Forum Updates
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What a Board Member Needs to Know 28 Jun 11
commentariesThe recent Forum briefing on Board member responsibilities discussed presentations on issues which give rise to governance controversies, on topics which can lead to legal proceedings and on key supports which help a board member to effectively handle responsibilities.
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Recent Controversies Highlighted Audit Expectations Gap 23 Jun 11
commentariesIan Drennan, Chief Executive of IAASA the accountancy bodies’ regulator, at the ‘Finance for Board Members’ briefing, discussed the how an expectations gap relates to aspects of financial reporting and to audit. He posed the question- Is modern audit fit for purpose?
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IT Governance - Leadership and Accountability 30 May 11
presentationsThe Governance of IT is the responsibility of those charged with the leadership of an organisation. The topic raises particular issues for the Boards of public bodies. The May Forum discussion of the issues included presentations from five speakers with valuable insights.
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Fit for Purpose? Challenges for Irish Public Administration and Priorities for Public Service Reform 23 May 11
commentariesThe depth of the current economic and fiscal crisis has raised concerns about the Irish political and administrative system, and prompted calls for fundamental reform of our structures of public governance. A recent paper written by IPA Research Staff, Richard Boyle and Muiris MacCarthaigh, sets out the main challenges facing public administration and where they see reform as vital.
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Measures Addressing Board Composition and External Assessment Can Raise Governance Standards 29 Apr 11
presentationsPaul Turpin told the Forum that governance controversies in private and public sector organisations have contributed to a decline in trust in corporate statements. More external assessment and changes in the State board appointment procedures can help rebuild trust.