The NewRiver REIT plc Board’s role is to promote the long-term sustainable success of the Company, generating value for shareholders and contributing to wider society.

The Board is committed to the highest standards of corporate governance and intends that the Company should comply with all requirements of the UK Corporate Governance Code in a manner that is applicable to a company of its size.

The Board overseas the Group’s active approach to asset management and the strategy of developing and recycling convenience-led, community focused retail assets throughout the UK and this in turn contributes to the community and wider society.

The Board has overall authority for the management and conduct of the Group’s business, strategy and development and is responsible for ensuring that this aligns with the Group’s culture. The Board, supported by the Company Secretary, ensures the maintenance of a system of internal controls and risk management (including financial, operational and compliance controls) and reviews the overall effectiveness of the systems in place.

The Board has delegated certain authorities to Board committees as set out below: