10 Reflections On Boosting Board Ethnic Diversity

The latest iteration of the Parker review responds to recent events, recognises requests to broaden its purview, and warns its advice may become obligatory.

Almost a year after publishing a first draft for consultation, the Parker review has put out its final verdict on the state of ethnic diversity on the boards of the UK's biggest companies.

A government-backed initiative, the review flagged the comparative lack of ethnic diversity of UK boards compared to the population and advocated that boards have more than one member from a black and minority ethnic background by 2021.

Although its recommendations remain intact, the final report acknowledges the feedback received during the consultation period.