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.
Enabling growth, driving competitiveness: Annual report and accounts 2024-25
Our latest annual report sets out the activity undertaken and outcomes achieved over the previous year to champion and support the success of the UK-based financial and related professional services industry.
Our response to the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology’s (DSIT) call for evidence on ‘Smart Data opportunities in digital markets’
Our response supports the development of a Smart Data ecosystem in the UK, leveraging the Data (Use and Access) Act (DUA Act) to facilitate secure and transparent data sharing. The UK financial services industry is already a global leader in Smart Data initiatives, and DSIT should consider our industry’s experience with Open Banking as a blueprint for wider reform.
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.
A closer look at the enabling role of financial and related professional services
The latest blog of our Chief Economist and Director, Economic Research, Anjalika Bardalai, looks into how to quantify the impact the financial and related professional services industry has on the rest of the economy.
Strategic Investment Opportunities Unit: Unlocking investment in partnership with government
Our Managing Director, Public Affairs, Policy and Research, John Godfrey, takes a closer look at the newly announced Strategic Investment Opportunities Unit (SIOU) and its potential to unlock investment in partnership with government in his blog.
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
