The group is urging shareholders to demand greater transparency on fossil fuel-related risks, before approving the merger.
Former creative partner at the agency Polina Zabrodskaya alleges 'harassment and discrimination' after raising concerns about campaigns.
The network includes 15,000 people across 90 countries.
The change to the global guidelines will apply across WPP's operations.
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