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Geoff Wild: the governance tightrope officers’ duties in council-controlled companies

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In the second of a two-part blog, Geoff Wild, legal and governance consultant, explores the risks and responsibilities officers face when appointed as directors of council-owned companies – and how to manage potential conflicts of interest.

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Potential conflicts when acting as an officer Conflicts of interest can be actual, potential or perceived: The primary potential for conflict for officers who

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