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Ethnic minority candidates accounted for 15% of non-executive appointments, the lowest proportion since 2020
But almost nine in 10 executive directors are male across the top 150 FTSE companies
Top British choices have all turned down job of running widely watched sporting competition
A boardroom role is valuable for executives approaching retirement
New research shows non-execs are typically over 60 despite need for tech expertise
Rescue vehicle expected to fail 20 of 55 directors in suitability test at top four lenders
Drive for more female representation in non-executive roles hits levels in lower management
Progress celebrated but advocates warn diversity is still not accurately reflected on boards
Internal and external candidates examined as Dick Costolo’s departure looms
US bank denies it is conducting a search to replace Gerald Hassell
BofA banker Loh Boon Chye is speculated to replace departing Singapore exchange chief
Mandating female representation has done little to narrow the gap for many
Non-UK nationals account for 36% of directors in FTSE 100
Demand for women and specific expertise, such as digital, is on the rise but it might not last
The pendulum seems to be swinging away from egocentric, inspirational stagecraft
Contrasting approaches of Tesco and GSK show importance of thinking ahead
Some shareholders are keen to divide the two positions, writes Anthony Goodman
Defence group removes long-term share matching plan
The obvious threats are the crowd and the cloud
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