Session 2

Remuneration – A Case for Regulation?

In the aftermath of the global crisis, and particularly as a result of the two recommendations on remuneration issued by the European Commission earlier this year, regulation of remuneration has been the topic of much debate throughout this year.

Strong demands have been voiced for stricter regulation of remuneration, particularly within the financial sector, but also of directors’ of listed companies.

The purpose of this session was to question, not only how, but more fundamentally if and to what extent there is a case for regulation of remuneration in the first place, either through legislation or self-regulation. The session was moderated by John Plender of the Financial Times, who opened by reviewing the issues to be covered and then led a very lively discussion between the panel members. The panel reflected a broad scope of perspectives on the topic, from institutional investors, to the companies concerned and public and private regulators.