Autumn Budget 2026 summary
We have summarised the relevant announcements for our industry and how these fit with our overall engagement strategy.
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.
The latest paper from the IRSG sets out recommendations for the UK G20 Presidency Finance Track focused on a small number of practical, deliverable priorities to drive growth
IRSG response to the FCA Consumer Duty consultation, calling for greater clarity, proportionality and certainty for wholesale market firms.
TheCityUK summarises a response to the Department for Work and Pensions’ proposed Value for Money Framework for workplace pensions. It welcomes the shift towards assessing long-term value beyond costs alone, while urging regulators to ensure the framework is proportionate, aligned with existing regimes and capable of supporting better saver outcomes, investment and UK competitiveness.
TheCityUK strengthened its role as the voice of UK-based financial and related professional services, driving policy engagement, research and international advocacy. In 2025-26 it expanded stakeholder reach, delivered strong member activity, and returned to profitability while maintaining financial resilience.
Our consultation response supports the introduction of a new First Time Buyer ISA and sets out how it should be designed to help more people save for a first home, while remaining simple for consumers and straightforward for providers to administer.
Our manifesto outlines practical and affordable ways for Greater Manchester’s next mayor to continue to foster economic growth and tap into the full potential of our industry.
This report sets out an industry-led agenda to strengthen UK–EU cooperation in financial and related professional services. Drawing on consultation with our members, it identifies practical steps to reduce friction, improve predictability and support shared European priorities
Our summary of the Chancellor's Mansion House speech welcomes the increased focus from the government and regulators on growth, however bolder ambition and faster, more decisive implementation is necessary to secure the UK’s competitiveness as a world-class international financial centre in the next decade and drive investment and growth.
Islamic finance one of the fastest growing segments of the global financial system. Our report highlights that although the UK has a strong track record in attracting Islamic investment, to ensure it maintains its competitive edge and status as a leading western hub in the sector, government and industry need to act with greater pace, coordination and ambition as competition from other markets intensifies.