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The City of London Chamber

The City of London is the world’s largest financial service and is home to major banks and other financial and professional institutions as well as 24,000 SMEs. It is a key part of London’s Central Business District and the UK’s economy, generating nearly £70bn in economic output annually. 

Businesses operating in the Square Mile must have access to targeted support to grow and prosper. LCCI has launched the City of London Chamber, a business group within LCCI, to convene, support, and champion businesses within the Square Mile.

The City of London Chamber is open to LCCI Members and the Community Network.

Our Mission

The City of London Chamber is committed to understanding the key issues impacting businesses in the Square Mile and campaigning for action. The Chamber campaigns on issues including business rates, improving the footfall in the City after the pandemic, labour and skills shortages, transport and logistics, inclusivity, business crime, and the City’s future competitiveness. 

About the City of London Chamber

Become Part of The City of London Chamber

The City of London Chamber champions all voices in the City and provides a forum for businesses to work towards a shared ambition to maintain the City’s standing as the best in the world in which to start and run a business. Becoming part of the City of London Chamber will also give you membership to London Chamber of Commerce and Industry. You will have full access to the profile raising and support services available to all LCCI Members.

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Networking Events and Policy Briefings

Our networking events and policy briefings open opportunities for new and existing businesses situated in the City to connect and collaborate. Building strong relationships with closely situated businesses helps SMEs' to find new customers, partners and growth. Our events and information sharing sessions enable these connections to happen. 

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Join the City of London Chamber

To join you must be an LCCI Member or part of the free London Chamber Community Network and operate in the Square Mile.

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Our Campaigning Areas

Net Zero

The Chamber is committed to helping the City reach net zero by 2040 by supporting businesses with the transition. We support the world's leading Green Finance sector and help businesses access it whilst signposting the resources available to them.

Fintech

Supporting the Fintech community in the Square Mile is a key policy focus for the Chamber. We meet with key representative organisations to support the development of a thriving sector and their relationships with other Fintech centres around the world from Ukraine to India.

Police & Cybersecurity

It is key for businesses that their staff and assets are safe in the City. The Chamber actively engages with the City of London police and represents the issues facing our members. We work with members and experts to minimise the risk of posed by cybersecurity.

Transport

One of the City's biggest strengths is its transport system which allows for up to 200,000 people to commute daily in addition to vast volumes of goods. The Chamber seeks to ensure this system keeps pace with the demands of modern life and continues to brilliantly serve the people of London.

Business Rates

A consensus has long been reached about the failings of the business rates system and the effect it has on businesses in the Square Mile. The Chamber is actively exploring reforms and alternatives to this system to further harness the power of the City of London.

International Trade

One of the great strengths of the City is its strong trading relationship with countries all around the world. We identify and support areas that can strengthen these relationships to further solidify London as a leading global business hub.

Meet the City of London Chamber Committee

About the Committee

The City of London Chamber Committee, founded by Alderman Prem Goyal OBE, consists of LCCI Members from a variety of sectors and sizes based in the City. The purpose of the Committee is to champion the voices of business in the Square Mile, representing their interests in the forums of policy debate and helping to address local business issues.

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Testimonial

We are delighted to be City of London Chamber members. I look forward to working alongside fellow local businesses to tackle issues facing businesses like ours in the City ”

Amy Green from Specialist Risk Group | Member of the City of London Chamber

multifi Win City of London Chamber Award

multifi is crowned Gold Winner for City of London Small Business Research + Enterprise Centre City of London Chamber Award at the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry SME London Business Awards

City of London Chamber Event Highlights

Anniversary Reception

February 2024

Amidst the surroundings of Guildhall Art Gallery, the City of London Chamber celebrated its first anniversary. The prestigious event featured esteemed speakers, including the Economic Secretary to the Treasury and City Minister, Bim Afolami MP, the Lord Mayor of London, Michael Mainelli, Policy Chairman of the City of London Corporation Chris Hayward.

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The City of London Police's Approach to Cybersecurity

25 January 2023

The City of London Chamber gathered industry experts, government officials, and business leaders to discuss the evolving landscape of cyber threats and the proactive measures taken by the City of London Police to prevent and combat cybercrime.

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Shaping Tomorrow's Square Mile

14 November 2023

During the City of London Chamber Property and Construction event, guest Speaker Shravan Joshi MBE highlighted the importance of creating a sustainable and thriving environment for businesses for the City in a post-pandemic world.

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Sir Alok Sharma called for action against climate

14 September 2023

This event saw passionate speeches on Net Zero being delivered by Sir Alok Sharma, President for COP26, and Policy Chairman Chris Hayward to a captivated audience.

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Public Procurement: Meet the Buyer

Thursday 21 September 2023

The City of London Chamber, the City of London Corporation and Small Business Research and Enterprise Centre recently hosted a Public Procurement: Meet the Buyer event. The aim of this event was to inform SMEs on how government procurement works and to establish meaningful connections with influential buyers.

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The City of London Chamber Inaugural Reception at Guildhall

LCCI Updates from the City

Forging Stronger Bonds: London and Edinburgh Unite for Cultural and Financial Collaboration

A new partnership between the City of London Chamber and the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce, has been established, aiming to enhance collaboration to drive economic growth and foster cultural exchange between the two cities. 

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Bank of England urged to think again on SME lending

Financing SMEs is critical for the economy to function. Without liquidity the economy would begin to stutter and stall. Despite this, the Bank of England has been considering rules which would hold back normal bank lending to small and medium size businesses.

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Representing the interests of SMEs at the Party Conferences

The recent party conferences held in October 2023 showcased a dynamic interplay of ideas and concerns, with Chair of the City of London Chamber Alderman Prem Goyal OBE actively participating in these influential gatherings. 

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LCCI's Ukraine-themed float at the Lord Mayor’s Show

LCCI proudly presented a Ukraine-themed float at the Lord Mayor's Show on Saturday 11 November 2023. Collaborating with Ukrainian agencies Big City Lab and Bickerstaff, the float's design is a powerful statement of the established relationship between London and Kyiv.

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London's Arts, Business, and Events Sectors Need Urgent Support

In a compelling move to preserve London's status as a global cultural and business powerhouse, the APPG for London as a Global City launched its report in November 2023, urging decisive action to bolster the capital’s arts, business, and consumer events sectors.

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Net Zero Support

One of the key barriers for businesses to transition to Net Zero is funding. We are committed to breaking down these barriers to capital. This article contains details on the various private and public schemes that can support your business. 

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Liverpool Street Redevelopment

“Businesses in the City of London rely on the key rail terminuses in the capital. Liverpool Street station is the main terminus for passengers to arrive from London Stansted by rail,” Alderman Prem Goyal, Chair of City of London Chamber said.

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City of London Chamber Launch

Press Release | January 2023

The City of London Chamber was officially launched at the Guildhall on Wednesday 18 January 2023 in the presence of senior business leaders drawn from across the City.

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Photo Highlights

Article | January 2023

Over 150 guests from across the City attended the launch of the City of London Chamber. Click the link the below to see the photos from the evening.

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‘City Chamber launched to help Square Mile firms navigate challenges’

Article | January 2023

“London is the engine room of the UK and maintaining the City’s credentials as one of the world’s leading financial and professional services centres are crucial to maintaining Global Britain’s standing on the international stage.”

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Opening Ceremony at the London Stock Exchange

A virtual market opening ceremony at the London Stock Exchange marked the launch of the City of London Chamber: