Proxy Report - 18/04/2018
It is proposed to elect a new member to the Board, Ms Lazaznick. She is considered independent and would therefore increase both the independence rate and gender diversity rates of the Board. Hence, we support this election (Item 5.1).
It is also proposed to re-elect all board members. Only 3 board members (including Ms Zalaznick) are considered independent (i.e 23.1% of independence rate). Hence, we do not support most of the re-elections proposed.
We note our renewed concern with the absence of a vote on remuneration. While not required in Luxembourg, it is now European best practice. We raise these concerns of this lack of governance oversight in Resolution 4.1 requesting the approval of the discharge of the board.
RTL Group is a holding company. Co. through its subsidiaries is engaged in the operation of television and radio broadcasting services, television content production and distribution. Co. has interests in 40 television channels and 33 radio stations in 11 countries. Co. is involved in television content production, such as talent and game shows, drama and daily soap operas, through its subsidiary, FremantleMedia. Co. also provides services in the digital entertainment environment, including online games, community and dating services, as well as user-generated content exchange platforms.
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