It has always been my position that through a more coordinated and strategically planned health protection and provision we can reduce inequalities and improve care. Together, alongside better coordination with the voluntary sector, I do believe we can make London a healthier place for all.
Chancellor should go further with London devolution commitments
Last Friday, Chancellor George Osborne and Mayor of London Boris Johnson launched their long-term economic plan for London. This was largely welcomed by the London business community and London Chamber of Commerce in particular, as many of the economic measures announced are areas that the Chamber has long been uniquely calling for.
Five hurdles the Tory mayoral candidate must clear
Whoever becomes the Tory mayoral candidate is going to face the fight of their career, so it’s worth knowing what hurdles lie ahead in order to judge who has the legs to clear them.
The London Assembly needs greater powers, a wider remit and more self-respect
On Tuesday I took part in a Centre for London panel on the future of the London Assembly, it was a lively discussion which included defences of the Assembly, suggestions of additional powers and even calls for its abolition.
Uber London meter row gets one step closer to the High Court
The row over Uber’s legality in London is one step closer to reaching the courts after the Taxi trade offer to give up the private prosecutions brought against some Uber drivers.



