The City of London is at the heart of the world’s financial
markets. It is a unique concentration of international expertise
and capital, with a supportive legal and regulatory system, an
advanced communications and information technology infrastructure
and an unrivalled concentration of professional services. It is set
in the midst of a vibrant and culturally diverse capital – one of
the most exciting cities on Earth.
Download and watch a short film about the City
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The Square Mile’s governing authority, the City of London
Corporation, is committed to serving the needs of international
business and maintaining the environment in which organisations and
companies from all over the world can play their part in financing
global trade and development.
Economic Research - accurate, timely and well-focused
analysis for policy-makers both inside and outside the
City of London to help them understand the performance trends and
needs of the London economy, and in particular the financial and
business services clusters based in and around the City.
Corporate Responsibility - the Square Mile is arguably the UK’s
most prestigious and dynamic area, yet it is surrounded by some of
the most deprived neighbourhoods in the country. The City of
London works closely with public, private and community sector
bodies to ensure that the City and the City fringe boroughs are an
inclusive and thriving places to be.
Promoting the City - promotional work supporting the City’s
international business community, helping to develop business
opportunities for it and establishing contacts with decision-makers
and people of influence worldwide.
Key City Contacts - a useful directory of links specifically
for the Business City.
Economic Development Action Plan 2008 /
2009 (440kb)
Economic Development brochure March
2008 (1281kb)
City Business Library - www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/cbl - providing
free access to business information and expert staff to help you
find it.
The City UK -
www.thecityuk.com -
find out why the UK is a leading centre for financial
services.
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email.
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