Policy RoundUp - May 2026

May saw the King’s Speech and Financial Services Bill reinforce the Government’s agenda on capital markets competitiveness and regulatory simplification, while pensions reform and the Mansion House agenda remained central to discussions on capital mobilisation and long term investment into UK markets. These developments align closely with themes at the 2026 Annual Conference, where sessions on UK equities, investor access, IPO readiness, activism and board level influence reflect the increasing emphasis on delivery, execution and the evolving role of IR teams as trusted advisors in a challenging market environment.