Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as Rishi Sunak holds first of a series of summits with UK corporate leaders
- Labour cuts ties with CBI and says lobby group needs ‘root and branch reform’
- Business leaders call for CBI to disband in wake of allegations
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says today’s summit with UK corporate leaders is part of his growth push:
“Business Connect provides the next fantastic opportunity to demonstrate how we are growing the economy. We are bringing together some of the UK’s biggest companies and investors for meaningful dialogue – and I’m a Prime Minister passionate about working with business to unlock opportunity and progress.
“Since taking office, I’ve spoken to over 1000 business people – because they are the innovators and change-makers at the heart of our economy, supporting jobs, attracting investment and driving growth.
