Scam warning for Londoners

Londoners are being warned against “hundreds” of scams including pyramid schemes, lottery wins or investment opportunities as part of a month long ‘Scamnesty’ campaign. The warning forms part of Consumer Direct London’s month long ‘Scamnesty’ campaign designed to raise public awareness of scams which involve requests for personal information including personal details and bank details.

Report: ‘Greater devolution could save billions’

Greater devolution to the capital could save taxpayers “ billions of pounds” according to a new PricewaterhouseCoopers report commissioned by London Councils, the pan-London body which represents London’s local authorities.

London Councils attack ATOC Freedom Pass increase

London council tax payers face a steep increase in the costs associated with transporting Freedom Pass holders by train according to London Councils, the pan-London body which represents the capital’s local authorities.

Public to help decide priorities for £28m grant fund

Londoners are being asked for ideas on how the pan-London body London Councils should distribute its £28m a year grants budget.

Freedom Pass holders advised to renew early

Freedom Pass holders are being urged to renew their pass “well ahead” of the 31st March expiry date to ensure they continue to benefit from free travel on London’s buses, trains, London Underground, trams, and the Docklands Light Railway.

Mayor urged to extend developments paying Crossrail levy

Boris Johnson should reduce the burden faced by office developers in helping fund Crossrail by levying a charge on developers of retail and hotel projects according to London Councils, the body which represents the capital’s local authorities.

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