The Communications & Corporate Affairs Sub (Policy & Resources) Committee met on Thursday 11 June 2026 to discuss an overview of communications and engagement activities, an update on preparations for political party conferences, and a review of the City Corporation's digital estate. The meeting also included an update from the Parliamentary Team.

Communications and Engagement Overview

The committee was scheduled to receive an update on communications, engagement, and corporate affairs activities that had taken place between 1 April and 21 May 2026. The report highlighted the strategic context, noting the ongoing national debate on economic growth and public sector reform. It detailed communications efforts related to financial services reforms, including coverage in the Financial Times, Bloomberg, and The Times, and the Policy Chairman's^[1] comments on regulatory reform and international competitiveness. The report also covered the Lady Mayor's^[2] visit to India, which generated significant media coverage, and the inaugural Global Risk Summit, aimed at positioning London as a global centre for risk expertise. Further updates were provided on the Destination City initiative, police reform advocacy, and Freedom ceremonies for Penny Lancaster and Gloria Hunniford. The report also detailed political engagement activities, including meetings with various MPs and government officials, and highlighted community and internal communications efforts, such as the May, We Grow campaign and the launch of a dedicated Ambition 25 Information Hub.

Update on Party Conferences

A report was presented outlining preparations for political party conferences scheduled for later in the year. The approach to these conferences was to be informed by the results of the May local elections. The recommendations included collaborating on an event with other trade associations at the Reform Party Conference, officer observation of the Green Party conference, and a revised approach to the Liberal Democrat conference, moving from a reception to a smaller dinner. The overarching objective for 2026 was to increase understanding across the political spectrum of the City Corporation's convening power and its role in delivering economic growth. The committee was asked to recommend this proposed approach to the Policy and Resources Committee for approval.

Digital Estate Review

The committee was scheduled to discuss the City Corporation's digital estate. This topic was to be led by the Executive Director of Communications & Engagement. The report indicated that the City Corporation operates a large and complex digital estate across multiple platforms, leading to fragmentation and duplication. The intention was to further review the situation and bring back recommendations.

Parliamentary Team Update

An update was provided on the Parliamentary Team's activities in support of the City of London Corporation's political and parliamentary engagement. The report detailed the legislative programme, summarising new Bills such as the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill, the Competition Reform Bill, and the Financial Services and Markets Bill. It also covered carry-over Bills like the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill and draft Bills including the Draft Conversion Practices Bill. The update also mentioned ongoing work with the APPG on Financial Markets and Services, engagement on City of London Police matters, and a parliamentary reception to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Epping Forest Act 1878.