Following the Budget, the UK can’t afford complacency. From AI to pensions, here’s how the City of London can lead, writes Chris Hayward

Two years ago, the City of London Corporation set out an ambitious roadmap for the future of the UK’s financial and professional services sector: a vision to unlock £225bn of investment by 2030 and cement our position as the world’s leading financial centre.

When we launched our Vision for Economic Growth, we identified nine “big moves” to drive prosperity: from scaling transition finance and building high-integrity markets to embedding digital-first solutions and showcasing UK financial services globally. These weren’t abstract aspirations, they were practical steps to ensure the UK remains competitive, sustainable and inclusive in a fast-changing world. So, where are we now?

Firstly, we have strengthened our international reach at the City Corporation. As well as showcasing........

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