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We must remain vigilant as City of London reopens

When zero COVID-19 deaths were reported last week, it was a stark reminder of how far we have come in tackling this pandemic. And we are soon set to reach stage four of the Roadmap. If the Government decides to go ahead it will mean the relaxing of all major...

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Met ‘prepared to tackle disorder during Euro 2020’

The Met have said they are prepared for tackling outbreaks of violence and disorder on London’s streets during the upcoming UEFA Euro 2020 tournament, but acknowledge the scale of...
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TfL services won’t fully recover until March next year

Passenger numbers on TfL services are not expected to return to pre-pandemic levels until at least March next year, according to the head of the network. Speaking at a meeting...

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London to become outdoor art gallery for Euro 2020

Pavements, roads and buildings across London will be transformed into an outdoor art gallery during the summer as the capital plays host to eight games in the UEFA Euro...
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Violent crime in London is being “suppressed” below pre-pandemic levels

Violent crime in London is being “suppressed” below pre-pandemic levels despite a recent increase in incidents, according to a senior Metropolitan Police officer. Speaking at a meeting of the London...
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Guildhall Yard food market due to make a tasty return

A popular food market is returning to the heart of London. The historic Guildhall Yard hosts a monthly lunch time food market which attracts office workers and tourists alike to...
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City of London Corporation asked to cover costs of Lord Mayor’s Show

It’s barely missed a show in over eight hundred years but the pandemic put a temporary halt to the Lord Mayor’s Show which attracts millions of viewers. The annual event...
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We must remain vigilant as City of London reopens

When zero COVID-19 deaths were reported last week, it was a stark reminder of how far we have come in tackling this pandemic. And we are...
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E-scooter rental trial begins across London

TfL and London Councils have launched a trial of e-scooter rentals across London that will last for 12 months. Electric scooters will be available to hire and ride in Ealing,...
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E-scooters used in more than 500 crimes in London last year

E-scooters were involved in more than 500 recorded crimes in London over the past year, according to data from the Met Police. Between July 1, 2020 and April 30, 2021,...
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Waterloo & City line reopens as London continues recovery

Transport for London (TfL) has announced that the Waterloo & City line will re-open today to boost the capacity of the transport network as London continues to recover from...
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Half a million Londoners still on furlough

More than half a million Londoners remain on furlough according to provisional data released by Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC). London has consistently had the highest number of staff...
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Tributes paid to victims of London Bridge terror attack

City Hall has paid tribute to the victims of the London Bridge terror attack as the capital marks the fourth anniversary of the tragic event. Eight people were killed on...
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RMT Union slams ‘disgraceful’ TfL funding deal

A leading transport union has threatened London-wide industrial action over the Government’s “disgraceful” new funding package for TfL. The £1.08 billion deal will secure TfL financially until December but comes...
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Plans to tackle fuel poverty and climate change through social housing

Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has announced plans to tackle fuel poverty and the climate emergency by upgrading London’s social homes. In what he has dubbed a “retrofit revolution”, Mr...
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City reacts to £1billion funding package for TfL

The Government has agreed a new £1.08 billion funding package for TfL that will extend financial support to December 11. As part of the deal, TfL will be expected to...
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Duo sentenced to a total of 19 years in jail after large scale investment fraud

Two men have been jailed for their part in a large-scale investment fraud after they were found guilty by a jury, following a 16-week long trial. Paul Seakens and Luke...
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Addressing housing crisis must be Government’s ‘top priority’

The cross-party London Councils group has said addressing the housing crisis must be the Government’s “top priority” following the release of a new report. Homelessness and housing charity Shelter...
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Kids cricket scheme will help improve lives

Disadvantaged young people in two east London boroughs will get the chance to use cricket as a vehicle to improve their lives. The charity Capital Kids Cricket will...
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London communities need more say over future of their high streets

Local communities in London should be given more say over the future of high streets to prevent further decline, according to a new report. The Centre for London thinktank has...
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City Corporation calls for support for India coronavirus appeal

The City of London Corporation has made a £25,000 donation to efforts to tackle the coronavirus emergency in India – and is calling for others to also show...
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City of London Corporation pays tribute to Sir Roger Gifford

The City of London Corporation has paid tribute to Sir Roger Gifford, Lord Mayor of the City of London in 2012-13, who died at home on 25 May...
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Road safety fears over newly approved sixth form for ‘high achievers’

Islington residents are concerned about road safety problems outside a local academy which has been given the go-ahead to build a new 200-pupil sixth form to attract ‘high-achieving’ pupils...

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When zero COVID-19 deaths were reported last week, it was a stark reminder of how far we have come in tackling this pandemic. And we are soon set to reach stage four of the Roadmap. If the Government decides to go ahead it will mean the relaxing of all major...

The Met have said they are prepared for tackling outbreaks of violence and disorder on London’s streets during the upcoming UEFA Euro 2020 tournament, but acknowledge the scale of...

Passenger numbers on TfL services are not expected to return to pre-pandemic levels until at least March next year, according to the head of the network. Speaking at a meeting...

Pavements, roads and buildings across London will be transformed into an outdoor art gallery during the summer as the capital plays host to eight games in the UEFA Euro...

Violent crime in London is being “suppressed” below pre-pandemic levels despite a recent increase in incidents, according to a senior Metropolitan Police officer. Speaking at a meeting of the London...

A popular food market is returning to the heart of London. The historic Guildhall Yard hosts a monthly lunch time food market which attracts office workers and tourists alike to...

It’s barely missed a show in over eight hundred years but the pandemic put a temporary halt to the Lord Mayor’s Show which attracts millions of viewers. The annual event...

When zero COVID-19 deaths were reported last week, it was a stark reminder of how far we have come in tackling this pandemic. And we are...

TfL and London Councils have launched a trial of e-scooter rentals across London that will last for 12 months. Electric scooters will be available to hire and ride in Ealing,...

E-scooters were involved in more than 500 recorded crimes in London over the past year, according to data from the Met Police. Between July 1, 2020 and April 30, 2021,...

Transport for London (TfL) has announced that the Waterloo & City line will re-open today to boost the capacity of the transport network as London continues to recover from...

More than half a million Londoners remain on furlough according to provisional data released by Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC). London has consistently had the highest number of staff...

City Hall has paid tribute to the victims of the London Bridge terror attack as the capital marks the fourth anniversary of the tragic event. Eight people were killed on...

A leading transport union has threatened London-wide industrial action over the Government’s “disgraceful” new funding package for TfL. The £1.08 billion deal will secure TfL financially until December but comes...

Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has announced plans to tackle fuel poverty and the climate emergency by upgrading London’s social homes. In what he has dubbed a “retrofit revolution”, Mr...

The Government has agreed a new £1.08 billion funding package for TfL that will extend financial support to December 11. As part of the deal, TfL will be expected to...

Two men have been jailed for their part in a large-scale investment fraud after they were found guilty by a jury, following a 16-week long trial. Paul Seakens and Luke...

The cross-party London Councils group has said addressing the housing crisis must be the Government’s “top priority” following the release of a new report. Homelessness and housing charity Shelter...

Disadvantaged young people in two east London boroughs will get the chance to use cricket as a vehicle to improve their lives. The charity Capital Kids Cricket will...

Local communities in London should be given more say over the future of high streets to prevent further decline, according to a new report. The Centre for London thinktank has...

The City of London Corporation has made a £25,000 donation to efforts to tackle the coronavirus emergency in India – and is calling for others to also show...

The City of London Corporation has paid tribute to Sir Roger Gifford, Lord Mayor of the City of London in 2012-13, who died at home on 25 May...

Islington residents are concerned about road safety problems outside a local academy which has been given the go-ahead to build a new 200-pupil sixth form to attract ‘high-achieving’ pupils...

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A popular food market is returning to the heart of London. The historic Guildhall Yard...

It’s barely missed a show in over eight hundred years but the pandemic put...

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