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 workers 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 Annual Conference 2026
Join us at our Annual Conference 2026, which will focus on how the UK's financial and professional services industry can maintain its competitiveness and drive growth within the UK economy.
This landmark report is based on one of the largest industry listening exercises in recent years, drawing on engagement with over 300 senior leaders across industry, government, regulators and academia. It highlights that increasing global competition, technological change and economic challenges mean urgent action is needed to preserve the UK's position and support future growth.
The Lagos International Financial Centre is an idea whose time has come
In her latest blog, Anna Rogers, our Director of International Development, explains why the Lagos International Financial Centre (LIFC) is a timely, practical platform to deepen markets, attract long-term capital, and strengthen Nigeria’s position as a gateway for finance, innovation and trade in West Africa.
Guest blog: Skills, not the disruptive technologies, will determine an organisation’s success in the next decade
In this guest blog, Mark Jackson, Head of Future Workforce at Nationwide Building Society, looks into how disruptive technologies like AI and automation are transforming financial services, but also how success depends more on workforce skills and organisational adaptation than technology alone.
Guest blog: Future-ready skills: What financial services needs to thrive through the AI disruption
Louise Scott-Worrall, UK Head of Learning Services at KPMG, takes a look at why many organisations are investing heavily in AI but still not seeing returns. She highlights how unrealistic productivity expectations can increase pressure and the risk of missed checks.
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
