Risky business: do bank independent directors make any difference?
The presence of independent directors on bank boards has not curtailed risk-taking at the majority of the world’s largest banks since the global financial crisis, research has shown.
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Stay on and help shape Leeds' future, students are urged
The University is taking part in an initiative aimed at encouraging students to stay on in Leeds after graduation, to help shape its future.
Forging the future of the UK’s steel industry
A blueprint for the future of the UK’s steel industry is set out in a new report by a cross-party group of MPs and Leeds University Business School.
New study estimates frequency of volcanic eruptions
Holidaymakers concerned about fresh volcanic eruptions causing flight-disrupting ash clouds might be reassured by a study setting out the first reliable estimates of their frequency.
Whistle while you work - women in Disney animations
From Snow White washing the dishes to a bunny rabbit police officer in Zootopia, Disney’s animated films have portrayed many memorable female characters in the workplace during the past 80 years.
Water solution programme to benefit Yorkshire economy by £50 million
A new £6 million project led by the University of Leeds is predicted to bring a £50 million benefit to the Yorkshire economy by reducing the costs and impact of water-related threats to the region.
Professional bodies playing a role in banking
New research has concluded that the potential exists for professional bodies to play a greater role in raising levels of competence and promoting ethical behaviour in the banking sector.
Can alternative finance help build a better economy?
A new report into the UK’s burgeoning alternative finance industry is calling on the Government to underwrite consumers’ investments in the sector in a bid to encourage wider participation.
The future of financial services in Europe
Europe faces a decade of low growth, rising inequality in income and wealth, and decline or stagnation in workers’ wages, according to new research findings.
The benefits of worker co-operatives
New research has identified the benefits of taking things into your own hands and starting a worker co-operative.