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Free NHS support for those wanting to quit smoking in the City and Hackney

Smokefree City & Hackney is the free stop smoking service for anyone who either lives, works, studies or has a GP in the City of London or Hackney.

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A case for increased mental health awareness in first aid training

Lee Millam, Counsellor, Life Coach and Trainer, talks to us about the increased push for authorities to include more mental health teachings within first aid training.
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Free NHS support for those wanting to quit smoking in the City and Hackney

Smokefree City & Hackney is the free stop smoking service for anyone who either lives, works, studies or has a GP in the City of London or Hackney.

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The City of London’s top outdoor fitness classes

London Gyms are reopening, but there are plenty of outdoor fitness classes in and around the Square Mile for those who still aren’t ready to sweat it out indoors.
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Golden Lane Sport & Fitness serves up tennis sessions

Fusion Lifestyle and the City of London Corporation have given the greenlight for tennis to restart at Golden Lane Sport & Fitness. The centre will be operating in...
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Deandre Liggins’ tips for kickstarting your fitness regime

Deandre Liggins, NBA veteran and star guard for the London Lions gives his top tips for kickstarting your fitness regime as lockdown eases and Bits return to working out.
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Six alternative at-home workouts for lockdown

We spoke to the experts at Shakti Himalaya who outline some ways to keep fit when you’re stuck indoors - going beyond standard home workout ideas we keep hearing...
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National HIV Testing Week: at-home testing available to City residents

It’s National HIV Testing Week this week (1-7 February) and a great opportunity to test for HIV, especially as free at-home sexual health kits are available to City of...
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Mental health charity ‘Hear Us’ receives grant from City Bridge Trust

'Hear Us' will be able to help twice as many people manage their finances, access benefits and maintain vital social contact thanks to a new grant from the City...
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When to get professional relationship advice

Searching the web for help with relationship struggles can be beneficial, but sometimes this just isn't enough and professional counsellors are needed.
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How to go the distance during Dry January

This month is Dry January, when people around the UK stop drinking alcohol for the month and try to address the effects of overindulgence during the festive season. If you...
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How to stay energised during the national Covid lockdown

Last year was exhausting. And ‘normal’ is still a long way away. That’s why we’ve been looking into all the different kinds of ways we can stay motivated, positive...
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These are some of the top fitness trends for 2021

How we workout has been totally uprooted in 2020, and London gyms have adapted with a whole host of online and in-person workouts to help boost both your physical...
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Helping students help themselves to good mental health during pandemic

Hundreds of London’s university students struggling with their emotional wellbeing during the coronavirus pandemic and beyond will get help – thanks to new funding for a mental health...
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Central London Samaritans to be there for those struggling over Christmas

Christmas will be a tough time for some even without a global pandemic to deal with, say Samaritans, as the charity’s latest research reveals that being separated...
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City Wellbeing Centre’s advice on coping with continued lockdown

Trained therapists from the Square Mile's City Wellbeing Centre offer some advice on coping with a continued lockdown, to help ease both personal and professional stresses.
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Workplace stress and the challenges of working from home

Expert help is now available for City Workers facing the psychological challenges of working from home, thanks to the new City Wellbeing Centre opening last month.
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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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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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Young Londoners plan virtual festival for World Mental Health Day 2020

Young Londoners will be at the forefront of a virtual festival hosted by the Mayor of London's Peer Outreach Team and Thrive LDN to mark World Mental...
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Central London Samaritans make public call on World Mental Health Day

Central London Samaritans is reminding people to check in and support anyone who might be struggling during the coronavirus pandemic on World Mental Health Day. At a time when looking...
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Top beauty spots now open in the City of London

Getting your nails done, having your beard trimmed or receiving a massage can have huge effects on your mental wellbeing - that's why we are so pumped to see...
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7 ways to snack smarter, according to a nutritionist

As soon as we get into the habit of mindlessly snacking, we may find that it can take over regular mealtimes and lead to a higher intake...

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Women in Philanthropy: “Not just ribbon cutters”

A common criticism of charitable giving is that it is dominated by older, white...
By Jo Davy 8th March 2018
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City Hall slams flexible rail fare ticket scheme

City Hall Labour has criticised a new flexible rail ticket scheme that does not...
By Joe Talora 22nd June 2021
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Food & Drink
Lunch markets return to the Square Mile’s Guildhall Yard

Street food stalls are returning to the City of London as the historic Guildhall...
By Andrew Zuccala 21st June 2021
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Entertainment
The City Music Foundations upcoming live performances

The City Music Foundation is back up and running with live performances taking place...
By Andrew Zuccala 21st June 2021
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Hub for green learning opens with City Bridge Trust support

A hub for green learning in south London which went global during the...
By Ben Brown 21st June 2021
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NHS launches capital-wide blood donor appeal

The NHS has made an urgent appeal for blood donors in London over the...
By Joe Talora 21st June 2021
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Business
Calls for SMEs to shape new strategy to support Square Mile firms

The City of London Corporation is urging Square Mile SMEs to get involved in discussions about how to support the...
By Ben Brown 21st June 2021
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‘It’s vital to act now to protect our city for future generations’

One thing that the Covid-19 pandemic has underlined to us all is the...
By Catherine McGuinness 18th June 2021
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Policy Chair sets out work to support Square Mile recovery

The City of London Corporation’s Policy Chair Catherine McGuinness set out a range...
By Ben Brown 18th June 2021
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TfL wins Bishopsgate Streetspace scheme court appeal

TfL has successfully appealed a court decision that had ruled its Bishopsgate Streetspace scheme...
By Joe Talora 18th June 2021
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Food & Drink
The best games bars in & around the City of London

The City of London is full of great alternative bars where you can drink...
By Andrew Zuccala 17th June 2021
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