Our work is focused on the priorities of our members and where our cross-sectoral remit can add the most value - international trade and investment; long-term competitiveness; UK regions and nations; industry trust and reputation and sustainability. We provide a wide range of research that helps shape the debate and influence policy for UK-based financial and related professional services.
The UK's forthcoming Industrial and Trade Strategies are integral to the government’s ‘Growth Mission,’ leveraging strengths in financial and related professional services to drive investment, productivity and exports. In our submissions to the government, we have stressed that industrial and trade strategies must work hand in hand to fully unlock their potential to enhance the UK’s long-term productivity and living standards.
This year we have delivered a number of strong outcomes across our strategic priorities on behalf of our members. Take a look at our highlights, key milestones and successes in 2024.
Our latest legal services report highlights the enormous benefit legal services provide to the UK. Strong revenue growth and high employment also underline the continued strength and reputation of the UK as a world leader for international legal services.
We have summarised the key points for the financial and related services industry from the Mansion House speeches. Focusing on investment, growth, and the importance of the industry in driving economic progress and addressing key challenges.
Our latest Sovereign Wealth Funds report reveals how their rapid growth in recent decades — particularly in emerging markets — and increasing focus on sustainable investments, has seen them become an undeniably crucial part of the wider fund management sector.
What does the Budget mean for the financial and related professional services industry? We have summarised the relevant announcements for our industry and how these fit with our overall engagement strategy.
Read our full Strategic Defence Review which emphasises the role of the financial and related professional services industry in supporting the defence-tech-finance ecosystem and contributing to national security and economic growth.
Our response to the Pensions Investment Review highlights the need for regulatory reforms to enhance pension investments in UK assets. Read the full response to find out the need for balanced, long-term investment strategies and the importance of maintaining fiduciary duties and market competitiveness.
What are the asks of the financial and related professional services industry ahead of the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget? Read our submission which outlines what our industry believes will help drive inclusive economic growth, especially when combined with a comprehensive spending review.
