London and New York are partners for prosperity April 22, 2024 Together, London and New York can use financial and professional services to drive prosperity on both sides of the Atlantic, says Chris Hayward London and New York are the twin pillars on which the global financial system rests. The United States is our single largest trading partner, worth over £315 billion annually. Of that, over [...]
Coffee shops and skyscrapers: The success of the Square Mile should concern us all April 8, 2024 The Square Mile fosters an unbreakable bond between people and place - as well as acting as the engine of the UK's national economy, writes Chris Hayward
The road to Downing Street runs through the City of London March 25, 2024 Both parties are wooing the City – and Rachel Reeves’ Mais Lecture was no exception – because it is business that is best placed to help deliver economic growth, says Chris Hayward Last week shadow chancellor, Rachel Reeves, laid out a blueprint for the future of Britain’s economy in her Mais Lecture. This provided a [...]
Fraud isn’t a victimless crime and we mustn’t treat it as though it is March 11, 2024 Fraud might not hit the headlines often, but that doesn't mean it's not a pressing issue, writes Chris Hayward.
Politicians promising growth must not forget about financial services February 26, 2024 In a recession, the UK should remember its greatest strength: financial services, argues Chris Hayward
The Spring Budget is the perfect opportunity to kill the tourist tax February 12, 2024 Reinstating tax-free shopping will be a shot in the arm for UK tourism - and is long overdue, writes Chris Hayward.
London is a top global financial centre – but let’s not get complacent January 29, 2024 London may currently hold the top position in global finance hub ratings, but solid policy and reforms are urgently required, writes Chris Hayward
Davos 2024: City of London ready to lead the way on AI January 15, 2024 Harnessing the power of AI is top of the list at Davos and the City of London is ready to set an example, writes Chris Hayward.
US-UK special relationship? It’s London and New York firms keeping it alive December 11, 2023 London and New York are twin pillars of the global financial system, we gain everything from helping each other, writes Chris Hayward.
If we keep building new offices from the ground up, we will miss our climate goals November 27, 2023 Due to the emissions caused by new builds, the City Corporation is now moving towards a “retrofit first” approach, where reuse and refurbishment of existing buildings, structure and materials must be given serious consideration.
