The member should act honestly, in good faith and in the best interests of the company as a whole.
The member should recognise that the primary responsibility is to the company as a whole but may, where appropriate, have regard for the interest of other stakeholders of the company.
The member has an obligation to be independent in judgement and actions and to take all reasonable steps to be satisfied as to the soundness of all decisions taken by the board of directors.
The member should not engage in conduct likely to bring discredit upon the company.
The member has a duty to use care and diligence in fulfilling the functions of office and exercising the powers attached to that office.
The member should properly manage any conflict with the interests of the company.
Confidential information received by the member in the course of the exercise of directorial duties remains the property of the company from which it was obtained and it is improper to disclose it, or allow it to be disclosed, unless that disclosure has been authorised by that company, or the person from whom the information is provided, or is required by law.
The member has an obligation to comply with relevant corporate governance laws and regulations and with this Code.