Our work

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.

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Summary and assessment of the Mansion House speeches

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, the speeches also emphasised the need for regulatory reforms, international trade and collaboration with the EU to enhance the UK's competitiveness and economic resilience.

Budget Summary

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.

TheCityUK response to the Strategic Defence Review 2024-25

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.

TheCityUK response to the Pensions Investment Review: Call for Evidence

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.

TheCityUK Autumn Budget 2024 Submission

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.

The King’s Speech 2024

Following His Majesty the King’s first King’s Speech of the new Parliament, we have put together a summary of the planned bills that we expect to impact our industry.

Financing Britain’s future: TheCityUK’s strategy for the government

We are calling on the government to prioritise strong collaboration with financial and related professional services to ensure the industry can make an even greater contribution to driving growth – underpinned by policy certainty, stability and predictability.

TheCityUK response to HMT UK ISA consultation

We welcome government proposals aimed at increasing the flow of UK savings into public markets, which include both listed and quoted companies. A UK ISA could play a role in achieving this objective.