delivery" in the financial sector
Following CBCA changes and CSA discussions, the government is consulting on requirements for federal-sector firms
Proposal sets tougher independence requirements for boards and committees