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Business and Economy

We're working to make London the best city in the world for businesses and Londoners, creating a fairer, more inclusive and prosperous economy for all.

London benefits from great economic strengths – it is a leading global city, a hub of entrepreneurship and innovation. With our vibrant cultural life, openness, tolerance and diversity, we are able to attract talent and investment from across the world.

Now more than ever, it’s important to showcase our capital as the best place for work, visit and invest. London is already a world-leading city across several key sectors; my job is to ensure that London is number one.
Howard Dawber, Deputy Mayor for Business

Find out more about the scope of our work below, from our business support programmes and economic strategy, to our recent publications and impact stories.

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Support for your business

Explore our business support programmes, whether you’re a small business looking for free expert advice, or want to scale up your operations. 

For employers looking to embed best employment practices, we also provide support through the Mayor’s Good Work Standard. 

 

 

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The Mayor's priorities for London's economy and business

Find out how we are taking action to support growth and make London the best city to visit, invest and work in.

Explore the Mayor's priorities for strengthening London's economy and how he is working with others to achieve his vision of a stronger, greener, and fairer London.

 

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UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF)

The Mayor has invested £62m into 28 local projects and funding for London boroughs and London & Partners to support small businesses across the capital – helping to create over 4,500 jobs and sustain growth across a diverse range of sectors.

Learn more about UKSPF

The impact of our work

Watch video case studies about the innovators supported through the Mayor's Challenge LDN initiative - helping to solve Londoner’s most pressing challenges.

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Watch video case studies showcasing businesses committed to best employment practices and the employees who are benefitting.

Night Czar Amy Lame and Mercato Metropolitano founder Andrea Rasca, with Good Work Standard plaque

Learn more about how the London Living Wage has never been more crucial for workers, and makes good commercial sense for businesses.

Mayor of London shaking hand with employees at London Living Wage rate announecment 2023, at London Stadium

Stay up to date

View all business and economy news and press releases.

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View and download all business and economy publications.

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Read and download the reports commissioned to inform our policies and strategic approach.

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