UK Governance Articles

Obtain insight on a range of issues related to best practice in board governance; with content written and curated by the senior global team at Integrity Governance who have many years’ experience in making boards more effective.

The content provided by the consultants, led by Founder and Managing Partner John Harte – a sought after speaker and thought leader on board effectiveness, practical governance and business disruption – will provide food for thought for all those committed to delivering boards that add value.

In this section there’s a wealth of topical articles and reports featuring advice and tips on how boards can improve their decision making and be fit for the future, along with industry-related news.

Independent Board Evaluations Are More Important Than Ever

December 7th
An article by John Harte written and published with Family Business United. Making a strong case for: Independent evaluation Moving away from the tick and flick approach of surveys The…
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Are your board's CEO processes up to scratch?

November 2nd
CEOs are under immense pressure to lead, manage and deliver all-important growth in the current climate. As a result, it’s vital that boards work closely with and support the CEO…
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John Harte Financial Times letter on the importance of an independent governance review at the CBI

April 20th
Dear Sir, As a CBI member it’s sad to observe the current turmoil caused by poor leadership and a toxic culture at the organisation (“CBI fights for its reputation as…
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How the role of the chairman is evolving

March 15th
How the role of the chairman is evolving The world remains a volatile place in 2023, as businesses emerge from the COVID era, contend with the impact of geopolitical uncertainty,…
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Why effective governance is critical in a recession

February 21st
Why effective governance is critical in a recession It is widely expected that there will be a global economic downturn over the next 12 months, with western countries, particularly those…
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How often should a Board Review be conducted?

February 6th
When should your organisation conduct a Board Review? Boards of organisations must wrestle with the important decision regarding how often they should conduct reviews to assess their performance. While boards…
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What's the difference between a chairperson vs CEO?

January 30th
What’s the difference between a chairperson vs CEO? A chairperson is a senior-level position responsible for providing direction and overseeing the board of directors. This includes setting overall strategy, ensuring…
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What's the difference between a managing director vs CEO?

January 30th
What’s the difference between a managing director vs CEO? The managing director plays a vital role in managing the day-to-day operations of a business or subsidiary. They are typically responsible…
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What is a chairman?

January 30th
What is a chairman? The chairman plays a pivotal role in any company, acting as a leader and the face of the board. The chairperson oversees all operations and acts…
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Realise the human aspect to deliver effective governance

January 24th
Delivering Effective Governance Effective governance involves people working together in a system, yet governance is too often approached in a purely legalistic or box ticking process-orientated way. Strong emotional and…
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