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, sustainability, and defence and resilience. We provide a wide range of research that helps shape the debate and influence policy for UK-based financial and related professional services.
Our response recognises the growing risk of adverse economic pressure, but argues that the government has not made a sufficiently robust case for broad new powers to restrict cross-border trade, investment, intellectual property or procurement.
Our 'Mind the protection gap' report, in collaboration with Marsh, highlights that rising climate risks are putting growing pressure on insurance markets, with consequences that could reach far beyond insurance and impact financial stability.
Our Mansion House submission sets out five priorities to strengthen the UK’s competitiveness as a global financial centre, with a focus on faster delivery, greater regulatory clarity and coordinated action. It calls on government to unlock investment, support innovation and connect capital more effectively with the UK’s long-term growth priorities.
Our latest 'Key facts about UK-based financial and related professional services' report highlights the important contribution the financial and related professional services industry makes to the UK economy.
We have responded to the UNFCCC’s climate finance work programme, setting out priorities to help deliver the New Collective Quantified Goal and scale finance for developing countries.
In preparation for the upcoming election on 7 May, we have developed a manifesto that showcases the industry's impact in Wales and outlines several recommendations for productive collaboration with elected officials
Our latest report, produced in partnership with Freshfields, outlines strategies to attract large-scale private investment into UK infrastructure. It proposes improving financial and regulatory frameworks and highlights the importance of exporting British expertise to global markets. The report urges joint efforts between government and industry to reinforce the UK's position in infrastructure and foster international growth.
The IRSG has responded to the FCA’s CP26/5 consultation, supporting the introduction of UK Sustainability Reporting Standards aligned with ISSB standards and a move away from the current TCFD-aligned rules.
The IRSG welcomes the FCA’s principles-based approach to regulating ESG ratings providers, emphasising proportionality, international coherence and clarity to foster transparency, competition and innovation. It also calls for ongoing dialogue and practical guidance to ensure consistent implementation and high-quality ESG ratings in a globally aligned market.
