We are the industry-led body representing UK-based financial and related professional services. We champion and support the success of the ecosystem, and thereby our members, promoting policies in the UK and internationally that drive competitiveness, support job creation and enable long-term economic growth. The industry contributes 12% of the UK’s total economic output and employs over 2.4 million people – with two thirds of these jobs outside London across the country’s regions and nations. It pays more corporation tax than any other sector and is the largest net exporting industry. The industry plays an important role in enabling the transition to net zero and driving economic growth across the wider economy through its provision of capital, investment, professional advice and insurance. It also makes a real difference to people in their daily lives, helping them save for the future, buy a home, invest in a business and manage risk.
More about usOur work is focused on the priorities of our members and where our cross-sectoral remit can add the most value. These are - international trade and investment; long-term competitiveness; UK regions and nations; industry trust and reputation and sustainability.
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Our response highlighted the importance of maintaining and enhancing the competitiveness of the UK’s Stewardship Code, while ensuring high standards of corporate governance and responsible investment are upheld.
Explore moreOur response outlines why the industry's opposition to the FCA's new public interest test is crucial for regulatory certainty and competitiveness in the UK. We provide alternative solutions that meet the FCA's enforcement, while avoiding these unintended but harmful consequences.
Explore moreThis senior member policymaker roundtable will discuss how the government’s proposed move to a broader Growth and Skills Levy can be achieved and what this might mean for business.
Explore moreThis senior member virtual DE&I roundtable will discuss practical approaches to advancing women's leadership and promoting diversity across the industry at a time when such initiatives are being challenged and the need to work together to champion inclusive workplaces is ever more important.
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