TheCityUK is the industry-led body representing UK-based financial and related professional services, an industry that contributes over 12% of the UK’s total economic output, is the largest tax payer and employs 1 in 13 people across the country – two thirds of whom are based outside London.
More about usOur work is focused on the priorities of our members and also where our cross-sectoral remit can add the most value.
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9 in 10 members say we are effective at advancing their interests
TheCityUK National Conference 2025
Join policymakers, regulators and senior industry leaders from across the UK’s regions and nations to discuss the industry’s role in driving growth across the UK.
Our submission to the Autumn Budget 2025
Read our submission to the government ahead of the 2025 Autumn Budget. In it we highlight policy areas where the Budget could deliver positive change for our industry and the wider economy.
Global Regulatory Coherence Dashboard
The IRSG’s 'Global Regulatory Coherence Dashboard' report highlights key areas where the UK can lead in promoting global alignment, such as sustainable finance and operational resilience, while addressing growing fragmentation in emerging areas like digital assets, AI, and data flows.
New Regulatory Dashboard highlights increasing global regulatory fragmentation and emerging challenges for UK financial and related professional services
The IRSG has published a new Global Regulatory Coherence Dashboard to map the extent of global alignment or divergence in financial regulations across key policy areas affecting UK-based financial and related professional services.
Engaging at party conferences: Driving forward our members’ priorities
Matt Kelcher, our Director, Public Affairs, summarises our activity across this year’s party conferences, highlighting how we deepened relationships with policymakers and reinforced key connections.
Guest blog: Guernsey - the catalyst fuelling Britain’s economic future
In this guest blog, Rupert Pleasant, Chief Executive of Guernsey Finance, highlights how Guernsey serves as a vital gateway for global investment into the UK, driving growth in key areas like green energy, infrastructure, and innovation thanks to its strong regulatory environment and diverse international investors.
Foreign investment: a closer look at global trends
Anjalika Bardalai, our Chief Economist and Director, Economic Research, looks at how global foreign direct investment (FDI) continues to be dominated by advanced economies, with financial services in the UK attracting a significant share. However, emerging markets are steadily increasing their role as both sources and recipients of FDI, reflecting a gradual shift in global investment patterns.
Our work is focused on our members’ priorities where our unique cross-sectoral remit can deliver most impact.
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90% of our members say we are effective at building and maintaining relationships with policymakers and officials.
"TheCityUK is knowledgeable and effective - the premier body promoting the financial services sector across the UK." Business editor
9 in 10 members say our objectives align with their interests and priorities.
"TheCityUK brings the industry and wider ecosystem together {and is} clearly well regarded by politicians and other policymakers." TheCityUK member
