LCCI's James Watkins presented compelling evidence affirming the strategic value of allowing Gatwick Airport's Northern runway utilisation. Crucial for maintaining London's global business appeal and fostering business growth.

The Chamber was pleased to host students & professors from AUEB at our offices for a discussion on finance & policy in London. The meeting revolved around Brexit and affordable housing, with students actively inquiring about the upcoming steps for the capital in these areas

LCCI's CEO Karim Fatehi MBE just led an insightful meeting with the Mayor of Croydon Jason Perry - Mayor of Croydon where solutions and actions to further develop the economy of the area were discussed. Joining the meeting were LCCI colleagues James Watkins, Cathy Scott and Annabel Fogden

Happy #IWD from the team here at LCCI💜 Here at the Chamber, inspiring inclusivity is part of our DNA. Alongside our Asian and Black Business Associations, we run a specific programme for Women in Business. Learn more about it here: ow.ly/wErg50QOtNK

LCCI supports the Back the Bakerloo campaign for the line's extension to Hayes. LCCI's James Watkins & Vittoria Zerbini attended the launch event. It was a fantastic opportunity to learn of the immense positive impact the extension would bring to businesses

Meeting with London Chamber of Commerce and Industry who play a vital role in promoting London’s economy 🎡💂 Am keen to support their work advocating for business, as Minister for London and Trade Policy. We share a vision of a Global London – a gateway to the UK for investment and visitors.

Today I was glad to receive Marta Kozlowska and James Watkins from the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry and to discuss with them prospects of 🇦🇲🇬🇧 trade and economic relations. We are looking forward to work with the Chamber of commerce and to further develop our relationship

The London Chamber of Commerce and Industry proposals for asylum seekers to be allowed to work & for refugees interested in enterprise to be offered support was supported by the Commission on the Integration of Refugees. The report states that all their proposals could lead to a £1.2 bn benefit for the UK - refugeeintegrationuk.com/wp-content/upl…

It was an absolute pleasure to meet with the ⁦London Chamber of Commerce and Industry⁩ and receive their manifesto for the upcoming election in London on the 2nd May. There is lots of synergy with ⁦London Green Party⁩ mayoral candidate ⁦Zoë Garbett⁩’s manifesto. zoegarbett.london/manifesto/?lin…

Our CEO Diana Beech and London Chamber of Commerce and Industry CEO Karim Fatehi MBE met with Robin Walker yesterday to discuss the impact any changes to the graduate route would have for #LondonHE and business. Read our letter on this topic below👇 londonhigher.ac.uk/resource/londo…

LCCI's James Watkins and Lucie Risley discussed how to crack down on business crime in the capital with the Police Minister Chris Philp MP and the Metropolitan Police. We agreed on a series of practical steps to combat crime.

It was good to welcome a delegation from Kyiv City Council to the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Alongside TheCityUK we considered the future of the Ukrainian economy. Here I am presenting a memento of London to Yevheniia Kuleba, Secretary of the Environment Committee on Kyiv City Council.

LCCI hosted a debate with London Luton Airport London Gatwick LGW London Stansted Airport & Heathrow Airport to discuss aviation's economic importance to London and the procurement opportunities for SMEs. Each panellist described their airport's plans and meet Net Zero goals

Latest UK International Policy updates🌍 Explore the latest highlights from LCCI’s Policy team on issues impacting the continued economic growth, success, and prosperity of Global London in our latest article: ow.ly/fNzm50RQACy

Department for Transport This was followed by a networking event and panel discussion in mid-May. LCCI hosted a panel with Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick LGW, London Stansted Airport and Luton Rising to discuss their supply chains, their positions in the economy and how members can get involved.

Productive meeting with the irrepressible Karim Fatehi MBE and London Chamber of Commerce and Industry yesterday talking about engaging their 8500 members on the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan Growth Plan, as well as working with Grow London Local , and on agenda for a new national Government (whoever wins)

The inaugural meeting of LCCI's Property and Construction Forum took place yesterday afternoon at Mishcon de Reya LLP, hosted by the forum's Chair, Susan Freeman, Partner at Mishcon de Reya and host of the Susan Freeman podcast.

Karim Fatehi MBE, LCCI's CEO, said “We are appalled by the violence, racism and intimidation seen in our capital and across UK regions over the past week. It is shocking to see firms being targeted based on the religion and race of their owners and staff.

Great work by the London Chamber of Commerce and Industry team - working with the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan - to ensure small businesses did not lose out with the extension of ULEZ to outer London. The vehicle scrappage scheme has been essential to keep firms afloat & to tackle poor air quality.

LCCI has published our Programme for Government, which sets out recommendations for the new Government on a department-by-department basis and highlights the key policy areas that the new Government should focus on for business growth. Find out more: ow.ly/S5Y150TWjMU