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The City of London Corporation works to promote and strengthen the UK's offer for financial and professional services.

The City of London works with partners in industry, and local and national governments across the UK, and in global markets to:

  • promote global recognition of the UK's world-leading financial and professional services offer.
  • accelerate sustainable growth through financial and professional services innovation and tech.
  • boost the competitiveness of the UK's world-class business environment.
  • maximise market access for UK-based FPS firms.

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The UK | a top destination for financial and professional services investment

The UK continues to be Europe's most popular destination for foreign direct investment in financial and professional services

The UK | a top destination for financial and professional services investment

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London RMB Business annual Report

The London RMB Business annual Report serves to contribute to the understanding of the London offshore RMB market.

London RMB Business annual Report

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What are the practical steps I need to consider to set up a UK business?

This article details eight practical steps to consider when setting up a UK business.

What are the practical steps I need to consider to set up a UK business?

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How long will the authorisation process in the UK take?

This articles provides an example of an application to the FCA for authorisation.

How long will the authorisation process in the UK take?

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Positioning the UK as a Global Leader in RegTech:
Launch of the RegTech Strategy Group

Janine Hirt and Chris Hayward on why now is the right moment to boost the UK’s regulatory technology (RegTech) credentials and support this fast growing sector.

Positioning the UK as a Global Leader in RegTech:
Launch of the RegTech Strategy Group

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How to obtain authorisation in the UK?

This article provides an overview of which regulator you need to apply to and how you can obtain authorisation from the Financial Conduct Authority or Prudential Regulation Authority, if you need to.

How to obtain authorisation in the UK?

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Do I need to obtain authorisation from a UK regulator?

The four-part test to consider whether you need to obtain authorisation (i.e. a licence) from one of the U K regulators.

Do I need to obtain authorisation from a UK regulator?

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The City of London Corporation's work in support of financial and professional services: annual review 2024/2025

Explore the progress we’ve made in championing the UK’s financial and professional services industry in 2024/2025.

The City of London Corporation's work in support of financial and professional services: annual review 2024/2025

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City statistics briefing

The City Statistics briefing looks at the City of London's role as a global business hub for financial and related professional services.

City statistics briefing

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The role of the UK in carbon markets: a path to global leadership

Identifying opportunities for the UK to strengthen its leadership in scaling and supporting well-functioning global carbon markets.

The role of the UK in carbon markets: a path to global leadership