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.
Autumn Budget 2025 summary
We have summarised the relevant announcements for our industry and how these fit with our overall engagement strategy.
From cash to confidence: Building an investing nation
Our 'From cash to confidence' report calls for decisive action to transform the UK from a nation of cautious cash savers into confident investors. It sets out key recommendations to enhance the policymaking environment to enable more individuals to invest over the coming decade.
COP30: No breakthrough, but ambition turns to implementation a decade on from Paris
Jessica Skedd, our Senior Policy Manager, Sustainability, reflects on key themes emerging from COP30 Brazil.
TheCityUK responds to the Autumn Budget 2025
Our Chief Executive Officer, Miles Celic OBE, responds to the Chancellor’s Autumn Budget 2025.
Call on UK government to set out longer-term vision on how to build a nation of investors
The report calls on the UK government to set a long-term strategy to transform the country from cautious savers into confident investors, highlighting that nearly 15 million people are missing out on opportunities by holding surplus wealth in cash.
The UK’s £10trn asset management sector bolsters global position with strong growth
The report looks at the current landscape and international position of the UK’s asset management sector, providing a data-driven assessment of its performance, structure and evolving client base both in the UK and worldwide.
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
