Industry News 26 January, 2022
Investor relations may be obscure, but in modern business they are increasingly important
It is fantastic to see the recognition of IR and its growing importance as featured in this week’s Times article by Patrick Hosking. This is supported by the recent findings from our MiFID II research conducted by The London School of Economics and The University of Glasgow, in conjunction with the IR Society, with MiFID regulation creating both opportunity and challenges for IR.
26 January, 2022
FRC consults on three-year Plan and Budget to prepare for transition to ARGA
The FRC has published for comment its 3-year Plan for 2022-25, acknowledging the FRC’s continued commitment to being an effective and transparent regulator as it prepares to transition to the Audit, Reporting and Governance Authority.
26 January, 2022
FRC Invites applications for Stakeholder Insight Group
The FRC has launched the application process for its Stakeholder Insight Group (SIG), a new cross-stakeholder panel that will represent preparers, investors, audit committee chairs and other key parts of our stakeholder universe including reporting framework owners and civil society groups.
26 January, 2022
Aviva’s CEO letter warns over sustainability targets
Aviva Investors will hold investee companies accountable to a wider definition of sustainability in 2022, with companies set to be judged against expectations on biodiversity and human rights, as much as climate and executive pay.
6 January, 2022
FCA publishes new rules on climate-related disclosures
The FCA has published two Policy Statements confirming final rules and guidance to promote better climate-related financial disclosures.
Informed 20 December, 2021
Informed 113 – Winter 2021/22
The Winter 2021/22 issue of Informed provides in-depth coverage of the 2021 Best Practice Awards, which were held in late November. It also includes a feature titled 'Best in class', which profiles some of the award-winning companies.
IR Society News Industry News 24 November, 2021
The IR Society Celebrates Best in Class IR at the Grand Connaught Rooms in London
At Tuesday night’s annual Investor Relations Society Best Practice Awards dinner, the IR Society recognised those companies that are leading the way in IR best practice and stakeholder engagement.
Industry News 18 November, 2021
FRC publishes latest edition of Developments in Audit
The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has today, 18 November 2021, published its latest edition of Developments in Audit, which sets out the FRC’s annual assessment of UK audit and ongoing expectations for how audit firms should deliver audit quality improvements to deliver a more effective audit market in the public interest.
IR Society News 26 October, 2021
Awards Host Announced - Zoe Lyons
We are delighted to announce that the compere for the 2021 IR Society Best Practice Awards will be the fabulous Zoe Lyons!
IR Society News 21 October, 2021
Colombo Stock Exchange to offer ICIR
The UK Investor Relations Society (IR Society) and the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) are delighted to announce a partnership offering the IR Society’s International Certificate in Investor Relations.
Consultation Responses 20 October, 2021
FCA Consultation: Diversity and inclusion on company boards and executive committees
IR Society response to CP21/24 ‘Diversity and inclusion on company boards and executive committees’
Informed 14 October, 2021
Informed 112 – Autumn 2021
The main feature of the Autumn issue of Informed is titled 'IR for small caps'. It contains a number of articles on all issues relevant to smaller listed companies. A second feature, titled 'Careers in IR' details learning opportunities, and provides an insight into the IR role.
Industry News 30 September, 2021
Transition to Integrated Reporting
On 20 September 2021, the Value Reporting Foundation published ‘Transition to integrated reporting: A Guide to getting started’ (‘the Guide’) to help report preparers develop a custom-fit transition plan to integrated reporting. The Guide is a companion to the
Industry News 30 September, 2021
Essential Guide to Enhancing Investor Engagement - Webinar Replay
As we start to emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, the impact of social and environmental issues on the global economy have never been clearer. For businesses around the world, there has never been a greater focus on sustainability.
IR Society News 30 September, 2021
IR Society 2021 Best Practice Awards and Annual Dinner
We are delighted to announce that we will be hosting the Best Practice Awards and Annual Dinner in person at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in London on Tuesday 23rd November.
Industry News 22 September, 2021
FRC publishes review findings on viability and going concern disclosures
Viability and going concern reporting need to be improved to give investors and key stakeholders a clearer picture of the financial stability of businesses, warns the Financial Reporting Council (FRC).
Industry News 14 September, 2021
Procter & Gamble announces new Climate Transition Action Plan
On 14 September 2021, consumer goods giant Procter & Gamble (P&G) announced a comprehensive plan to accelerate its climate action. The plan includes a new ambition to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across its entire operations and supply chain, from raw material to retailer, by 2040; as well as interim 2030 goals.
IR Society News Industry News Blogs 7 September, 2021
The A4S Essential Guide to Enhancing Investor Engagement
A4S and its CFO Leadership Network have produced this practical guide for investor relations teams on communicating effectively with investors about sustainability.
Industry News 6 September, 2021
FRC lists successful signatories to the UK Stewardship Code
On 6 September, the Financial Reporting Council (FRC) published a list of successful signatories to the UK Stewardship Code (Stewardship Code).
Industry News 5 August, 2021
IASB consults on a new framework for management commentary reflecting changes in corporate reporting
The International Accounting Standards Board (IASB or the Board) has published for public comment a proposed comprehensive framework for companies preparing management commentaries aligned with investors’ information needs.