Drax's Mariano Ruiz Funes explores why affordable, reliable power and a more flexible energy system are essential to attracting investment and unlocking the UK’s next phase of growth.
13 Nov 2026, 8 min read

The government's revised Code of Practice on dismissal and re-engagement is due to come into force in summer 2027, and the public consultation is open now. The CBI is considering a response and wants your views to ensure the Code reflects business realities.
13 Nov 2026, 1 min readEmployment tribunal delays of up to three years are increasing costs and uncertainty for employers. The CBI is producing a working paper for government with practical recommendations for reform, and is seeking input from members to ensure employer experience is reflected in the evidence.
13 Nov 2026, 2 min read
HM Treasury is actively seeking real examples of business investment, expansion and job creation across the UK, and the CBI is coordinating submissions. Sharing your organisation's story is a direct opportunity to raise your profile with senior Treasury officials and potentially open the door to future government engagement.
13 Nov 2026, 2 min read
The government's draft National Policy Statement for Data Centres will set the planning rules that determine the speed, cost, and location of new AI and cloud infrastructure in England. Businesses that rely on compute, or that develop or operate data-centre capacity, can shape the final framework before it is set.
13 Nov 2026, 2 min read
A new report by the CBI, Ibec and Hays explores how businesses and workers experience the all-island labour market today and what holds back its potential.
10 Nov 2026, 5 min read
Your monthly overview of the major trends impacting the UK’s main business sectors.
09 Nov 2026, 6 min read
With the EU-UK Summit approaching, the CBI is co-hosting an event in Brussels with BusinessEurope and Ibec on 18 November 2026. Members with EU trade, investment or policy interests can hear from policymakers, discuss business priorities and build connections at a networking reception.
09 Nov 2026, 2 min read
Attend the next Digital Tax Working Group meeting to hear expert insight on responsible AI adoption in tax functions and the latest on Pillar 2 implementation.
06 Nov 2026, 2 min read
The government's revised Code of Practice on dismissal and re-engagement is due to come into force in summer 2027, and the public consultation is open now. The CBI is considering a response and wants your views to ensure the Code reflects business realities.
13 Nov 2026, 1 min readEmployment tribunal delays of up to three years are increasing costs and uncertainty for employers. The CBI is producing a working paper for government with practical recommendations for reform, and is seeking input from members to ensure employer experience is reflected in the evidence.
13 Nov 2026, 2 min read
HM Treasury is actively seeking real examples of business investment, expansion and job creation across the UK, and the CBI is coordinating submissions. Sharing your organisation's story is a direct opportunity to raise your profile with senior Treasury officials and potentially open the door to future government engagement.
13 Nov 2026, 2 min read
The government's draft National Policy Statement for Data Centres will set the planning rules that determine the speed, cost, and location of new AI and cloud infrastructure in England. Businesses that rely on compute, or that develop or operate data-centre capacity, can shape the final framework before it is set.
13 Nov 2026, 2 min read
With the EU-UK Summit approaching, the CBI is co-hosting an event in Brussels with BusinessEurope and Ibec on 18 November 2026. Members with EU trade, investment or policy interests can hear from policymakers, discuss business priorities and build connections at a networking reception.
09 Nov 2026, 2 min read
Attend the next Digital Tax Working Group meeting to hear expert insight on responsible AI adoption in tax functions and the latest on Pillar 2 implementation.
06 Nov 2026, 2 min read
Put your organisation at the centre of the UK's most important business conversations
05 Nov 2026, 2 min read
Help shape how the Metropolitan Police delivers fairer, more effective policing across London.
23 Oct 2026, 2 min read
Eligible manufacturing businesses can apply to reduce their electricity costs through the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme (BICS).
23 Oct 2026, 2 min readGet to know your local team
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2026 policy priorities
Our 2026 policy priorities page outlines the areas where we will focus our policy work in the year ahead. It sets out core campaigns and working groups you can join to shape action on issues like employment rights, energy costs, business rates, taxation and innovation, and underscores our engagement across all four UK nations.


