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Why Carillion collapse highlights importance of AGM voting

23 February 2018 • 5 min read

With the AGM season just around the corner, Victoria Ticha looks at what we can learn following the recent collapse of the construction giant

The approach of spring means the annual general meetings (AGMs) season is fast approaching. Voting at AGMs is an important way for shareholders to voice their concerns and exert their influence. ...

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