EU threatens new rules on corporate governance

European Commissioner Michel Barnier has published a consultation paper that is asking some fundamental questions about the failures of company boards and shareholders to stem the financial crisis

The European Union has launched a public consultation on corporate governance, with some tough words on just how far short-term thinking was to blame for the financial crisis.

The Green Paper, consisting of 25 questions, aims to focus on three key areas, the action and make-up of board directors, shareholder involvement and enforcing existing governance codes.

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