As London's prime business advocacy organisation, we seek to promote and enhance the interest of our members. We regularly respond to consultations and calls for evidence by national and local government and government agencies.
Our response highlights areas where greater clarity or practical guidance would support proportionate and workable implementation for businesses of all sizes while upholding strong safeguards for workers during recognition processes.
LCCI recognises the importance of fair and transparent employment protections. At the same time, regulation must remain proportionate so that businesses can respond to economic pressures, fluctuating demand, and operational needs. . Protecting employees from significant detriment must be balanced with the need to maintain employers’ ability to adjust expense policies, benefit structures, and shift patterns in response to operational realities.
In response to the Government's Call for Evidence on Tax Support for Entrepreneurs, the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) has submitted our response.
Ahead of the Spring Statement, the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) is urging the Chancellor to prioritise stability, competitiveness and growth.
This submission sets out LCCI's call for greater stability, predictability and simplicity in the administration of the business rates system. LCCI welcomes the opportunity to respond to the Government’s call for evidence on business rates and investment, as our members rely on us to advocate on their behalf in the most important policy forums that shape the operating environment for London’s businesses.
This submission sets out LCCI’s response to consultation on the proposed Visitor Levy in England. LCCI welcomes the opportunity to contribute to this consultation and recognises the importance of clarity and consistency in any potential Visitor Levy framework. London’s visitor economy already operates in a high-cost environment, characterised by elevated business rates, labour pressures, regulatory complexity, and comparatively high VAT on hospitality services.
This submission sets out LCCI’s long-standing position on Heathrow expansion as enabling infrastructure that supports London’s outward-facing economy and the UK’s international connectivity. Drawing on the experience and priorities of London’s business community, it highlights the importance of timely delivery, regulatory certainty and investor confidence to realise the economic benefits of expansion.
The Draft Budget for 2026–27 presents an opportunity to reinforce London’s position as a globally competitive, dynamic and inclusive city. LCCI supports the Mayor’s focus on growth, skills, transport and regeneration, and encourages a final budget that provides confidence and a strong partnership with business.
