5b20a255__2010___The_Board_of_Directors__Potential_impact
[Issue] Employment, including diversity and equal opportunities, business ethics, employee development, remuneration, communication and health and safety. [How it is managed] Human resources policies are set and implemented at operating company level. WPP’s chief talent officer assists the companies in attracting, developing and retaining our talent. [Potential impact] 
Failing to meet standards on diversity and gender would impact the perception of the group and quality of work.
WPP Annual Report 2010 - The Board of Directors