London News and Opinion
The Monument, the iconic landmark which commemorates the Great Fire of London, has won this year's City Heritage Award, following in the footsteps of St Paul’s Cathedral, Temple Bar and St Bartholomew’s Hospital West Wing. The annual award is given to the best refurbishment project … [Read more...]
Work is now underway on the final stage of repainting Tower Bridge and City of London officials are warning motorists and pedestrians to be aware of night-time closures necessary to allow the work to proceed. Officials say they have reduced two expected periods of full closures … [Read more...]
City of London officials have announced that six "quiet one-way streets" are to become two-way for cyclists from Monday. Local signs and road markings will be updated to reflect the new arrangements. Officials are warning pedestrians to ensure they look both ways when crossing … [Read more...]
Smokers are being warned they risk fines and even prosecution if they're caught dropping cigarette butts within the City of London. The warning comes as the City of London Corporation launches its ‘No ifs. No Butts.’ campaign and promises to "adopt a tough approach" to anyone … [Read more...]
Consultation begins next week on the ity of London Corporation’s 'Draft Core Strategy' which forms part of the Local Development Framework, a series of documents which set out the planning policies for the City of London. The draft document outlines how the City will develop … [Read more...]
The City of London's Guildhall Art Gallery will next month mark the 10th anniversary of its reopening with a major exhibition of work by the British colourist, Sir Matthew Smith. Opening Wednesday 4 November and running until Sunday 31 January 2010, the exhibition will include … [Read more...]
Nick Anstee has been elected as the 682nd Lord Mayor of the City of London and will commence his term of office from Friday 13 November (Lord Mayor’s Show and fireworks Saturday 14 November). Alderman Nick Anstee, who served as Sheriff of the City 2003-2004, is an eminent City … [Read more...]
The UK's financial services sector is a “national and international asset” which should politicians should avoid punishing or paralysing by regulatory changes, according to Ian Luder, the Lord Mayor of the City of London. Lord Mayor, who acts as ambassador and advocate for … [Read more...]
