The London Buzz - 15th August 2024
Briefly

Nearly 1,500 Londoners were unable to participate in the recent mayoral and Assembly elections due to issues with lacking valid photo ID, raising concerns about voter turnout.
The police are probing a racially motivated attack following the vandalism of Mary Seacole’s statue, signifying ongoing tensions around race and representation in London.
Transport for London plans to initiate a consultation on new pedicab regulations in early 2025 in response to growing concerns regarding their unregulated usage, which affects safety and noise.
The alarming rise in gonorrhoea cases in London, which doubled over the last decade, highlights a worrisome trend involving antibiotic-resistant strains, calling for urgent public health attention.
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