As well as ensuring we achieve our policy objectives through interaction and engagement with national, regional and local policy-makers and relevant stakeholders, we undertake our own in-house research and produce regular policy briefings and reports on topical issues.
LCCI research can cover any issue of relevance to London business and is characterised by its independence and solutions-focused approach.
This new report from London Chamber of Commerce and Industry analyses the economies of London’s different boroughs, showcasing the breadth of diversity in the capital. This summary report brings together the key figures in one document. A full version, with 32 individual borough profiles, will be published online shortly.
While businesses across the city are essential in maintaining high level of competitiveness, they face threats on numerous fronts. LCC champions the interests of its members and engages with national and municipal policy makers to address the key issues they face. From a policy perspective, our role is to mitigate the impacts of economic challenges and help create a policy and regulatory environment conductive for sustainable growth. In 2023 LCCI campaigned on a plethora of issues. Read our impact report to find out more.
The latest findings from our Quarterly Economic Survey point to a steady – if slightly underwhelming – first quarter for London firms, as domestic demand eased. Cashflow appears to have declined for the first time in a year, while cost pressures for companies remain elevated for many London businesses.
Savanta surveyed a total of 504 London business leaders between 6 February to 11 March 2024. All data were weighted to be representative of all London businesses by company size and broad industry sector.
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The challenges facing whoever will be the Mayor and members of the London Assembly following the May 2024 election will be immense for Londoners and London’s business community. Find out more on the LCCI's manifesto for the London Mayoral and London Assembly Elections 2024.
The latest Capital 500 survey shows that London businesses demonstrated once again their entrepreneurialism and creativity with a boost in business confidence. This shows how the capital’s business community are at the forefront of driving the national economy forward.
Savanta surveyed a total of 505 London business leaders between 19 October to 23 November 2023. All data were weighted to be representative of all London businesses by company size and broad industry sector.
Sponsored by: Haysmacintyre
LCCI and London Councils have published the London Business 1000 2023. This survey of over 1,000 London business leaders is an annual report, considering their views on a range of important issues. These include skills, apprenticeships, recruitment, devolution, business crime, and the path to net zero. The London Business 1000 2023 also shows the key asks of the next government from London businesses.
The All-Party Parliamentary Group on London as a Global City has found that despite London’s international success – such as being the most googled city anywhere in the world – there are growing problems which must be addressed to ensure that London not only retains its number one status but can grow and help with the levelling up of the country as a whole. This report considers four key themes and sets the framework for decision makers to consider now and in advance of the next Parliament.
The latest Capital 500 survey shows that, whilst there has been a slight easing, cost pressures remain high for businesses. The Bank of England’s decision to maintain rates at current levels following their September meeting will also be somewhat reassuring to companies.
Savanta surveyed a total of 519 London business leaders between 1 August to 1 September 2023. All data were weighted to be representative of all London businesses by company size and broad industry sector.
Sponsored by: Haysmacintyre
