Whether you are a public company or a private company this is an area that is becoming increasingly important and the relationship between companies and their shareholders has never been more under the media spotlight. Under the framework of Governance Codes for companies investors, the UK is a world leader. But governance is not simply about codes or regulations; it is about relationships and trust. This is embodied in the non-prescriptive nature of the UK’s flexible and strong governance framework, ensuring that the corporate governance regime in the UK supports companies of all sizes. Ross Andrews and John Bridges are both experienced non-executive directors and Guild is well positioned to provide advice on this crucial area.