Better Business Act: Poll reveals public support for Companies Act reform

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Proposed reforms would see government strengthen the Companies Act to ensure environmental and social issues are given due consideration by company leaders

A change in company law that could see the interests of people and the planet sit alongside those of shareholders in the boardroom could secure widespread support from the UK public, with a new survey...

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