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Corporate Governance

The Board is committed to applying high standards of corporate governance and evolving them as the business grows. In accordance with the AIM rules, the Company has adopted the Quoted Companies Alliance Code (the QCA Code) to provide a framework against which to do this, it being the most appropriate recognised governance code for the size and structure of the Group.

A review of the Malvern’s performance and financial position is included in the Annual Report and company updated and announcements are provided in the Regulatory news section.

Risk management

The Directors acknowledge their responsibilities for the Group’s system of risk management. Audit and Risk Management supports the Board in identifying, assessing, and monitoring key business risks. The Company maintains a risk register, which serves as a centralised repository documenting all identified risks and the strategies and controls for mitigation. The register allows for ongoing monitoring and review of risks, ensuring proactive measures are in place to mitigate their impact. Further information on risk management, collective and individual responsibility for the identification and internal controls, and day-to-day supervision of identified risks is detailed in Risk management section the Annual Report.

Board committees

The Board has two standing sub-committees to which it delegates specific responsibilities.

Nomination and Remuneration CommitteeAudit and Risk Management Committee

The Nomination and Remuneration Committee comprises Mark Elliott and Alan Carroll as Chairman and Mark Elliott, and meets at least two times a year. Its primary objectives are to ensure that remuneration arrangements are aligned with the strategy and culture of the Company and its subsidiaries. The Committee also ensures that there is a robust process for the appointment of new Board Directors and senior management positions.

Terms of reference

Audit and Risk Management Committee
The Audit and Risk Committee comprises Mark Elliott as Chairman and Alan Carroll, and meets at least three times a year. Its primary objectives are to assist the Board in discharging its statutory duties and responsibilities relating to the accounting and financial reporting practices of the Group. Additionally, it aims to help the Board in its responsibilities to identify, assess, and monitor key business risks.

Terms of reference