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Governance

Good governance will ensure the efficient running of a business, support from investors and consumer confidence. It is vital that every stakeholder understands the governance factors impacting decisions they are involved in, their rights and responsibilities and the rules of the markets in which they operate.

CMS is advising boards, shareholders, general counsel, managers and entrepreneurs, amongst others, on their roles and responsibilities in ensuring good governance. Whether you are considering local environmental legislation, personal liability of directors, equal compensation for all or use of data, we have the right experts to guide you to best practice.

CMS governance resources include

Subscribe to receive updates on Directors' Duties on cms-lawnow.com and read our overview of the duties and responsibilities of directors across key jurisdictions around the world, answering the most frequently asked questions.

Use the Data Law Navigator for a quick look at the data protection laws in selected countries in Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia and Latin America.

A commercial and legal view on a comprehensive range of commercial risk issues and our board-level training.

Highlighted experience

  • Construction company

    Advised the board on the legal ramifications under the Bribery Act, Fraud Act and POCA involving huge reputational impact for the client.

  • Biopharmaceutical company

    On the data protection aspects of its audits, including the processing of health-related data and the interplay with other regulatory requirements in the context of medicine provision.

  • FMCG company

    Tailored workshops for legal and business teams covering the European Green Deal, the UK Net Zero Strategy, extended producer responsibility developments, ESG, packaging and waste, deposit return schemes and single use plastics.

  • Pharmaceutical company

    On its daily corporate governance matters, including the change of company name and expanding of business scope, as well as regulatory matters.

  • Multinational energy company

    On new governance arrangements to authorise Oil Spill Response services.

  • Major UK financial institution

    On its compliance with environmental regulations and legislation across its physical business operations within the UK and Republic of Ireland. This strategic project assessed the environmental and climate change issues they are exposed to.

  • Delancey

    On the implementation of their firm and product wide ESG strategy.

  • Quilter Investors

    On the implementation of upcoming sustainable investment legislation.

  • Major Scottish University

    On carrying out the governance review and related interaction with the funders of a major research centre, with a view to securing the Phase 2 funding.

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ESG Focus Scotland: Challenges and Opportunities Panel Event

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Improving energy efficiency of care home stock - practical steps for landlords

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Healthy Horizons Webinar Series

13 Jun 2023

Investor Attitudes to ESG Disclosures

18 May 2023 2 min read

Climate-related disclosures – is your business aligned with the TCFD recommendations?

02 Feb 2023 4 min read

Healthy Horizons

11 Jan 2023 1 min read

A Look at the Engine for ESG: Finance

13 Sep 2022 10 min read

CMS Next

01 Jun 2022 3 min read

Events

  • United Kingdom
    20 Apr 2026

    Skills for Future Facing Teams: The Emotionally Intelligent Leader

  • United Kingdom
    21 Apr 2026

    On the Pulse webinar series 2026 - Spring/Summer

  • United Kingdom
    21 Apr 2026

    Future of Renewables Spring Seminars

  • United Kingdom
    22 Apr 2026

    Sustainable Buildings: Taking the Temperature in 2026

  • United Kingdom
    23 Apr 2026

    ESG: Breaking Down the Buzzword

  • United Kingdom
    28 Apr 2026

    Strategic expansion to India: A new chapter for UK higher education

  • United Kingdom
    28 Apr 2026

    IP Insights webinar series 2026

  • United Kingdom
    29 Apr 2026

    CMS Update Morning: Media, Sports and Entertainment

  • United Kingdom
    02 May 2026

    CMS at INTA 2026

  • United Kingdom
    05 May 2026

    Joint seminar with CMS and Tannenbaum Helpern - A global perspective on securing, maintaining, and enforcing...

  • United Kingdom
    05 May 2026

    Cross-Border Financial Services 2026 webinar series

  • United Kingdom
    07 May 2026

    A new era? The Employment Rights Act 2025 and AI in employment disputes

  • United Kingdom
    11 May 2026

    Skills for Future Facing Teams: The Adaptable Leader in Conflict

  • United Kingdom
    13 May 2026

    2026 ITechLaw World Technology Law Conference in Chicago

  • United Kingdom
    20 May 2026

    A new era? The Employment Rights Act 2025 and AI in employment disputes

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