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Sound governance of agencies comprising the financial system safety net strengthens the financial system's architecture and contributes directly to financial stability.  Operationally independent and accountable safety net organizations with clear mandates and which are insulated from undue political and industry influence provide greater integrity, credibility and legitimacy than entities lacking such independence. 

The deposit insurance system should have a governing body and the governing body should be held accountable to the authority from which the deposit insurance system receives its mandate.  The deposit insurance system should be structured such that the potential for undue political and industry influence and conflicts of interest respecting members of the governing body and management is minimized.