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The Barbican Center to Undergo Major Renewal and Upgrade, Planned to Begin First Phase in 2027

The Barbican Centre is undergoing a £191 million renewal program to address repairs, enhance accessibility, and improve energy efficiency.
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Two of London's oldest markets are closing for good after 850 years

Smithfield and Billingsgate markets will close permanently by 2028, marking the end of an 850-year history.

Traders shocked by 'bombshell' market closure announcement

The City of London Corporation plans to close Billingsgate and Smithfield Markets, prioritizing redevelopment over fish merchant interests.

End of an era: Historic 900-year-old London meat market faces the chop by 2028

The City of London Corporation voted to close the historical Smithfield Market in 2028, preserving its history but sacrificing a potential relocation.

London's Smithfield Market at risk of closure after more than 800 years

Smithfield meat market faces potential closure as the City of London Corporation votes on withdrawing from its management.

Billingsgate and Smithfield Markets to Close After More Than 850 Years of Trading

Plans to move historic markets Billingsgate and Smithfield from central London have been abandoned due to rising project costs, risking their permanent closure by 2028.

Smithfield And Billingsgate Markets Will Soon Close Permanently - Within A Matter Of Years

Plans to relocate London's Smithfield and Billingsgate markets have been outright rejected, risking their closure by 2028.

Two of London's oldest markets are closing for good after 850 years

Smithfield and Billingsgate markets will close permanently by 2028, marking the end of an 850-year history.

Traders shocked by 'bombshell' market closure announcement

The City of London Corporation plans to close Billingsgate and Smithfield Markets, prioritizing redevelopment over fish merchant interests.

End of an era: Historic 900-year-old London meat market faces the chop by 2028

The City of London Corporation voted to close the historical Smithfield Market in 2028, preserving its history but sacrificing a potential relocation.

London's Smithfield Market at risk of closure after more than 800 years

Smithfield meat market faces potential closure as the City of London Corporation votes on withdrawing from its management.

Billingsgate and Smithfield Markets to Close After More Than 850 Years of Trading

Plans to move historic markets Billingsgate and Smithfield from central London have been abandoned due to rising project costs, risking their permanent closure by 2028.

Smithfield And Billingsgate Markets Will Soon Close Permanently - Within A Matter Of Years

Plans to relocate London's Smithfield and Billingsgate markets have been outright rejected, risking their closure by 2028.
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Historic Billingsgate Market set to close

The City of London Corporation will cease operations at Billingsgate Market and pay compensation to traders.
#banksy

New Banksy artwork moved by City of London to avoid theft

Banksy artwork of piranhas has been relocated safely from near Old Bailey for public viewing.

Banksy's Piranha police box moved for its own safety

The Banksy artwork featuring piranhas in a police sentry box has been relocated by the City of London Corporation to a safe location for public viewing.

New Banksy artwork moved by City of London to avoid theft

Banksy artwork of piranhas has been relocated safely from near Old Bailey for public viewing.

Banksy's Piranha police box moved for its own safety

The Banksy artwork featuring piranhas in a police sentry box has been relocated by the City of London Corporation to a safe location for public viewing.
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#housing-issues

'Envied' estate now 'overrun with mice and mould'

Residents of York Way Estate in Islington raise concerns about neglect and focus on new developments by City of London Corporation.

Lewisham resident is looped into internal email thread about her housing complaint

Persistent damp issues in a City of London owned property in Lewisham led to mold problems due to delayed ventilation works post window replacements.

'Envied' estate now 'overrun with mice and mould'

Residents of York Way Estate in Islington raise concerns about neglect and focus on new developments by City of London Corporation.

Lewisham resident is looped into internal email thread about her housing complaint

Persistent damp issues in a City of London owned property in Lewisham led to mold problems due to delayed ventilation works post window replacements.
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#community-engagement

Plans to transform subterranean wartime Kingsway Tunnels site into cultural attraction approved - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The City of London Corporation approved plans to convert wartime shelter tunnels into a visitor attraction, contributing to the area's history, and boosting footfall and cultural events.

Hampstead Heath running track to be reopened after 2m revamp

Parliament Hill athletics track underwent a 2 million revamp funded by the City of London Corporation.
The upgraded track now features improved long jump facilities and energy-efficient floodlights for national and international athletics events.

Plans to transform subterranean wartime Kingsway Tunnels site into cultural attraction approved - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The City of London Corporation approved plans to convert wartime shelter tunnels into a visitor attraction, contributing to the area's history, and boosting footfall and cultural events.

Hampstead Heath running track to be reopened after 2m revamp

Parliament Hill athletics track underwent a 2 million revamp funded by the City of London Corporation.
The upgraded track now features improved long jump facilities and energy-efficient floodlights for national and international athletics events.
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Key street between Bank and Monument junctions to be closed for 18 months

King William Street in Central London will undergo 18 months of works to enhance the area for pedestrians, including widening pavements and planting more trees.
The City of London Corporation's program aims to make the area more accessible and green, extending the improvements from Bank Junction to Monument.

'Safe haven' opens in 600-year-old Guildhall to tackle violence against women and girls

Guildhall designated a safe haven for women and girls in City of London Corporation headquarters.
Staff at Guildhall trained to support individuals feeling unsafe by contacting police, providing facilities, and more.

The City of London is opening its first office in the USA

The City of London Corporation is opening a US office to strengthen ties and collaborate on finance-related issues with the US, its biggest trading partner.
The new office is expected to open in 2025, with the location still to be determined.
#heritage-preservation

Tower of London heritage status faces 'real threat'

Historic England warns City of London Corporation's draft policies may threaten Tower of London's World Heritage status.

City of London Corporation accused of pushing through London Wall West scheme 'without scrutiny'

City of London Corporation under fire for lack of scrutiny in London Wall West scheme.

Tower of London heritage status faces 'real threat'

Historic England warns City of London Corporation's draft policies may threaten Tower of London's World Heritage status.

City of London Corporation accused of pushing through London Wall West scheme 'without scrutiny'

City of London Corporation under fire for lack of scrutiny in London Wall West scheme.
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Sewage floods estate in the City of London

Sewage flooding at Golden Lane Estate raises health concerns.
#west-ham-park

London's Pocket Parks: West Ham Park, E15

West Ham Park at East London is maintained by the City of London for 150 years without costing the local council, made possible through a historical agreement.

The much-loved park celebrating its 150th birthday'

West Ham Park in east London, managed by City of London Corporation since 1874, is celebrating its 150th anniversary with a family festival in July.
The park receives over 2 million visitors annually, offering various recreational activities and contributing substantial social benefits to the community.

London's Pocket Parks: West Ham Park, E15

West Ham Park at East London is maintained by the City of London for 150 years without costing the local council, made possible through a historical agreement.

The much-loved park celebrating its 150th birthday'

West Ham Park in east London, managed by City of London Corporation since 1874, is celebrating its 150th anniversary with a family festival in July.
The park receives over 2 million visitors annually, offering various recreational activities and contributing substantial social benefits to the community.
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