The Directors recognise the importance of sound corporate governance and take appropriate measures to ensure that the Company substantially complies with the UK Code on Corporate Governance (the “UK Code”). In accordance with Rule 26 of the AIM Rules for Companies, details of how APQ complies with the UK Code are provided below / by following this link. The information provided is reviewed and updated annually, and was last updated in November 2023.
The Company has adopted a share dealing code (as required by the AIM Rules) and the Company takes all proper and reasonable steps to ensure compliance by the Directors. Furthermore, the Company has adopted an anti-bribery policy and will adhere to the requirements of the Prevention of Corruption (Bailiwick of Guernsey) Law, 2003 and the UK Bribery Act 2010.
Audit committee
The audit committee is chaired by Wadhah Al-Adawi, the independent Director, with all the other Directors as members. The audit committee meets no less than twice a year and, if required, meetings can also be attended by the Auditors.
The audit committee is responsible for reviewing the half-year and annual financial statements before their submission to the Board. In addition, the audit committee is specifically charged under its terms of reference to advise the Board on the terms and scope of the appointment of the Auditors, including their remuneration, independence, objectivity and reviewing with the Auditors the results and effectiveness of the audit, and in ensuring that the Company’s annual report and financial statements are fair, balanced and understandable.
Risk committee
The Board has adopted and implemented a risk policy with regard to the Company’s business activities and formally considers this policy at least four times per year. The purpose of the risk committee is to seek to ensure that the Company takes a measured approach to its business activities, taking into account factors including, but not limited to, the risks associated with jurisdictions in which it operates or has interests (e.g. political and economic risks, currency risks and sector risks).
Updated: October 2021
