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London and South East Regional Director update - July

Eddie Curzon London and South East Director

Eddie Curzon, London and South East Director provides insight into the latest CBI action and ways you can get involved in our work across the region.

23 Jul 2019, 3 min read
The Summer is certainly here, and to celebrate, we welcomed the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, for a fireside chat at this year’s London Summer Reception. You can read more about it below.
I would also warmly encourage you to respond to this year’s CBI London Business Survey.It's your chance to inform policymakers of the business issues that matter to you, as well as helping develop CBI business priorities for the 2020 Mayoral Election. 

Join CBI President, John Allan CBE, for an evening of high level networking

Just a reminder to book your tickets for the Thames Valley and South East Annual Dinner,on the 9 October. It's the perfect opportunity to connect and be inspired by some of the most senior business figures in the region, while entertaining clients and business associates over a three-course meal.

Competitive advantages of sustainability: top seven tips

1-8 July brought us the first London Climate Action Week (LCAW). With sustainability high on the business agenda, we held an event to discuss the competitive advantages of sustainability and the circular economy business model. Read our top takeaways from the event.

London Summer Reception

Carolyn Fairburn sat down with the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan to discuss businesses role in tackling some of London’s biggest issues, including reaching net-zero, housing and opportunities for all, at CBI's London Summer Reception. The CBI also discussed how opportunities for young people are the cornerstone of a safer London.
Members of the audience posed their questions to the Mayor, on topics including the future of London's construction industry, the Apprenticeship Levy, Brexit and immigration.

Get Involved

The CBI policy teams have many initiatives underway that members will want to influence. You’ll find them all listed on My CBI, but can I please draw your attention to the below?
  • Tell us how your business drives productivity through people

Has your business changed how it leads, manages, recruits, engages or develops people? If so, the CBI wants to hear from you. Share your views

Dates for your diary

12 September | London
With the National Cyber Security Centre and industry experts in the room, you’ll leave with cutting-edge insight and practical solutions to make your business more cyber secure. Book your place
3 October | London
Need to understand the Brexit process and negotiations to help you understand what's really happening? Gain expert intelligence from John Foster, CBI's Director of Campaigns, just as the Brexit deadline approaches. Book now
On a final note, last week we were invited to provide evidence to the London Assembly Economic Committee on apprenticeships. We discussed the contribution apprenticeships make to the economy, how the Levy system can be improved and how we must make sure they are available to all. Watch the video.