Inward Investment to the UK

The UK, the sixth largest economy in the world, is a popular choice for international investment. The World Bank report “Doing Business 2011’ states that the UK is the best place to do business in the EU and G8. Britain also topped the Ernst & Young European Attractiveness Survey 2011 as the most attractive destination for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI).

The UK has a favourable tax and regulatory framework with the least barriers to entrepreneurship, an excellent transport and communication infrastructure, a well deserved reputation for creativity and innovation and a skilled and flexible workforce.

The real estate investment market – for both corporations and individuals – offers excellent options for both those looking for safe, long term yields or higher risk opportunities. UK residents enjoy a high standard of living, education and recreation.

And the City of London, where Royds is based, is the financial centre of the UK and the home of many global companies. Our fellow members of Interleges are based throughout the world and so can provide local support – in your language.

Whether you are looking to set up a business, identify and purchase a business, find a suitable agent or distributor, secure suitable real estate investments or to use the UK as part of your personal tax planning, Royds has the relevant lawyer and professional contacts to help you.

A large number of our clients are either headquartered overseas or have significant assets or operations abroad and we act for many international corporations – both large and small.

Let us know if you would like a free copy of our guide to UK agency and distribution arrangements, which highlights many of the factors that you need to consider when entering the UK market, please email John North.

Please contact John North , Claus Andersen or Angela Stallard for further information.