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Sadiq Khan to 'consider' installing vast floor map of London at City Hall

The old City Hall in London had a popular aerial map that was left behind when the Greater London Authority moved to the Royal Docks.
Members of the London Assembly are calling for an updated version of the map to be installed at the current City Hall to improve its representation and make it more welcoming for visitors.

Nicky Gavron obituary

Nicky Gavron was a pioneering London politician whose influential work on the London Plan transformed urban planning and development in the city.

London Assembly demands 'proper funding' to fix cladding crisis with nearly 2,000 buildings at risk

Accelerated removal of dangerous cladding in London is contingent upon increased government funding to meet safety recommendations.

Lightweight PPE for London firefighters in short supply amid 'ever-greater likelihood' of wildfires

The London Assembly warns of a lack of lightweight PPE for firefighters despite increasing wildfire risks in the capital.

Met faces 'eyewatering' choices - commissioner

The Metropolitan Police faces severe financial challenges, risking operational capabilities and potential station closures without additional government funding.
Sir Mark Rowley emphasized the urgent need for better funding to upkeep police infrastructure and maintain services effectively.

A vast new art trail could soon link up all 32 London boroughs

Lord Bailey proposes creating a public art trail in all London boroughs to boost local tourism and celebrate cultural contributions.

Sadiq Khan to 'consider' installing vast floor map of London at City Hall

The old City Hall in London had a popular aerial map that was left behind when the Greater London Authority moved to the Royal Docks.
Members of the London Assembly are calling for an updated version of the map to be installed at the current City Hall to improve its representation and make it more welcoming for visitors.

Nicky Gavron obituary

Nicky Gavron was a pioneering London politician whose influential work on the London Plan transformed urban planning and development in the city.

London Assembly demands 'proper funding' to fix cladding crisis with nearly 2,000 buildings at risk

Accelerated removal of dangerous cladding in London is contingent upon increased government funding to meet safety recommendations.

Lightweight PPE for London firefighters in short supply amid 'ever-greater likelihood' of wildfires

The London Assembly warns of a lack of lightweight PPE for firefighters despite increasing wildfire risks in the capital.

Met faces 'eyewatering' choices - commissioner

The Metropolitan Police faces severe financial challenges, risking operational capabilities and potential station closures without additional government funding.
Sir Mark Rowley emphasized the urgent need for better funding to upkeep police infrastructure and maintain services effectively.

A vast new art trail could soon link up all 32 London boroughs

Lord Bailey proposes creating a public art trail in all London boroughs to boost local tourism and celebrate cultural contributions.
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Sadiq Khan urged to confirm whether his free school meals programme will continue

Sadiq Khan is facing pressure to reveal whether he plans to extend his free school meal program into the next academic year.
A letter from the London Assembly's budget and performance committee, authored by its Conservative chair Neil Garratt, urges Khan to make a decision on the program's future and states that an earlier announcement would help boroughs with their planning.

Deepfakes a 'slippery slope' for democracy, says London mayor

Mr Khan states the intent of the audio clip was to sow seeds of hatred and division.
Mr Devenish suggests writing a cross-party letter to the Met Commissioner about the matter.
Mr Devenish believes there should be a change in law to address incidents like this.

Sadiq Khan urged to confirm whether his free school meals programme will continue

Sadiq Khan is facing pressure to reveal whether he plans to extend his free school meal program into the next academic year.
A letter from the London Assembly's budget and performance committee, authored by its Conservative chair Neil Garratt, urges Khan to make a decision on the program's future and states that an earlier announcement would help boroughs with their planning.

Deepfakes a 'slippery slope' for democracy, says London mayor

Mr Khan states the intent of the audio clip was to sow seeds of hatred and division.
Mr Devenish suggests writing a cross-party letter to the Met Commissioner about the matter.
Mr Devenish believes there should be a change in law to address incidents like this.
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Drink spiking in London has quadrupled over last five years

The number of drink spiking offenses in London has increased by over 300% from 2018 to 2022.
There were 2,066 drink spiking offenses in London in 2022 and 1,788 offenses so far in 2023, with the possibility of the final number being even higher.
Only 57 of the reported drink spiking offenses in 2023 led to criminal charges, indicating a need for more prosecutions.

London Assembly member Onkar Sahota told he cannot fight next year's City Hall election

Dr. Onkar Sahota, ally of Sadiq Khan, has been told he cannot keep his City Hall job after next year's mayoral election.
Labor Party has decided not to include Dr. Sahota on its shortlist of candidates for the constituency.
Two candidates, Ealing councillors Jasbir Anand and Bassam Mahfouz, have made the shortlist to replace Dr. Sahota as the party's candidate.
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