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Published on 19 January 2026

Economy and Finance

The department monitors developments in UK economic, financial and trade policy and protects and furthers Swiss economic and financial interests in the United Kingdom.

Economic and financial matters are covered by the Economic, Finance, Science and Innovation Department. The department monitors developments in UK economic, financial and trade policy and keeps track of relevant regulations and legislation. It protects and furthers Swiss economic and financial interests. The Swiss Business Hub UK, which forms part of the department, assists Swiss businesses in their efforts to expand in the UK market, and supports UK companies wishing to set up a presence in Switzerland.