Policy Submissions

Response to the Mayor’s Draft Skills and Adult Education Strategy

We welcome the renewed focus on skills and the publication of the first dedicated citywide Skills for Londoners Strategy. London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI) will look to play an active role in contributing to a successful skills landscape in London, including through our relaunched Work and Employment Policy Advisory Committee, our research work and polling. In addition to our Young Chamber initiative which places member businesses into schools so that students are able to gain insights into the world of work and career opportunities.  

This response will focus principally on the proposals set out within the draft strategy on meeting the needs of London’s economy and employers, now and into the future.

Our View on the Transformation of Oxford Street

LCCI broadly supports the proposals put forward in TfL’s plans for the transformation of Oxford Street. By 2020 the capital is forecast to reach a population of nine million and London could achieve ‘megacity’ status by as soon as 2027 with over ten million citizens. We need to consider innovative ways to address congestion and transform Oxford Street into a world-class place to live, work and visit. Businesses across London support the pedestrianisation of Oxford Street, but it must be done right with measures put in place to support local businesses who might be adversely affected.  

Response to the Mayor’s Draft Housing Strategy

The Mayor has identified the capital’s housing crisis as the “single biggest barrier to prosperity, growth and fairness facing Londoners today”. Addressing this crisis is certainly a priority for London businesses, given the impact it is having on the capital’s business environment. In this response, we focus on the Mayor’s proposals to build more homes, and more affordable homes, as well as touch upon the skills environment that will underpin this effort.

Response to Lords EU Select Committee Brexit: ‘Deal or No Deal’ Inquiry

Avoiding a post-Brexit ‘cliff edge’ is a top priority for London business leaders. Post-Brexit, there must be a suitable arrangement in place to regulate Britain’s relationship with the European Union (EU), rather than a fall back on WTO rules (the ‘no deal’ outcome).

Response to Migration Advisory Committee Call for Evidence: The Economic and Social Impact of the UK’s Exit from the EU

London is three times more reliant on foreign workers than the rest of the UK. The damage caused by losing these individuals would be felt particularly in London, which remains the engine of the wider UK economy.  It is clear that the departure of EU nationals in particular from the London workforce would be economically harmful, impacting upon various key industries, and putting pressure on public funds.

LCCI Response to Mayor’s Transport Strategy

The capital is forecast to reach ‘megacity’ status by 2030 with over ten million citizens, placing London’s infrastructure – particularly its transport networks - under considerable pressure.  investment in infrastructure and a long-term outlook on future need is critical to ensuring that the capital can continue to function, grow and thrive as a megacity of the future.

Submission for HMT Budget 2017

London is a dynamic, global city. Its competitiveness is, however, at risk as London’s population continues to rise, placing ever greater burdens on its housing supply and transport networks. Positive measures to tackle these issues would send a strong signal to businesses that government is lock-step behind them in its desire to deliver a sustainable competitive business environment.

LCCI Response to The Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard Call for Evidence

Workplace standards have improved significantly over the last few decades, with major strides taken to make workplaces fairer and more inclusive, to the benefit of both employees and employers. London’s businesses have a clear economic interest in making the city an attractive place to work and live.