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We are pleased to support the upcoming IFN UK Forum 2024 which will be taking place at Mansion House on 2 September 2024. The event is a great opportunity to join the discussion on Islamic capital markets, regulatory frameworks and green Sukuk opportunities. Limited seats are available on a first-come-first-served basis. More information on the programme and registration is available here: https://lnkd.in/g5EXpBFj #IFNUKForum #London #IslamicFinance REDmoney

We’re actively engaging with HM Treasury ahead of the Chancellor’s first Mansion House speech on five policy areas crucial to drive inclusive growth across every part of the UK.  📖 Read our recommendations here: https://lnkd.in/eJPyxnfv #TheCityUK

We are delighted to announce the new cohort of our Next Generation Leadership Council (NGLC): - Abdul Qureshi, Barclays UK - Adam Hunter, Clifford Chance - Agnes Decourcelle, Societe Generale - Alanna Hasek, DLA Piper - Alex Guerin, Marsh - Amit Thaker, EY - Cassandra Vukorep, Lloyd's - Caitlin McErlane, Baker McKenzie - Charlotte M., BNY - Diana Ionescu Miron, Santander - Elias Allahyari, A&O Shearman - Humd Munawar, Moody's - Neha Khosla, Norton Rose Fulbright - Nicholas Gebbett, Deutsche Bank - Minesh Tanna, Simmons & Simmons - Sally Wokes, Slaughter and May - Yasmin Y., State Street Our NGLC is made up of the industry’s future leaders who provide fresh perspectives, ideas and constructive challenge to the work we do on behalf of the industry. We look forward to working with them. More details here: https://lnkd.in/eKE8Ryb6

Following the King's Speech earlier this week, we have summarised the planned bills impacting our industry. We will continue to work with the government to understand the implications of these bills and their detail. Get in touch to find out more! 📖 Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e4nit74x #TheCityUK

We had a fantastic webinar yesterday with General Sir Richard Barrons, KCB, CBE, former Commander of Joint Forces Command and Co-Chairman of Universal Defence and Security Solutions Ltd and TheCityUK Board member Omar Ali, Global Financial Services Leader & EMEIA Financial Services Regional Managing Partner at EY. They discussed how the growing links between defence, security, and trade impact our industry, with insights from the NATO Summit. 🎥 Watch the full webinar here: https://lnkd.in/eqZPfp3R #TheCityUK

Responding to the King’s Speech today, our CEO, Miles Celic, comments: "It’s positive to hear the government’s commitment to forging a new partnership with business to spur economic growth. As ever, the proof will be in its delivery - there is no time to waste to get our economy growing again. "Their intentions to further empower local leaders, tackle long-standing barriers to investment and growth in areas such as pensions, planning, and corporate governance and skills are also welcome. We look forward to strengthening our engagement with government and the regulators to refine and implement these reforms, ensuring their meaningful impact for business and people right across the UK.” Full statement is available here: https://lnkd.in/eSet6hat #TheCityUK

We had a fantastic Anglo-Italian Financial Services Dialogue in London this week, where we delved into a variety of topics, from the UK-Italian economic relationship to the transformative impact of innovation and AI on our industry.   Thank you to the Italian Ambassador for graciously hosting the pre-dialogue dinner at his residence, and to Lord Willetts for enriching our discussions with his insights. We also thank our co-chairs, Massimo Tosato and Anna Gervasoni, along with all our guest speakers, whose expertise and leadership made the dialogue both engaging and insightful. Miles Celic | Nicola Watkinson (she/her) | Scott Devine | Ceri Martin | Nick Collier |  FeBAF (Federazione Banche Assicurazioni e Finanza #TheCityUK

We were delighted to host a fantastic roundtable this week with H.E. Vikram Doraiswami, High Commissioner of India to the United Kingdom, to discuss a wide range of topics, including finance and insurance, fintech, developments in GIFT City , international commercial arbitration, the UK-India Free Trade Agreement, as well as ways to further enhance the bilateral financial partnership between India and the UK. We are also thankful to Minister Nidhi Mani Tripathi, former chief negotiator for the UK-India FTA, for her participation in the event and her insightful remarks.   Our CEO, Miles Celic, also attended the roundtable, showcasing the industry’s commitment to deepening UK-India collaboration in the financial industry.   Thank you M&G plc for hosting and Katharine Braddick for chairing. High Commission of India in London | Miles Celic | Nicola Watkinson (she/her) | John Cooke | Zhouchen Mao, PhD | Qiuyu Chen | Katharine Braddick | Benoît Macé | Edward Braham #TheCityUK

Our CEO Miles Celic comments on the appointment of Emma Reynolds MP as Pensions Minister: "Congratulations to Emma Reynolds MP on her appointment as Pensions Minister across the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and HM Treasury. As a former colleague, we know that she will make a significant impact in her new role. We look forward to engaging with her and her team to support a review of pensions and their reform.” #TheCityUK

In response to the Financial Conduct Authority's new listing rules announced today, our CEO Miles Celic said: “The FCA’s listing rules reforms are a positive step forward. A more accessible and effective listing regime will enhance the UK’s status as a competitive listing destination and spur investment in economic growth. “As ever, ensuring these reforms are effectively implemented, monitored, and measured will be key. Industry looks forward to continuing its close cooperation with the FCA and government on these reforms to ensure that the UK remains the market of choice for listings, investments and business growth.”   The full statement is also available on our website: https://lnkd.in/gpT_-7Mr #TheCityUK