All UK articles – Page 6
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InterviewsUK swine flu response was good
An official inquiry finds that the UK was well prepared for the swine flu pandemic
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Online onlyBudget 2010: Insurers warned not to overlook IPT hike
Costly compliance mistakes could ensue, says FiscalReps
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InterviewsBank levy will hurt UK competitiveness
PWC says levy could lead to migration of business activity from UK
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InterviewsKeep your eyes on the prize
Risk managers have a golden opportunity to step up into a strategic board advisory role – if internal auditors and other finance professionals don’t get there first. But there are ways to fight back, as Alex Hindson, deputy chairman of the IRM, tells Nathan Skinner
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AnalysisRegulation tops CROs’ concerns
Survey also reveals elevated role and remit of risk function
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InterviewsName and shame
Public sector organisations may be outsourcing various services in a bid to save money, but when things go wrong, the damage to reputation still falls squarely at their door. This is one place where the phrase ‘no such thing as bad publicity’ definitely does not apply
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InterviewsPreparing for climate change
Climate change is a crucial issue for public sector organisations.
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Special ReportsChain of command
This is a time of transition for the public sector, as financial constraints mean taking a private sector-style approach to supply chain management. But more outsourcing and new partnerships lead to an increase in risk and a fresh set of challenges
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InterviewsMajor incidents – it’s make or break
A major incident is still perceived as a ‘once in a risk manager’s lifetime’ event. But as a host of issues grow in prominence, says Neil Hardie, the public sector’s response to major incident risk has never been riper for review
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InterviewsRisk managers give their verdict
Insurers and brokers are rated on their levels of service in StrategicRISK's annual risk manager survey. See the results first here
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Online onlyPoll reveals best and worst reputable companies
Alliance Boots replaces Marks & Spencer at top; banks, BA and Royal Mail are bottom
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FeaturesData watchdog has teeth
Companies with UK operations should check their security procedure in light of the regulator's new powers
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FeaturesPassing the buck
A UK company found guilty of price-fixing is trying to recover the cost from the individuals involved
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Aon extends PCC to Isle of Man
Protected Cell Company offers an alternative to a stand-alone captive
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InterviewsAirmic vision launched
Lloyd’s chief executive predicts tighter capacity and higher prices
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InterviewsUK clamps down on corporate corruption
The Bribery Act has far reaching implications for both UK businesses and multinationals with offices or headquarters in the UK. Rupert Nevin explains how the Act will affect corporate liability
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Lockton declares: “It’s a buyers market”
Capacity is high and prices remain soft, says broker
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Online onlyVolcanic ash cloud to hit London
A Met forecast puts the ash cloud directly over London at 6pm causing more disruption to flights
