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Local protestors reignite campaign to save trees
Golden Lane Estate residents are up in arms after the City of London planning committee backflipped on its promise to preserve a handful of trees lining their street.
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A guide to the City of London’s best mediation classes
The Square Mile is full of stressed out workers and residents. That's why we've put together this guide to some of the best meditation and mindfulness classes in the...
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The best basement bars in the City of London
If you're wanting to escape all the festive pop ups and rooftops this Christmas season then head underground to some of the the Square Mile's top basement bars.
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Aldgate Lantern Parade back by popular demand
The Aldgate Lantern Parade and Winter Fete return for a second year, bringing some much needed colour and light to the City streets as well as obligatory mulled wine...
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Teen sentenced after drug and imitation weapon bust
A man caught with cocaine, a baton, and an imitation handgun, has been sentenced after officers spotted him driving through the City with a faulty brake light.
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The best resorts & villages for skiing in Switzerland
Follow our guide to Switzerland's best ski resorts for the most glamorous winter vacation you've ever had. But don't worry, you don't need to be filthy rich to enjoy...
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Taxi groups shut down Bank Junction in week-long protest
Black cab drivers have once again shut down Bank Junction as day two of a week-long protest brought City roads to a standstill. Having targeted London Bridge last week in...
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Addressing social mobility is country’s greatest need
"Whether they are multinational corporations or innovative charities serving a community with urgent needs, we build relationships to deliver the best possible outcomes."
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Sewage and planning woes dominate Barbican chatter
Helen Hudson brings us up to date on all the happenings at the Barbican Estate, including why plugging the pipes is causing costly issues across the houses.
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Faster internet to help City compete internationally
City of London Corporation policy chairman, Catherine McGuinness, explains how the Square Mile is looking to become a world leader in the digital revolution.
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First Look: The iconic Atlas Building in Old Street
We take a look inside The Atlas Building which rises above the City like a modern pyramid made from glass and steel, straddling the border between the Square Mile...
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City Police officers given right to use spit guards
In order to protect the heath and safety of officers, police in the City of London have been given the sign-off to use spit guards when making arrests in...
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City estates residents add local history to the archives
Our man in Golden Lane, Billy Mann, discusses why working to preserve the stories of the past is so poignant in the wake of the centenary of the First...
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