By: Chris Hayward

Chris Hayward is the Policy Chairman of the City of London Corporation, in which capacity he acts as a spokesperson, political leader and advocate for London as a global financial and professional services capital. With over 40 years’ experience founding and leading businesses across aviation and construction, he combines commercial leadership with a lifelong commitment to public service at both local and national levels

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The Great Smog must be firmly in the past: our City will display exemplary air quality

December 5, 2022

Seventy years ago this week, five days of toxic air brought London to a standstill. Flights were grounded, cars abandoned, and trains cancelled. The “Great Smog” – as it became known – descended on the capital, as smoke and noxious fumes from coal fires, vehicles, and factories mixed with fog and mist. Initial estimates suggested [...]
Tax hikes will cause national pain but London can still build its own growth plan

November 21, 2022

Jeremy Hunt faced a difficult balancing act in the Autumn Statement last week. The state of affairs he outlined, albeit unsurprising, was still a stark warning about the precarious nature of our economy: a £55bn black hole in the nation’s finances. We now know how the government will seek to restore parity in the national [...]
Net zero won’t come cheap, but the impact of floods and heat will continue to cost us

November 7, 2022

In the year since Cop26 in Glasgow, we have endured record breaking temperatures here in the UK, mass flooding has devastated 33 million people in Pakistan, while the western United States has experienced severe droughts.
Strong and certain regulatory regimes are the backbone of investment in London

October 24, 2022

If you have seen the movie “Wolf of Wall Street”, you will remember when the main character starts selling stocks in “Aerotyne International”: he claims it to be a cutting-edge high-tech firm, but in reality it is a workshop in a garden shed.
The Square Mile’s reputation as a no-go zone on weekends needs to be overhauled

October 10, 2022

We must seize this once-in-a-generation opportunity to redefine the Square Mile, just as the Elizabeth Line is connecting more people to the City than ever before.
Tax cuts won’t bring us growth unless coupled with a dedication to competition

September 26, 2022

Our financial and professional services sector drives growth, supports investment and facilitates trade. But this contribution must never be taken for granted.
The monarchy’s strength is the foundation of our prosperity in choppy waters

September 12, 2022

The City is united in grief after learning of the death of Her Majesty the Queen. The Lord Mayor of the City of London spoke of our immense sadness and mourning. But it was also a time to reflect on Her Majesty the Queen’s momentous reign, one which was characterised by an unfaltering commitment to [...]
Let’s ensure London’s job market stays an attractive proposition for this year’s cohort

August 30, 2022

We all remember that nervous feeling on exam results day. No matter your age, that trepidation never leaves you. This year’s A-Level and GCSE students faced challenges most of us could barely imagine. Months of learning remotely and little previous exam experience added to the usual pressure. Yet, this year’s cohort demonstrated remarkable tenacity to [...]
The City must once and for all leave behind its reputation for being just for work

August 15, 2022

The City used to be seen as a staid place where people simply came to work before going elsewhere to have fun. The reality today is a transformed Square Mile in terms of access to retail, hospitality and culture. The next phase of this reinvention will kick off later this autumn with our a “Destination [...]
Britain’s sporting success will help economic growth

August 1, 2022

Sport has had a busy summer in the UK as we marked England’s victory at the UEFA Women’s Euro and the start of the Commonwealth Games last week. It was with great pride that people across the country watched the Lionesses’ incredible performance and did us all proud. For many, it has brought back fond [...]

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