6. We’re in a great position geographically, right between the US and Asia.
Getting anywhere isn’t that much hassle when you have access to a private jet, but flying still annoys even the most patient of people.
Millionaires in the UK who do business in the US, Asia, Russia and beyond can get to them all pretty easily because they’re slap bang in the middle. Of course, it’s negligible really when 9 hours of travel will equal a £100 million deal, but these things are sent to try us.