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London must ‘seize the moment’ to maintain global leadership amid Covid pandemic
The capital must reinvent itself in order to emerge stronger following the Covid-19 pandemic and maintain its position as a world-leading business hub, according to a new report published today by the City of London Corporation. London Recharged: Our vision for London in 2025, produced in partnership with Oliver Wyman and...
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When you eat can be as important as what you eat
A new study has shown that it’s not just how many calories you eat, but when you eat them that will determine how well you burn the calories you...
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START 2020 art fair to go ahead at Saatchi Gallery
START 2020 will officially go ahead as planned at London’s iconic Saatchi Gallery between 21 and 25 October, exhibiting emerging contemporary artists form around the world.
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City of London Corporation celebrates Green Flag wins
A total of 15 of the City of London Corporation’s green spaces have been awarded Green Flag status. The prestigious Green Flag Award recognises these sites...
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London must ‘seize the moment’ to maintain global leadership amid Covid pandemic
The capital must reinvent itself in order to emerge stronger following the Covid-19 pandemic and maintain its position as a world-leading business hub, according to a new...
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Social media influencers should promote Covid vaccine
Social media influencers should help promote a coronavirus vaccine – because some people are more likely to trust them than the Government, a leading scientist has said. Dr...
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Centenarian receives City Freedom for £420,000 fundraising effort during Ramadan
A 100-year-old man from Bow in east London will be awarded the Freedom of the City of London today (21 October), after raising £420,000 to help people who...
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Why people are turning to digital mental health services
City of London workers are known for suffering with mental health issues more than most, with many turning to online mental health services for help.
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Culture Mile announces ‘Imagine’ programme
Culture Mile has announced Imagine, an extensive season of events supporting residents, visitors, school children, businesses and workers within the Square Mile.
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Londoners’ safety could be put at risk by a no-deal Brexit
Londoners’ safety could be put at risk if the Government fails to strike a Brexit deal by the end of the year, the City's London Assembly Member,...
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London Chamber of Commerce & Industry to launch Black Business Association
The London Chamber of Commerce & Industry has launched the LCCI Black Business Association to further support black business ownership, entrepreneurship and black employees in the capital. The association will...
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‘Life-saving’ domestic abuse charity gets funding boost
Hundreds of female victims of domestic abuse will receive ‘life-saving’ mental health support thanks to new funding for a specialist charity. Woman’s Trust will offer 4,000 free counselling...
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Hospitality sector workers protest Tier 2 lockdown in Parliament Square
London chefs, waiters and bar staff have called on the Government to give their sector cash support during Tier 2 lockdown. Protestors gathered in Parliament Square, banging pots,...
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