Wednesday, December 08, 2010

CBI comments on Cranfield University Female FTSE Board Report


The CBI today commented on Cranfield University’s report The Female FTSE Board Report 2010, Opening Up the Appointment Process, which reveals that 12.5% of FTSE 100 directorships are held by women.

Katja Hall, CBI Director of Employment Policy, said:

“Many companies are already taking steps to boost the number of women in the boardroom, but these figures show that more needs to be done.

“Given that different firms face different challenges in attracting and developing women at various levels of the business, a flexible approach is necessary.

See full Press Release.