Corporate Governance Webinar Series 2025
Strengthening Corporate Governance: Preparing for New UK Corporate Governance Regulations
In today’s increasingly complex and fast-evolving risk environment, companies must navigate a growing array of operational, environmental, and regulatory challenges. Climate change, cyber threats, geopolitical instability, and shifting societal expectations are creating material risks that demand robust, forward-looking governance.
At the same time, the UK’s corporate regulatory landscape is undergoing significant reform. The Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, the FCA anti-greenwashing rule, and the new UK Corporate Governance Code represent a comprehensive shift in expectations around transparency, accountability, and ESG integration. These developments collectively signal a move beyond procedural compliance toward more strategic, purpose-driven governance.
To help businesses navigate this shift, the UN Global Compact Network UK is hosting a three-part webinar series exploring the transformative journey of corporate governance. The sessions will provide expert insights into identifying, assessing, and integrating ESG risks into internal control and risk management frameworks. We will also examine how boards of directors are shifting from traditional oversight roles to becoming strategic drivers of change in response to increasing regulatory and investor expectations.
UPCOMING WEBINARS:
Decoding Upcoming Corporate Governance Regulations – What’s Changed and Why It Matters
Wednesday, 2 July 2025 | 14:00 – 15:00 BST
This session will explore the key changes brought about by the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, the FCA anti-greenwashing rule, and the new UK Corporate Governance Code. Experts will outline what companies need to do now to align with new regulations, shifting the focus from compliance to strategic governance.
Topics to be discussed:
- How evolving regulations affect corporate governance;
- Key updates on risk management, assurance, culture, and board accountability;
- The timeline for implementation and how companies should prepare;
- The relevance and implications for SMEs and growth companies.
Re-engineering Internal Control Systems
Wednesday, 9 July 2025 | 14:00 – 15:00 BST
This session will focus on strengthening your company’s internal control systems and risk management frameworks in light of evolving risks, such as climate change, cyber threats, and market instability. Learn practical steps for integrating ESG considerations into your governance framework, and how to ensure your risk management systems not only meet compliance standards but also add value to the organisation.
Topics to be discussed:
- Integrating ESG into internal control systems as key risk areas;
- Developing key components of an effective ESG control framework;
- Enhancing visibility through collaborative risk management through cross-functional collaboration;
- Best practices for identifying, documenting, and testing material controls;
- Aligning risk management with business strategy and stakeholder expectations.
Board Dynamics – Preparing for Increased Risk Oversight
Wednesday, 16 July 2025 | 14:00 – 15:00 BST
With the UK Corporate Governance Code placing greater demands on boards for oversight, accountability, and long-term value creation, this session will explore the critical role boards play in strategic stewardship. It will examine how robust board dynamics – such as leadership behaviours, diversity, and committee structures – can improve both governance and business outcomes, boosting investor confidence, and positioning the organisation for sustainable success.
Topics to be discussed:
- Evolving board responsibilities in light of the new UK Corporate Governance Code;
- The importance of diversity and capability building in boards;
- Specialised committees (audit, risk, sustainability) and their role in governance;
- How boards can move from process-based compliance to value-based oversight.
If you have any questions, please get in touch with Brenda Staines, Head of Governance & SDGs, or Lea Burkart, Governance and SDGs Project Manager.
