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 and sustainability. We provide a wide range of research that helps shape the debate and influence policy for UK-based financial and related professional services.
Our new progress update highlights what has been delivered to date since the launch of our landmark report in partnership with Hogan Lovells earlier this year and sets out 10 urgent priorities required to maintain momentum.
Our 'UK legal services 2025' report underlines the importance of the sector across the whole of the UK and also on the global stage. It emphasises how the international reputation of English law and the commercial expertise of UK legal professionals has helped the UK maintain its status as a world-class international financial centre.
We have summarised the relevant announcements for our industry and how these fit with our overall engagement strategy.
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.
We support the FCA’s efforts to establish a proportionate, risk-based and consistent regulatory regime for cryptoasset firms through appropriate application of the FCA Handbook provisions.
Our Asset management report offers expert insights on how the UK asset management sector has overcome global disruption and reinforced its position as Europe’s leading hub. Key data reveals a 10% rebound in assets under management and the sector’s growing international influence.
This report reveals that regulatory compliance costs continue to rise for financial services firms, now representing over 13% of operating expenses. It offers practical recommendations to streamline compliance through technology and collaboration.
We continue to urge government to consider more extensive reforms to the UK's investment screening regime, sending a stronger and more coherent signal that the UK is seeking to streamline processes and reduce regulatory hurdles to investment.
The BAFA paper highlights the importance of continued U.S.–UK collaboration in promoting regulatory coherence and enhancing balanced market access.
