Thursday, December 03, 2009

Chairmen to face annual job vote


Company chairmen and boards could face an annual shareholder vote to stay in their job, under new proposals.

The Financial Reporting Council's (FRC) proposals on business governance follow Sir David Walker's review of banks last week.

Under the current FRC code of practice, board members must face re-election at least once every three years.

The Association of British Insurers said consideration should be given to re-electing all board members annually.

See full Article.