Governance Watch

UK Corporate Governance Briefing: Legal & Regulatory Developments

Questor Media

In this episode of Governance Watch, Board Agenda editor Gavin Hinks is joined by White & Case partners Lachlan Low and Di Yu to explore the most pressing corporate governance developments for 2025. The discussion covers major regulatory changes in Europe, including the revised Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D), and their implications for companies across the UK, EU, and beyond.

The episode also examines the Investment Association’s new remuneration guidelines, shifting expectations around executive pay, and the evolving landscape of AI governance and boardroom responsibilities. Additionally, the guests delve into proxy voting trends, the impact of diversity policies, and the UK Financial Reporting Council’s evolving stance on corporate governance compliance and internal controls.

With a dynamic mix of legal insight and boardroom strategy, this episode provides essential intelligence for governance leaders navigating a rapidly changing business environment.