The Communications & Corporate Affairs Sub (Policy & Resources) Committee met on Wednesday 16 September 2026 to discuss an overview of communications and engagement activities, an update on the delivery of the sport strategy, and a quarterly report on innovation and growth. The meeting also included discussions on the professional and business services council jobs plan, a communications and engagement transformation programme, and the implementation of a digital review estate.

Communications and Engagement Overview

The committee was scheduled to receive a report from the Executive Director of Communications and Engagement providing an overview of communications, engagement, and corporate affairs activity for July-August 2026. The report aimed to link outputs more directly to strategic outcomes and outlined a shift towards a more strategic and integrated communications delivery model. Key priorities and campaigns highlighted included the City Plan 2040, the upcoming opening of the London Museum, the Team UK campaign for financial services, and the #LoveLondonsParks extreme heat awareness campaign. The report also detailed political engagement and corporate affairs activities, including engagement across government and regions, and preparations for party conferences. Furthermore, it covered campaigns and community engagement efforts, focusing on building coordinated corporate approaches and strengthening relationships with businesses, workers, and residents. Internal communications and organisational change, including support for Ambition 25 and the Transformation Programme, were also detailed, along with performance metrics for corporate channels.

Innovation and Growth Quarterly Report

A report from the Executive Director, Innovation and Growth, was scheduled for discussion, covering the period of April-June 2026. This report detailed the City of London Corporation's work in support of UK-based Financial and Professional Services (FPS). Key areas of focus included Connecting Capital, aiming to unlock and increase capital flows into the UK; Digital Assets & Markets, to secure the UK's position as a leading centre for digital asset innovation; AI Implementation in FPS, to maximise AI deployment for productivity; Sustainable Finance, positioning the UK as a partner for sustainability goals; and Innovation in Economic Security, to protect future resilience. The report also provided updates on the activities of the Corporation's overseas offices in Brussels, India, China, and the US.

Delivering the Sport Strategy Update

The committee was set to receive an update on the delivery of the City Corporation's Sport Strategy, A Global City of Sport. The report outlined the vision and five priorities of the strategy: Invest in sport facilities, Activate our streets/spaces, Celebrate the impact of sport, Attract more high-quality sport events, and Support community sport. Updates were provided on progress in each of these areas, including the refurbishment of Golden Lane Leisure Centre, exploration of padel facilities, and the installation of outdoor fitness equipment. The report also detailed events hosted to celebrate the impact of sport, such as the International Table Tennis Federation Centenary Gala Dinner and events related to the FIFA World Cup and T20 Women's World Cup. Plans for attracting events like the London Nocturne and road events were also discussed, alongside initiatives to support community sport, particularly for young people. The forward plan highlighted a focus on income generation, place-making, sport diplomacy, and community delivery.

Professional and Business Services Council Jobs Plan

A joint report from the Executive Director, Innovation and Growth, and the Interim Chief People Officer was scheduled for discussion regarding the Professional and Business Services Council Jobs Plan. This item was part of the non-public agenda.

Communications and Engagement Transformation Programme

The Executive Director of Communications and Engagement was due to present a report on the Communications and Engagement Transformation Programme. This item was also part of the non-public agenda and was for information.

Digital Review Estate Implementation

The Executive Director of Communications & Engagement was scheduled to present a report on the Digital Review Estate Implementation. This item was for information and was part of the non-public agenda.

Update - Transatlantic Traffic in Enslaved African People Report

An update on the publication of the Transatlantic Traffic in Enslaved African People Report was scheduled to be heard from the Executive Director of Communications and Engagement. This was a verbal report and part of the non-public agenda.