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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a comply" is not correct and not usable in written English.
It seems to be a misunderstanding or misformation of the verb "comply," which does not require an article like "a."
Example: "We expect all employees to comply with the new regulations."
Alternatives: "a compliance" or "to comply with".
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The code is not mandatory but operates on a "comply or explain" model, meaning that firms must give their reasons if they breach its guidelines.
The Green Paper suggests that new requirements may be enshrined in the Code, so only premium-listed companies would be required to adopt any amendments on a comply or explain basis.
The entire model of corporate governance in the UK, for example, is premised on a "comply or explain" model, meaning that corporations can choose to comply with corporate governance practices or explain why they have chosen not to do so.
In a recent article, I argue that, if the SEC decides to address ESG disclosure as part of its ongoing disclosure reforms, it should consider a "comply or explain" approach to ESG reporting.
It demands sustainability reporting on a "comply or explain" basis.
In South Africa listed companies are required to submit an integrated report on a comply or explain basis.
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While individual brief questions may have been validated, the composite tool has not yet been fully validated against a complied gold standard, although this work in underway.
(a)Duty to comply.
Mr Hussein had a choice: comply; or try to get away with not complying.
It requires that a program comply with the funding and accountability standards of each funder.
Langer concluded that the word "because" was a key differentiator in getting a stranger to comply with an explicit request.
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