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Londoners could be in danger from the con that is the ‘Boris Bus’

July 20, 2015 - Christian Wolmar

As well as posing a safety risk, the buses are not operating in the environmentally friendly way that was promised because the batteries which are supposed to provide the vehicles’ hybrid power are frequently failing.

Filed Under: Comment

A letter for all Londoners – from Christian Wolmar

May 11, 2015 - Christian Wolmar

I care so deeply about running for Mayor, and earning the chance to serve. 

I’ve not sat in the Commons, but I have dedicated my life to writing and campaigning on social issues. I’ve been campaigning for the Labour nomination since 2012 because I think London deserves better than the tired routine epitomised by the last mayoral campaign.

Filed Under: 2016 London Elections, Comment Tagged With: 2016 London Elections

Labour’s Mayoral selection – a double missed opportunity

October 30, 2014 - Christian Wolmar

Potential Labour Mayoral runner Christian Wolmar says the party’s process for picking a candidate is a missed opportunity that will struggle to attract voters.

Filed Under: 2016 London Elections, Comment Tagged With: 2016 London Elections

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