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May 2012 Progress made, further to go

Following the publication of recent reports in both the UK and EU and the launch of an EC consultation, Lucy Fergusson and Lucy Reeve consider the progress that has been made in increasing the proportion of female directors, and confirm that the great diversity debate looks set to continue.

May 2012 Best behaviour

Guernsey’s much discussed corporate governance code came into effect at the beginning of the year. Carol Goodwin highlights its key principles, asserting that good corporate governance is about board behaviour and not always about the rules.

May 2012 Open for business

Catherine Falvey provides some useful tips and points to remember when it comes to setting up a company in the Republic of Ireland.