In this episode, Jai Baker catches up with Caroline Emmet from our Company Matters team to discuss board audit reforms underway, as well as sharing practical tips on how companies can adapt to these new rules with ease and confidence.If you want to stay up-to-date with future episodes, you might want to consider subscribing on whatever platform you’re listening to us. And if there’s a topic you’d like to hear us discuss, we’d love to hear from you. You can get in touch at podcast@linkgroup.co.uk See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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The future of board audit

Each quarter we release our UK dividend monitor covering everything from payment trends to future outlooks across the FTSE 350.To coincide with the latest edition, we hosted a special webcast where Ian Stokes, Managing Director of Corporate Markets EMEA, caught up with Mark Baker from 5i Research UK and James Baxter-Derrington from Investment Week to discuss the topic: what does recovery look like?This event was brought to you through our Ahead programme. Ahead is a community for governance professionals to discover new ideas, discuss industry trends and connect with like-minded people. If you’d like to join this free programme, you can access https://ww2.linkassetservices.com/ahead/ You can also download our latest dividend monitor and more at https://www.linkgroup.eu/insights/publications/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The full picture on UK dividends

 Marks & Spencer is one of the most celebrated names on the high street, and they also have a forward-thinking approach to governance. In this episode, Link Group’s Jai Baker caught up with Rob Lyons, Deputy Company Secretary at Marks and Spencer Group plc to find out what’s behind this drive to change how shareholders connect with their assets for the better. This episode was produced in conjunction with our Ahead programme. Ahead is a community for governance professionals to discover new trends and ideas, discuss industry issues and connect with like-minded people. If you’d like sign up, access https://ww2.linkgroup.eu/ahead/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Shareholder future shock? Not at Marks & Spencer.

2020 saw UK dividends cut by over a third – while investment trusts raised payouts by 4.2% to a record £1.88bn. In this episode, Link Group’s Jai Baker and Victoria Keenan speak to Mark Baker from 5i Research UK and James De Sausmarez from Janus Henderson Investors. Tune in to find out everything you need to know.You can also download our Investment Dividend Trust Monitor at https://bit.ly/2QsRC0q See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Are investment trusts the success story of the last 12 months?

Last year, special guidance on shareholder meetings was issued under the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020 (CIGA) to help companies adapt to the disruption of COVID-19. But with expiry on 30 March, what will the new guidance mean for meeting arrangements ongoing? In this episode, Jai Baker and Graham Butcher catch up to run through what companies can do to prepare. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What’s next for shareholder meeting guidance?

In this episode, we play back highlights from our recent Ahead event where Caroline Emmet and Jai Baker discuss corporate governance trends to expect in 2021.Ahead is a community for governance professionals to discover new trends and ideas, discuss industry issues and connect with like-minded people. If you’d like to sign up to become a member of this free programme, you can access http://bit.ly/2KQe2G1 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A year Ahead

Every year, companies hold their most important event: the Annual General Meeting.In this episode, we play back highlights from our recent webcast hosted by D.F. King and Orient Capital. Tune in to listen to their conversation with guest experts as they discuss everything you need to know. To download the report that was published to coincide with this webcast, click here - https://bit.ly/3lxGVDK See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The 2020 AGM Season and what to expect in 2021

It's been a year since we launched out podcast and the response has been amazing. That's why we have decided to update the name of our series, so we can now expand the topics discussed and connect with new areas of our industry.If there's anything you want to hear about in the future, you can get in touch with us at podcast@linkgroup.co.uk See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

New name, same great content

In this episode, we discuss the past, present and future of the burgeoning AIM Market and how the latest dividend trends might impact companies and investors.You can also download our AIM Dividend Monitor report at https://www.linkassetservices.com/our-thinking/aim-dividend-monitor-2020 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The alternative market in alternative times

Share plans are one of best ways to help employees and companies achieve their long-term goals. But how can they progress with bigger challenges ahead? In this episode, we speak with Martin MacLeod from DLA Piper to explore his thoughts.You can also connect with this episode’s speakers: Tristan Adams - https://bit.ly/3aDBrmlLindsey Doud – https://bit.ly/2Q2tUnQMartin MacLeod - https://bit.ly/3kVDBm5 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Can share plans help companies conserve cash in the wake of COVID-19?

Each quarter we release our UK Dividend Monitor that looks at trends in payments and future outlooks. The results this quarter have been extraordinary. Headline dividends fell a huge 57.2 per cent, with a 45 per cent drop from the top 100 UK companies. But how are investors responding to these changes, with dividends becoming arguably their most important source of income? In this episode, we play back the highlights from our recent UK Dividend Monitor webcast. You can also download the full report at:- https://www.linkassetservices.com/our-thinking/uk-dividend-monitor-q2-2020 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

COVID-19 vs. UK dividends – what changed in Q2?

In this episode, we speak with Adrian Smith from Reclaim Fund about their work to free up unclaimed assets to help fund good causes. With the government consultation on this scheme’s expansion closing on the 16th July 2020, tune in to find out everything you need to know and how you can get involved. You can also connect with this episode’s speakers at: Jai Baker - http://bit.ly/2TMddzsLindsey Doud - https://bit.ly/2xQmPB6 Adrian Smith - https://bit.ly/3dd76uC  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Putting unclaimed assets to good use…

In this episode we speak to Kit Atkinson about our capital markets in 2020 and beyond. Will the current challenges result in an economic setback? or will they prove to be a catalyst for change. ______________ You can also connect with this episode’s speakers on LinkedIn: Kit Atkinson - https://bit.ly/2ZmPIAg Lindsey Doud - https://bit.ly/2xQmPB6 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What’s next for capital markets?

In this episode, we discuss the challenges facing companies in the UK and beyond as they plan one of the main events in their corporate calendar, the Annual General Meeting.How much will social distancing change meeting formats and official process? And can technology help? Tune in to find out.______________You can also connect with this episode’s speakers on LinkedIn:Jai Baker - http://bit.ly/2TMddzsLindsey Doud - https://bit.ly/2xQmPB6  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

An AGM Season like no other

In this episode we sit down with Gabbi Stopp from the UK’s only share donation charity, ShareGift. Gabbi and her incredible team solve problems for both companies and shareholders, whilst raising essential funds for a vast range of charities. Sounds too good to be true? Tune in to find out more, and how you can get involved. ______________ You can also connect with this episode’s speakers on LinkedIn: Jai Baker - http://bit.ly/2TMddzs Gabbi Stopp - http://bit.ly/2xvrMPi  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Investing in great causes with ShareGift

Are you a corporate governance professional? Hit subscribe for news, tips and a breakdown of the main issues you need to know.In each episode, Link Group's Lindsey Doud talks to industry experts about all things corporate governance with the aim of helping you progress with confidence.For more about Link Group, go to www.linkassetservices.com/ 

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