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In this episode of OPEN Talks, our diversity, equity and inclusion podcast series, Louise Fernandes-Owen, Global PSL for the Employment & Benefits Group, meets Sarah Griffin, Head of Diversity...

18 May 2023 marks the IMO International Day for Women in Maritime, highlighting the importance of collaboration and networking in achieving gender equality in the maritime sector...

June is celebrated worldwide as Pride Month. It is a time to commemorate the progress made in the LGBTQ+ community and reflect on the challenges that lie ahead.

Equality and diversity in the workplace can be seen as a microcosm for equality and diversity in society at large.

An employment tribunal has recently considered whether an employee who used an offensive racial term during a race awareness training session had been unfairly dismissed.

Promoting gender diversity has become a key focus for the international arbitration community and beyond. Within the arbitration community, the launch of the Equal Representation in Arbitration (ERA)...

A successful charity depends on more than a powerful mission and consistent funding. Effective governance is equally as important in helping organisations navigate challenges and deliver lasting impact. The importance of effective governance is especially evident in the current climate. The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO) reported in July that 97% of organisations report facing challenges over the last six months. While every charity is different, the most successful charities increasingly resemble well-run businesses – and there are a number of governance principles that can help.

The 2024 global benefits financing matrix provides a complete listing of the eight key global benefits networks, their affiliated insurers and their offshore capabilities.

With assets of over £30 million and a membership laden with Britain's glittering national treasures of stage and screen, the Actors' Benevolent Fund (ABF) is one of the world's oldest...

Senior associate Faria Ali receives an MBE in the King's Birthday Honours 2026 list for her 15 years of charitable and voluntary service. From working with refugees and the UN Development Programme to serving as Vice-Chair of Muslim Aid and establishing diversity networks, her journey demonstrates how legal professionals can create meaningful impact beyond their practice.

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has been actively promoting gender diversity in the financial services sector since the launch of the Women in Finance Charter in 2016. The FCA has set targets...

Recent reports of a cyber security incident affecting Beacon, a widely used customer relationship management platform in the charity sector, have prompted the Charity Commission to issue guidance to potentially affected charities.

This year, Ellisons is celebrating 260 years as the region's trusted legal advisor. Hard work is certainly one of the key factors Ellisons thrives upon, but there are four more which the firm points to when discussing its success.

A new extended timetable is now in play for the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group ("EFRAG") following a letter sent by the EU Commissioner Albuquerque on 1 July 2025.

In January 2024, the Financial Reporting Council (FRC) published the much-awaited 2024 revision of the UK Corporate Governance Code (Code).

Boards of directors are prioritizing human capital governance to drive long-term value. Key focus areas include employee wellbeing, succession planning, talent retention, and emerging risks like AI. Effective boards lead strategic discussions, clarify roles, track performance metrics, and ensure collaboration with key stakeholders.

In this issue, we look at updated guidance on special severance payments for academy trusts and what the additional requirements are for academy trusts.