Commenting on the announcement of Liz Truss as Prime Minister, John Dickie, Chief Executive at BusinessLDN, said:
“After a summer of delay, we need an autumn of action to help the UK avoid a winter of discontent. The Prime Minister can lose no time in moving to ease the cost-of-living crisis.
“Businesses and families need to see swift support to combat growing energy prices, including direct payments to those most in need; access to affordable childcare; and protection for commuters from inflation-plus rail fare increases.
“The capital has a critical part to play in growing the whole UK economy, and we look forward to working with the new government to better harness London’s strengths to benefit the whole country. Now is the time for decisive action and clear leadership, to support jobs, growth and prosperity.”