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Chris Hayward

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In a stormy world, the UK can pitch itself as a safe harbour for investment

In a stormy world, the UK can pitch itself as a safe harbour for investment

(Photo by Carl Court/Getty Images) The stormy economic outlook overseas creates an opportunity for the UK to act as a safe harbour for investment,...

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The Spring Statement is an opportunity to secure the UK’s economic future

The Spring Statement is an opportunity to secure the UK’s economic future

The Chancellor should prioritise pension reform, enhanced use of digital verification and attracting FDI to kick start growth in the Spring Statement,...

18.03.2025 3

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If we want our economy to grow, our skyline must go up, up, up

What the City skyline is expected to look like in 2030 The City’s skyline is always changing, but if we want our economy to grow bigger, it must...

11.03.2025 6

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Britons, our businesses need YOU to take risks

Brits have become too cautious, and business is suffering because of it. It’s time for us all to embrace risk, writes the City of London...

17.02.2025 10

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Bold action and optimism! Let’s hope the Chancellor’s confidence is contagious

Rachel Reeves has made unlocking pension investment a key part of her economic agenda (Photo by Peter Cziborra – WPA Pool/Getty Images) Promises...

04.02.2025 4

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Chris Hayward

Davos 2025 is about growth, growth, growth. The UK must listen

Despite recent struggles, the UK still has all the ingredients for growth. Davos 2025 is an opportunity to remember that, writes City of London...

21.01.2025 4

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Chris Hayward

A new chapter for Smithfield meat market is something to celebrate

A new site for Smithfield and Billingsgate Market is not an abandonment of traders, it’s an opportunity to continue the historic market’s legacy,...

07.01.2025 6

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Chris Hayward

In a time of geopolitical uncertainty, the UK must do everything for growth

Just one in four bosses are confident in the government to deliver economic growth, a survey has found, in a sign firms are “losing faith” in...

02.12.2024 4

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Chris Hayward

The UK has the tools, talent and expertise to unlock growth

In a competitive global environment, Britain has everything it needs to succeed, but there are a few ways the government could help, says Chris...

18.11.2024 3

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Chris Hayward

COP29 will determine who pays for net zero

BERLIN, GERMANY – APRIL 25: The logo of the of the UNFCCC COP29 climate conference is seen at the Petersberg Climate Dialogue on April 25, 2024 in...

04.11.2024 6

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Chris Hayward

The City is ready to bet on Britain. Now let’s see some bold moves

The Investment Summit signalled a huge vote of confidence in the City – now let’s use that to act, writes City of London Corporation policy...

21.10.2024 3

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Chris Hayward

Scotland and the City are leading the way to net zero

GB Energy will be set up with offshore windfarms Scotland is a natural home for green finance and working together with the City, we can achieve...

07.10.2024 6

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Chris Hayward

Olympics is a chance to win business as well as medals

The Olympics is a bastion of patriotism and memories of a childhood well spent, despite growing up and coming to terms with the politicisation of...

29.07.2024 1

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