The History of London Government

The history of London Government is – like the city itself – a complex one. For more than a century Governments and commissions have explored, altered and abolished the structures of the capital’s administration.

The Mayor of London

Ken Livingstone was elected as the first Mayor of London on 4 May 2000. He was re-elected in June 2004. On 2nd May 2008 Boris Johnson was confirmed as the second Mayor of London.

The London Assembly

The London Assembly is a scrutinising body with 25 elected members. Of these, fourteen are constituency members (they were elected on a direct vote like MP’s and Councillors) and 11 “London members” who are appointed from a list drawn up by each party.

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