Insights from LCCI’s Roundtable with Property and Construction Industry Leaders and Policymakers
Tuesday 22 July 2025
What does it take to deliver the UK’s infrastructure ambitions in London?
That’s the question we explored with industry leaders, policymakers and practitioners at LCCI’s roundtable discussion hosted by Menzies LLP.
With the government’s new strategies setting a broad agenda, the session focused on how these interventions translate into tangible outcomes for property and construction businesses operating in the capital — and what barriers still stand in the way.
Among the key points raised:
- Large-scale infrastructure projects can outlive political cycles, but only if planned with long-term delivery and community buy-in.
- London’s planning environment remains fragmented, with inconsistent approaches across boroughs often resulting in delays, risks, and misalignment.
- Skills shortages are compounded by bottlenecks in training provision, particularly in specialist roles.
- The City of London is leading the way on commercial retrofit, yet heritage and compliance constraints continue to challenge delivery.
- Retrofit is no longer optional — but viable delivery remains complex. Upfront costs, unclear regulations, and split incentives continue to slow down business investment.
LCCI is a strong advocate for London’s built environment to be supported by coherent, long-term thinking — grounded in economic realism and commercial insight. We’re here to convene business voices, inform policy, and provide a practical bridge between ambition and delivery.
This session is part of our broader work to bring together property, construction, and professional services members to shape the conversation around future growth. If your organisation would benefit from being part of this dialogue, we’d be glad to continue the conversation. Get in contact or find out more about our Connected, Liveable London Programme.