Andy Burnham, business confidence and devolution. ๐ฃ๏ธ
Business confidence remains fragile amid economic uncertainty and continued political speculation about the UK's economic direction.
In this episode, IoD Chief Economist Anna Leach joins host Ben Walker to discuss the IoDโs latest reading of business confidence and what it tells us about the state of the economy. ๐๏ธ
Together, they explore ideas being floated by Prime Minister-in-waiting Andy Burnham to boost growth, the impact of tax speculation on business, and whether greater devolution can help unlock economic potential across the UK. They also discuss how political uncertainty is influencing investment decisions and what the next Prime Minister should do to rebuild business confidence.
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02/07/2026
Carbon reporting is no longer just an issue for large organisations.
Regulatory requirements, customer expectations and investor scrutiny are increasingly shaping businesses of every size. Join us for this practical webinar, The Carbon Reporting Landscape: A Briefing for Senior Leaders, where we'll explore:
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01/07/2026
Reaching the boardroom is only the beginning. Sustained success requires more than presence alone - it calls for clarity, adaptability and the confidence to lead through uncertainty. The best teams donโt just think differently, they decide differently. And they challenge each other more than they agree.
In this latest edition of Director magazine, we explore how boardroom leaders can operate at their best, and why making the case for change is so often central to progress ๐.
We also look at the pros and cons of AI at work, the growing challenge of AI-driven intellectual property infringement, and why three millennial businesswomen consider purpose to matter as much as profit. Plus, Liberal Democrat Deputy Leader and Treasury spokeswoman Daisy Cooper explains why she would abolish the department in a bid to boost growth ๐ผ.
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Director Magazine Summer 2026: View our summer issue in full Our Summer edition is here, featuring Rebecca Burn-Callander on the groupthink trap, Katie Jacobs on how to build a hive mind, Stefan Stern on bots in the boardroom, Julianne Ponan on intrinsic motivation, and Matt Packer on the march of the copycats.
Leadership is changing. Fast.
The Summer 2026 edition of Director magazine explores the biggest topics shaping business leadership, boardroom decision-making, artificial intelligence, corporate governance, innovation and high-performing teams. ๐
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Pride month ends today - and thatโs exactly why weโre posting this now.
Because Pride isnโt a month, and itโs not rainbow logos (as much as we love them). ๐
Itโs leadership, action and inclusion - from the boardroom to every part of the workforce.
At the Institute of Directors, Pride is year round. ๐
So join us in celebrating and amplifying the LGBTQ+ community for more than just June. ๐ณ๏ธโ๐
Yesterday was Insurance Awareness Day, an important reminder to review your policies and check whether your business has outgrown them. ๐ข
Hiscox's last Protection Gap Report found that as many as 74% of small businesses may be underinsured, and a knowledge gap suggests that a likely reason for this could be that some businesses may be choosing cover without fully understanding how it protects them or where their potential exposures might lie.
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25/06/2026
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23/06/2026
Ten years on from the Brexit referendum, one thing is clear: UK businesses have shown remarkable resilience in the face of unprecedented change.
From navigating new trading arrangements and regulatory frameworks to adapting supply chains and exploring new markets, directors have spent the last decade responding to a constantly evolving landscape.
In this analysis, Emma Rowland reflects on the lessons learned, the opportunities seized, and the challenges that remain for businesses trading in a post-Brexit environment. She also considers what policymakers can do next to support growth, competitiveness and international trade.
As the UK continues to redefine its place in the global economy, business leaders need clarity, stability and a long-term strategy that enables investment and innovation.
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