City of London backs national security push through finance, policing, and resilience
The UK economic security strategy has received strong backing from the Square Mile, as the City of London Corporation steps up efforts to support both national resilience and financial stability. Policy Chairman Chris Hayward has outlined the ways in which the City is helping deliver on the strategy, from defending against cybercrime to providing a stable environment for inward investment.
Hayward described the Corporation’s work as central to the relationship between economic success and national security. That includes supporting the Armed Forces Reservists, helping defence-related firms gain access to finance, and using the City’s unique position to bring key stakeholders together.
“We are proud to play our part,”
he said.
As part of this support, the UK economic security strategy is being bolstered by the work of the City of London Police, which has national responsibilities for tackling cybercrime, fraud, and economic threats. The force offers practical services to businesses of all sizes, helping them improve resilience in the face of persistent online risks, an issue that remains high on the agenda for many firms navigating global instability.
Hayward added that creating a safe and secure environment is not only good for protection, it’s essential for attracting global business.
“Maintaining a secure environment for firms is vital for driving inward investment into the Square Mile and beyond,”
he noted.
His remarks reflect a growing recognition that financial centres must now play a more active role in national strategy. The strategy, launched to strengthen Britain’s resilience against geopolitical and digital threats, depends on cooperation between government, finance, and policing. The Square Mile’s contribution signals that local institutions are stepping up where it counts.
Support for defence capabilities is also increasingly tied to financial policy. As the City works to expand access to capital for companies operating in defence and security supply chains, it’s becoming part of a broader framework that connects long-term prosperity to national resilience.
This is especially relevant in the digital space. Businesses across the UK are being encouraged to strengthen their security infrastructure, with specific advice from the National Cyber Security Centre offering tailored guidance on how organisations can protect themselves from increasingly sophisticated online threats.
For Londoners, the takeaway is that economic strategy is no longer just about markets and growth but about protection, partnership, and preparedness. The City of London Corporation’s efforts show how even the most traditional institutions are adapting to meet the challenges of an unpredictable world.
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