Understand the impact of policy change and engage with confidence
Whether you're responding to new regulation, engaging with government or assessing the implications of policy change, understanding the wider economic impact has never been more important.
CBI Economics helps organisations navigate an evolving policy landscape through independent economic analysis and practical insight. We assess the potential implications of policy and regulatory change, helping you understand what it means for your organisation, your sector and the wider economy.
The strongest policy positions are built on robust analysis.
Successful policy engagement depends on understanding not just what is changing, but why it matters.
We help organisations to:
- Understand the potential economic impacts of proposed policy and regulatory changes
- Assess how new legislation could affect their organisation, sector or supply chain
- Develop credible analysis to support engagement with government and regulators
- Strengthen consultation responses and public affairs activity
- Communicate complex policy impacts in a clear and accessible way
Our approach includes:
- Policy impact assessments
- Regulatory and fiscal analysis
- Scenario testing and economic modelling
- Business sentiment research
- Analysis to support consultation responses and advocacy
Evidence in action
Showing the wider impact of policy change
Changes to Business Property Relief announced in the Autumn Budget 2024 created significant uncertainty for family-owned businesses across the UK.
Working with Family Business UK, CBI Economics combined survey research with economic modelling to assess the likely implications of the reforms for investment, employment and economic growth. The analysis projected wider economic and fiscal impacts, helping inform public debate and providing policymakers with a clearer understanding of the potential consequences.
The report attracted national media attention and was referenced during parliamentary debate, demonstrating how independent economic analysis can help shape important policy conversations.
Why CBI Economics?
Policy decisions don't happen in isolation, and neither should the analysis that informs them.
Our economists combine technical expertise with an understanding of how government develops policy and how decision-makers use economic analysis. That means we don't just assess the potential impacts of policy change; we help organisations communicate those impacts in a way that is credible, relevant and actionable.
Client perspective
"The CBI Economics team yet again delivered a gold-standard piece of research which will inform policymaking for years to come. Their forensic economic analysis, combined with their world-class reputation, is invaluable in rebuffing speculation and rumour, providing policymakers the evidence they need to deliver action."
Imogen Martineau
Clean Air Fund