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Extinction Rebellion protester climbs plane at London City Airport

More than 1,000 people have been arrested as part of the Capital-wide protests, with 50 more taken into custody during yesterday's airport demonstration.

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City of London’s Lord Mayor has belief in life after Brexit

William Russell, the newly elected Lord Mayor for the City of London, predicts fresh chapter of success for Square Mile despite ongoing Brexit challenges.
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Extinction Rebellion protester climbs plane at London City Airport

More than 1,000 people have been arrested as part of the Capital-wide protests, with 50 more taken into custody during yesterday's airport demonstration.

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Proposals to revamp Aldgate and Cheapside at final stage

Proposals for the redevelopment of Aldgate and Cheapside - designed to make them business, retail and leisure destinations - have reached their final stages.
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Lib Dem mayoral candidate’s bold EU citizen pledge

The Liberal Democrats mayoral candidate, Siobhan Benita, says that immigration from the EU is essential if London is to remain a strong global and European entity.
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Unmesh Desai’s latest campaigning initiatives

City & East London Assembly Member, Unmesh Desai, talks about the numerous campaigns he is currently backing across London in his latest exclusive column for City Matters.
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Mayor launches low cost green energy company for Londoners

Sadiq Khan is launching a new power company just for Londoners, with the major aim being to provide affordable clean energy to the citizens of the Capital.
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Funding given to five London community building groups

Aldgate Community Events, City YMCA, Portsoken Activities Group, Portsoken Ward Club and the Bevis Marks Synagogue all received funding from the Corp.
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The Lord Mayor’s Dragon Award winners for 2019

The top firms tackling social issues across the City of London have been recognised at this year's Dragon Awards, hosted by Lord Mayor Peter Estlin.
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New data shows massive increase in London hate crime

According to new data from London Assembly, there has been an enormous increase in homophobic, racist and disability hate crimes being reported in the past year.
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City of London Corporation launches clean air target

90% of the City of London is planned to meet the World Health Organisation’s NO2 air quality guidelines by 2025, as many parts don't meet minimum standards now.
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More fire safety initiatives planned for Barbican

Work is getting underway at the Barbican Estate to increase the safety standards of the residential development, especially when it comes to issues with fire.
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Mental health impact of divorce must be considered by the courts

Sabrina Bailey, director of Allard Bailey Family Law, explains why legal processes are blind to some of the glaring issues surrounding marriage breakdowns.
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We must keep planning for all Brexit scenarios

City of London Corporation policy chair, Catherine McGuinness, says firms in the Square Mile and beyond should not allow Brexit fatigue to turn into Brexit complacency.
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Extra counselling for young victims after surge in demand

A local children’s charity has received nearly £50,000 from the City Bridge Trust to provide 500 counselling sessions to London’s young crime victims.
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Funding boost for security at places of worship in UK

London Assembly Member Unmesh Desai has welcomed the government’s decision to boost funding for the protection of places of worship to £1.6million.
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Dragon Boat races roaring back into City of London

On 28 September teams from City Livery Companies, Square Mile corporates, and charities will take part in the Lord Mayor’s Appeal’s second ever Dragon Boat Race.
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Michael Portillo to lead City of London Sheep Drive

The Worshipful Company of Woolmen has announced that the Rt Hon Michael Portillo will be leading the 2019 Sheep Drive over London Bridge on 29 September.
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Sadiq Khan launches plans for London Car Free Day

The mayor has announced major plans to help Londoners ‘reclaim’ the streets and enjoy hundreds of free events for Car Free Day celebrations on 22 September.
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Barbican residents hold protest over school bid

Residents of the Barbican Estate staged a silent protest to draw attention to their growing concerns about proposals to extend the City of London School for Girls.
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Corporation to suspend Aung San Suu Kyi Honorary Freedom

After three seperate attempts of contact Aung San Suu Kyi, the City of London Corporation have voted to suspend her Honorary Freedom of the City award.
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Corporation looks to use sheep to maintain Heath

The City of London Corporation looks for a bit of animal magic to maintain Hampstead Heath, possibly replacing lawn mowers with old fashioned sheep.
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City Corporation introduces new wind condition guidelines

The City of London Corporation has recently published the UK’s first wind microclimate guidelines for new development proposals in the Square Mile.

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More than 1,000 people have been arrested as part of the Capital-wide protests, with 50 more taken into custody during yesterday's airport demonstration.

William Russell, the newly elected Lord Mayor for the City of London, predicts fresh chapter of success for Square Mile despite ongoing Brexit challenges.

More than 1,000 people have been arrested as part of the Capital-wide protests, with 50 more taken into custody during yesterday's airport demonstration.

Proposals for the redevelopment of Aldgate and Cheapside - designed to make them business, retail and leisure destinations - have reached their final stages.

The Liberal Democrats mayoral candidate, Siobhan Benita, says that immigration from the EU is essential if London is to remain a strong global and European entity.

City & East London Assembly Member, Unmesh Desai, talks about the numerous campaigns he is currently backing across London in his latest exclusive column for City Matters.

Sadiq Khan is launching a new power company just for Londoners, with the major aim being to provide affordable clean energy to the citizens of the Capital.

Aldgate Community Events, City YMCA, Portsoken Activities Group, Portsoken Ward Club and the Bevis Marks Synagogue all received funding from the Corp.

The top firms tackling social issues across the City of London have been recognised at this year's Dragon Awards, hosted by Lord Mayor Peter Estlin.

According to new data from London Assembly, there has been an enormous increase in homophobic, racist and disability hate crimes being reported in the past year.

90% of the City of London is planned to meet the World Health Organisation’s NO2 air quality guidelines by 2025, as many parts don't meet minimum standards now.

Work is getting underway at the Barbican Estate to increase the safety standards of the residential development, especially when it comes to issues with fire.

Sabrina Bailey, director of Allard Bailey Family Law, explains why legal processes are blind to some of the glaring issues surrounding marriage breakdowns.

City of London Corporation policy chair, Catherine McGuinness, says firms in the Square Mile and beyond should not allow Brexit fatigue to turn into Brexit complacency.

A local children’s charity has received nearly £50,000 from the City Bridge Trust to provide 500 counselling sessions to London’s young crime victims.

London Assembly Member Unmesh Desai has welcomed the government’s decision to boost funding for the protection of places of worship to £1.6million.

On 28 September teams from City Livery Companies, Square Mile corporates, and charities will take part in the Lord Mayor’s Appeal’s second ever Dragon Boat Race.

The Worshipful Company of Woolmen has announced that the Rt Hon Michael Portillo will be leading the 2019 Sheep Drive over London Bridge on 29 September.

The mayor has announced major plans to help Londoners ‘reclaim’ the streets and enjoy hundreds of free events for Car Free Day celebrations on 22 September.

Residents of the Barbican Estate staged a silent protest to draw attention to their growing concerns about proposals to extend the City of London School for Girls.

After three seperate attempts of contact Aung San Suu Kyi, the City of London Corporation have voted to suspend her Honorary Freedom of the City award.

The City of London Corporation looks for a bit of animal magic to maintain Hampstead Heath, possibly replacing lawn mowers with old fashioned sheep.

The City of London Corporation has recently published the UK’s first wind microclimate guidelines for new development proposals in the Square Mile.

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