Mayor of London to get new powers to build homes on TfL land
The Mayor of London will gain powers for housing development on Transport for London land through a clause in the English Devolution and Community Empowerment Bill.
Angela Rayner backs mayoral calls for hotel 'tourist tax' despite hospitality sector concerns
Angela Rayner has supported calls for a local 'tourist tax' on hotel stays, a proposal backed by several Labour metro mayors aimed at funding infrastructure.
A mess of our own making': Labour mayors reflect on Starmer's first year
Keir Starmer's government is perceived as disconnected from the Labour party, with regional mayors criticizing missteps by Downing Street that affect support.