Should DB governance emulate the corporate world?
An argument has been made for DB schemes to copy corporate governance structures to boost trustees' accountability. James Phillips explores the idea
Good governance is absolutely critical to ensuring a scheme is run correctly and delivers the best outcomes for its members. Yet, with thousands of schemes and trustees, the approach to governance is a...
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