UK shrugs off Brexit uncertainty with backing of global CEOs

PwC poll shows Britain's stability makes it increasingly attractive place to invest

Government hopes of an economic boost from an easing of Brexit uncertainty have been boosted by a poll showing that the UK is increasingly attractive to global businesses searching for growth and investment opportunities.

The poll of almost 1,600 chief executives, by the consultancy and accounting firm PwC, found that at a time of growing nervousness the UK's reputation for stability made it the fourth most important target for companies looking for markets.