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Corporation dubbed ‘anchor’ of responsible pay in City

Financial institutions and professional services companies in the Square Mile are being urged to sign up to pay their workers the London Living Wage in a new campaign.

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Charity could get base in New Spitalfields Market to cut food waste

A charity which distributes food to those in need could be offered space at a peppercorn rent so it can collect surplus food from a fruit and vegetable market...
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No-deal Brexit vote result is a “victory for common sense”

The City's policy chief has described Parliament's decision to reject leaving the European Union without a deal a "victory for common sense".

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Tube’s ‘lost customer hours’ hits 21million mark for last 12 months

TfL recently announced that Tube travellers have wasted over 21million hours of their time on the London Underground in the past 12 months as a result of delays.
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Tower Bridge hawkers in game of cat and mouse with authorities

Vendors selling hot nuts to locals and tourists crossing Tower Bridge have learned how to evade local authorities, by darting across council borders that police are not allowed to...
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Corporation reaps £12.5million in Bank Junction fines

The City Corporation has reaped more than £12.5million in fines from motorists caught flouting its Bank Junction traffic restrictions – and is fielding more than 120 letters a day...
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Catherine McGuinness: Importance of earning a living wage

Over the past two weeks you will have seen billboards across London Underground urging firms to pay all their staff at least the London Living Wage of £10.55 an...
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#BackthePlaque honours women on International Women’s Day

The names of 100 women who have been nominated by people in the Capital as part of the London Assembly #BackthePlaque campaign.
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106 women offered Freedom of the City in historic move

Over 100 women - including Doctor Who star Jodie Whittaker - will receive the Freedom of the City of London to commemorate the centenary of the Representation of the...
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Home secretary Sajid Javid likely to be awarded the Freedom of the City

Home secretary Sajid Javid is likely to be granted the City’s highest accolade, and is one of nearly 100 put forward to be awarded the Freedom of the City.
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Road illusions may save lives at Ludgate Circus junction

City leaders have asked whether the “dangerous” Ludgate Circus junction could benefit from a 3D zebra-crossing designed to force drivers to slow down.
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Tower climbers hit great height for GOSH Charity

Nearly 300 participants dared to take the stairs of the Walkie Talkie – scaling great heights to raise money for Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity.
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City Corporation takes big step towards granting e-bike trial

City workers and tourists who prefer to navigate the Square Mile on two wheels could soon get access to dockless e-bikes after years of them being banned by local...
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Moth infestation is causing grief for City parks team

A breed of moths that feed on oak trees has infested several parks across London, causing allergic reactions to passers-by, and could cost up to £250,000 to remove.
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London drivers waste 227 hours each year stuck in traffic

London is the most congested city in the UK and new research from motor company Inrix has revealed drivers in the Capital spend more than 200 hours in traffic...
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City of London would welcome Article 50 extension

Theresa May said the House of Commons would be given a vote on whether to seek a possible extension to Britain's withdrawal from the EU if MPs reject the...
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Climbers eye up Walkie Talkie building for GOSH Charity

Parents Sophie and Daniel Rix will be taking on the Walkie Talkie Tower Climb event to raise money for Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity.
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Young leaders believe education ‘should not be confined to the desk’

A group of young leaders recently told Square Mile education officials how some of the most important skills needed for the workplace cannot be taught in the classroom.
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Taxi drivers may face tough checks to prevent another John Worboys

The Department for Transport has launched a consultation on new plans for taxis and minicabs, which could mean drivers have to pass enhanced background checks before they operate.
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Too many London GP practices exist in areas with toxic air

Research from the British Lung Foundation revealed 7.5 million NHS patients are registered at GP practices where toxic air particles exceed World Health Organisation limits.
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Corporation dubbed ‘anchor’ of responsible pay in City

Financial institutions and professional services companies in the Square Mile are being urged to sign up to pay their workers the London Living Wage in a new campaign.
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City suits encouraged to put their best foot forward

City suits are being urged to take a step in the right direction and sign up to The Big London Night Walk to support Big Issue vendors across the...
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NHS could face “staffing crisis” in wake of Brexit

Fears the NHS could face a “staffing crisis” following Brexit have been raised, with vacancies in London already stretching into the thousands, according to unions representing workers.

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Financial institutions and professional services companies in the Square Mile are being urged to sign up to pay their workers the London Living Wage in a new campaign.

A charity which distributes food to those in need could be offered space at a peppercorn rent so it can collect surplus food from a fruit and vegetable market...

The City's policy chief has described Parliament's decision to reject leaving the European Union without a deal a "victory for common sense".

TfL recently announced that Tube travellers have wasted over 21million hours of their time on the London Underground in the past 12 months as a result of delays.

Vendors selling hot nuts to locals and tourists crossing Tower Bridge have learned how to evade local authorities, by darting across council borders that police are not allowed to...

The City Corporation has reaped more than £12.5million in fines from motorists caught flouting its Bank Junction traffic restrictions – and is fielding more than 120 letters a day...

Over the past two weeks you will have seen billboards across London Underground urging firms to pay all their staff at least the London Living Wage of £10.55 an...

The names of 100 women who have been nominated by people in the Capital as part of the London Assembly #BackthePlaque campaign.

Over 100 women - including Doctor Who star Jodie Whittaker - will receive the Freedom of the City of London to commemorate the centenary of the Representation of the...

Home secretary Sajid Javid is likely to be granted the City’s highest accolade, and is one of nearly 100 put forward to be awarded the Freedom of the City.

City leaders have asked whether the “dangerous” Ludgate Circus junction could benefit from a 3D zebra-crossing designed to force drivers to slow down.

Nearly 300 participants dared to take the stairs of the Walkie Talkie – scaling great heights to raise money for Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity.

City workers and tourists who prefer to navigate the Square Mile on two wheels could soon get access to dockless e-bikes after years of them being banned by local...

A breed of moths that feed on oak trees has infested several parks across London, causing allergic reactions to passers-by, and could cost up to £250,000 to remove.

London is the most congested city in the UK and new research from motor company Inrix has revealed drivers in the Capital spend more than 200 hours in traffic...

Theresa May said the House of Commons would be given a vote on whether to seek a possible extension to Britain's withdrawal from the EU if MPs reject the...

Parents Sophie and Daniel Rix will be taking on the Walkie Talkie Tower Climb event to raise money for Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity.

A group of young leaders recently told Square Mile education officials how some of the most important skills needed for the workplace cannot be taught in the classroom.

The Department for Transport has launched a consultation on new plans for taxis and minicabs, which could mean drivers have to pass enhanced background checks before they operate.

Research from the British Lung Foundation revealed 7.5 million NHS patients are registered at GP practices where toxic air particles exceed World Health Organisation limits.

Financial institutions and professional services companies in the Square Mile are being urged to sign up to pay their workers the London Living Wage in a new campaign.

City suits are being urged to take a step in the right direction and sign up to The Big London Night Walk to support Big Issue vendors across the...

Fears the NHS could face a “staffing crisis” following Brexit have been raised, with vacancies in London already stretching into the thousands, according to unions representing workers.

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