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Why London’s schools must stay at the top of the class

September 29, 2016 - Jennette Arnold@JennetteArnold

London is now the top performing region at GCSE level and the second best at A level. Sustained funding, as well as better partnership working between teachers, schools, parents and local authorities drove this improvement, and continues to do so.

A farewell message From Jennette Arnold AM OBE – current Chair of the London Assembly

March 16, 2016 - Jennette Arnold@JennetteArnold

This year alone we have produced 20 reports covering topics addressing issues as diverse as night-time policing, support for private renters, motorcycle safety and childcare provision, while maintaining a laser like focus on the Mayor’s programmes and spending priorities.

The London Assembly is “a powerful force for good” and a champion of transparency

May 13, 2015 - Jennette Arnold@JennetteArnold

Our job is to make sure that everyone in the capital gets the value for money and the transparency they deserve. We provide Londoners with the reassurance that back-room deals, under-the-table tactics and simple bad business decisions are not allowed to happen.

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