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www.independent.co.uk
2 hours ago
London politics

What do final London Mayoral election polls predict for Sadiq Khan and Susan Hall?

Sadiq Khan is the favorite to win his third term as London's Mayor, but the gap between him and his Conservative challenger is narrowing. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 day ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan endorsed by Star Wars actor Mark Hamill in London mayoral election

Sadiq Khan endorsed by Mark Hamill for London Mayor election, praised for cleaning up the city's air. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 days ago
London politics

London mayoral election: Candidates give their last pitches before voters cast ballots

Sadiq Khan expressed concerns about low voter turnout benefiting his rival [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 days ago
London

London mayor elections: Susan Hall 'honestly believes' she can deliver shock defeat of Sadiq Khan

The Tory candidate believes she can defeat Sadiq Khan by addressing issues like rising crime and Ulez expansion. [ more ]
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www.newsshopper.co.uk
13 hours ago
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Full updating list of London mayoral election results

Change in voting system for London elections to first-past-the-post method. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 day ago
London

Watch: Conservative London Mayor candidate Susan Hall casts vote in local election

London mayoral elections underway with Susan Hall as Conservative candidate. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 days ago
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Hainault stabbing devastating and appalling,' says London mayor Sadiq Khan

Mayor Sadiq Khan expressed devastation over the Hainault attack, praising emergency services. A 14-year-old died, and the suspect, armed with a sword, is in custody after being tasered. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 days ago
London

Sadiq Khan warns Tory councils he could 'intervene' to build more homes

Mayor Sadiq Khan's failing London Plan faces criticism for bureaucracy affecting planning permissions, while his Tory opponent Susan Hall focuses on building more affordable family homes. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
4 days ago
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Sadiq Khan has 'completely lost control' of London's streets, say families of victims

Knife crime in London has increased by 38% since Mayor Sadiq Khan took office. Families of victims blame lack of control and lenient policies for the surge. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
4 days ago
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Sadiq Khan promises extra cash to tackle gang violence if he wins London mayoral vote

Sadiq Khan pledges to expand MyEnds initiative to 11 boroughs if reelected. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
13 hours ago
London politics

Local election results 2024: Tories expecting difficult' evening, transport secretary concedes, as votes are counted live

Transport Secretary Mark Harper expresses concern over potential tough evening for Conservatives amidst fears of heavy losses. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 day ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan calls Tories unpatriotic for trying to do London down'

Sadiq Khan accuses Conservatives of hindering London's progress and treating the capital in an unpatriotic manner. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 days ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan urges young Londoners to vote or risk repeat of Brexit and Trump victory'

Sadiq Khan urges young Londoners to vote in mayoral election to prevent a surprise Conservative victory resembling Brexit or Trump's win. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London

Tories delete Sadiq Khan attack ad showing New York instead of London

The Conservatives deleted an attack ad criticizing Sadiq Khan's record on crime in London after using footage from a New York subway station.
London has lower crime rates compared to the national average, including lower rates of antisocial behavior, murders, and firearm assaults. [ more ]
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www.independent.co.uk
1 day ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan and his dog arrive at polling station as London mayor casts election vote

Sadiq Khan, current Mayor of London, voted in local elections, including for his mayoral seat, with his wife and dog, showcasing civic participation and responsibility. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
22 hours ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan Rips Lee Anderson For Fuelling Hate Crime' After ITV Publish Leaked Recording

Sadiq Khan criticized Reform UK MP for fueling hate crime and violent threats against him. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago
London politics

Vote Lib Dem to fix the Met

Support Liberal Democrats on all three London ballot papers for Met Police reform. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 day ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan accuses Lee Anderson of fuelling hate' amid secret recording

Sadiq Khan accuses Lee Anderson of fuelling hate crime with remarks, highlighting consequences of divisive rhetoric. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 days ago
London politics

Khan's lead down to 10 points in final poll before mayoral election

The London Mayoral Election shows a tightened race, Khan at 42% and Hall at 32% with varying levels of satisfaction towards Khan's performance. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 days ago
London politics

Don't be 'scared' into voting for Sadiq Khan, Greens candidate Zoe Garbett warns

Green Party London Mayoral candidate Zoe Garbett urges voters to vote for what they believe in, criticizes tactics of scaring people into voting for other candidates. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 days ago
London politics

Tory hopeful for London mayor joins anti-Ulez Facebook group rife with Islamophobia

Tory candidate Susan Hall joins Islamophobic Facebook group targeting opponent Sadiq Khan, potentially endangering safety. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 week ago
London politics

Tory MP suggests Londoners vote for 'someone else' over Sadiq Khan - without naming Susan Hall

The Conservative Party in London is seemingly conceding defeat and aiming to reduce Sadiq Khan's majority in the upcoming mayoral election. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
London politics

Tory candidate for London mayor has Trumpian attitude to climate, says Khan

Sadiq Khan accuses his Conservative rival of being Trumpian over climate crisis and announces plans for solar panels on schools. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
London

A Grim Tory Ad About London Crime Used New York Footage

The Conservative Party ad used footage of a 2017 incident in Penn Station, New York to depict crime in London.
The ad aimed to influence voters in London to choose Susan Hall over Sadiq Khan for mayor. [ more ]
ITV News
1 month ago
London politics

Tories delete Sadiq Khan attack ad showing New York rather than London | ITV News

The Conservative Party's attack ad on Labour featuring misleading New York footage was quickly withdrawn and edited.
London Mayor Sadiq Khan faced a deceptive attack from the Tory mayoral candidate's ad, prompting criticism for talking down London. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
1 month ago
London politics

Tory Party Goes Full MAGA': Backlash Over Tory Ad Attacking Mayor Sadiq Khan

The Conservative Party faced backlash for an ad targeting London mayor Sadiq Khan, making false claims about crime statistics and enforcement tactics.
Critics and experts pointed out that the video was filled with inaccuracies and amateur propaganda, comparing the tactics to those of former U.S. President Donald Trump. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
4 days ago
London politics

London mayoral election: Susan Hall claims Sadiq Khan 'can't stand women' and ignores her in lift

Susan Hall accuses Mayor Khan of failing to deliver and disrespecting women despite claiming the moral high ground. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
4 days ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan's failed in his key duty: to keep us safe from crime

Sadiq Khan's failure to address crime and safety as London Mayor is highlighted in the article. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 days ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan: Will Labour Party candidate win his third term as London mayor in 2024

Sadiq Khan, London Mayor, pledges to build 40,000 new council homes and end rough sleeping by 2030, if re-elected. He vows to tackle violence against women and uphold flagship policies like Ulez. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
6 days ago
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Poll finds most Londoners 'concerned' by Susan Hall's social media comments on climate change

London Mayor Sadiq Khan holds a significant lead over his Tory rival due to voters' concerns about Susan Hall's past statements on climate change. [ more ]
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2 weeks ago
London politics

Why London's Muslim mayor needs the same security as the king

Sadiq Khan, as London's mayor, faces significant security threats and challenges due to his religious and ethnic background. [ more ]
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1 month ago
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Sadiq Khan hits back at Tory MP's call for 'independence' from City Hall

Romford MP criticizes Mayor of London for catastrophic reign
Call for more independence for traditional boroughs like Havering [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 days ago
London politics

Online casino firm 888.com to withdraw UK adverts after backlash

Online casino 888.com withdrawing ads from London's transport network due to backlash over tone, spurring criticism of Mayor Sadiq Khan for initial acceptance. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
6 days ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan forced to apologise to Chief Rabbi for suggesting Gaza ceasefire criticism due to him being Muslim

Apology issued by Sadiq Khan to Chief Rabbi after implying criticism is due to his Muslim faith. [ more ]
Time Out London
1 week ago
London politics

Here's why London could get loads more commuter trains

Sadiq Khan aims to have TfL control commuter routes if re-elected, potentially extending Oyster card use and increasing frequency of services. [ more ]
Time Out London
1 week ago
London

The Thames could be safe to swim in... by 2034

Sadiq Khan plans to make the Thames swimmable by 2034, aiming to clean up the polluted river within a decade. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 week ago
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Sadiq Khan wants to bring WrestleMania to London if he wins third term as mayor

WrestleMania could be held in London under Sadiq Khan's plans to bring more big sporting events to the capital. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 week ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan admits mayoral elections will be judgement day on Ulez and other transport policies

Mayoral elections will be a judgment day on the popularity of Sadiq Khan's transport policies like Ulez. [ more ]
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1 week ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan Brands Tory Rival Susan Hall Most Dangerous Candidate' He's Faced

Sadiq Khan labeled Tory candidate Susan Hall as the most dangerous rival he has faced due to controversial social media posts during a heated debate on LBC radio. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 week ago
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London mayoral elections: What are the candidates' plans for public transport?

Sadiq Khan's focus on restoring TfL finances and improving transport has been a key area of success and scrutiny during his time in office. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 week ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan pledges 3m for 'gangbusters' high street crime crackdown - and new pilot scheme to tackle phone theft

Sadiq Khan promises a 3m gangbusters crackdown on high street crime if re-elected. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 week ago
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London mayoral election: How has Sadiq Khan's Ulez scheme and other transport policies helped the capital?

Sadiq Khan's transport policies, including Ulez, have significantly improved London's air quality, garnering praise from environmental groups despite some controversies. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
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Sadiq Khan taunts Trump during Eid celebrations: This is how we run in London'

Sadiq Khan taunts Donald Trump at Eid festival in London, highlighting diversity as a strength. [ more ]
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1 week ago
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Sadiq Khan wants to DOUBLE Superloop routes if re-elected as Mayor of London

Sadiq Khan plans to double Superloop routes in London if re-elected as Mayor, introducing 'Superloop 2' with new express bus services. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago
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Sadiq Khan pledges London Olympics bid and rules out road charging as he launches mayoral election manifesto

Sadiq Khan promises to rule out a pay-per-mile road charging system, continue the freeze on Tube and bus fares if re-elected, and aims to bring back the Olympics in 2040. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
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Khan vows to set up baby banks' in every London borough if re-elected mayor

Sadiq Khan's manifesto proposes baby banks in all London boroughs for essential items for families.
Khan pledges to make free school meals permanent, contrasting with the Conservative candidate's plan to scrap it. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago
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Green Party promise to hire 'Loo Czar' and London Toilet Commission in mayoral election

The Greens see improving public toilet provision as a key factor in winning votes in the City Hall race. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago
London politics

London mayoral race: Tory candidate Susan Hall forced to defend criticism of free school meals at TV hustings

Sadiq Khan denies plans for pay-per-mile road pricing. [ more ]
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2 weeks ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan pledges new legal advice service for rape and assault survivors if he wins election

Sadiq Khan and Susan Hall propose different approaches to improve women's safety in London through police recruitment and legal support. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago
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Lib Dems pledge to clamp down on London sexual offences as party launches mayoral manifesto

Revamping the Met Police with a new Sexual Offences Unit led by Rob Blackie aims to double offender capture, positioning against Sadiq Khan's poor crime record. [ more ]
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2 weeks ago
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Sadiq Khan vows to 'eliminate' rough sleeping in London by 2030

The number of people living on the streets has increased significantly since Sadiq Khan became the Mayor of London. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
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Sadiq Khan pledges to eliminate rough sleeping in London once and for all'

Sadiq Khan pledges to eliminate rough sleeping in London by allocating an extra 10m to address the growing humanitarian crisis. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago
London

London murders of four women in three weeks unimaginable', says Sadiq Khan

Sadiq Khan vows to tackle violent crime in London's brutal murders and invests in violence prevention. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 weeks ago
London politics

Khan continues to hold commanding lead with main parties in London at risk of being squeezed by insurgents

Sadiq Khan maintains significant lead over Susan Hall for London mayoralty, facing competition from Green and Reform UK candidates. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan retains 'commanding lead' over Susan Hall in latest mayoral election poll

Labour mayor Sadiq Khan is likely to win an historic third term based on current polling.
Poll results show Khan has a 13-point lead over Tory candidate Susan Hall, with strong support from his 2021 voters. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London

London mayoral election: Transport is definitely the key legacy area for Sadiq Khan'

Sadiq Khan focused on restoring TfL's finances, now showing annual surplus after government bailouts.
TfL issues like aging trains on lines and union walkouts still persist, despite prior financial woes being resolved. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London politics

Fact checkers brand Tory Susan Hall's pay-per-mile claim 'deceptive'

Mayor Sadiq Khan denies introducing a charge for motorists based on the distance they drive.
Conservative mayoral candidate Susan Hall's campaign criticized for deceptive leaflets suggesting Kahn will implement a pay-per-mile system. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
4 weeks ago
London

London's cultural reboot: Sadiq Khan pledges 38billion creative industries boost

London's cultural and creative industries to deliver a 3billion boost to the capital's economy by 2028.
Sadiq Khan vows to turbo-charge the cultural sector if re-elected, proposing a further 25 million for the Museum of London. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
4 weeks ago
London

London mayoral election: What has Sadiq Khan done to tackle the housing crisis?

Sadiq Khan's efforts in tackling the housing crisis have not significantly eased the situation; prices remain high, and housing shortage persists.
Housebuilding in London has slowed due to various setbacks, making it harder to create new housing than in past years. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
4 weeks ago
London

BBC 'sorry' after playing Susan Hall party political broadcast instead of Sadiq Khan's

The BBC mistakenly aired the wrong party political broadcast for Sadiq Khan, which was supposed to be shown after the London evening news.
The mix-up resulted in frustration and criticism as Labour's broadcast was unavailable on catch-up and Tories faced backlash for their campaign approach. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
4 weeks ago
London

Labour launch London growth plan' to help create 150,000 jobs

London aims to create additional jobs in various sectors, including finance, retail, hospitality, health, life sciences, and fintech.
Mayor Sadiq Khan and Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves are focused on bolstering London's economy and job market. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan aiming to create 150,000 high-quality, well-paid jobs' by 2028

Sadiq Khan plans to create 150,000 jobs in London by 2028 through a growth plan developed with various stakeholders.
Focus on boosting small businesses, outer London, and key sectors like AI, cyber, health, and creative industries for economic growth. [ more ]
Time Out London
1 month ago
London

The Superloop rapid bus network could be getting extended into southeast London

Sadiq Khan plans Bakerloop service between Lewisham and Elephant and Castle as an extension to Superloop.
Bakerloo line extension facing funding challenges, leading to creation of Bakerloop limited-stopping route. [ more ]
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1 month ago
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Plans for new south east London 'Bakerloop' bus to mirror proposed tube extension

New express bus route 'Bakerloop' to connect south east London to central London mirroring Bakerloo Line extension.
Success of Superloop buses leads to introduction of Bakerloop for quicker transport between specified areas. [ more ]
Londonist
1 month ago
London politics

Sadiq Promises 'Bakerloop' Express Bus Route

Promise of Bakerloop express bus route by Sadiq Khan if reelected as Mayor of London.
Proposed route would mirror the Bakerloo line tube extension to Lewisham, while tube completion date could be as late as 2040. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago
London politics

Khan quietly ditches 'Track My Crime' victim tool

Sadiq Khan has abandoned the 'Track My Crime' tool for crime victims.
Rob Blackie criticizes Sadiq Khan for not following through on promises related to crime initiatives. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London politics

Dog-whistles and lies in London mayoral video show the Tories will stop at nothing to win | Observer editorial

Conservative mayoral campaign in London used misinformation to depict the city as crime-ridden, despite statistics showing otherwise.
The attack ad falsely claimed that the mayor wants to decriminalize illegal drugs and accused him of seizing power. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Europe politics

Sadiq Khan pledges new Erasmus-style overseas study scheme for London youngsters

Sadiq Khan to introduce new student exchange program in London targeting young people for study and work experience globally.
Proposed program aims to address Brexit-related loss of opportunities for students by creating reciprocal arrangements with cities worldwide. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan promises 1,300 new police officers - but only with a Labour Government

Sadiq Khan pledges to increase neighborhood police if re-elected with Labour Government.
Additional officers to come from a pool of 13,000 extra officers nationwide funded through identified savings. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

London mayoral election: What has Sadiq Khan done to tackle crime in our city?

Sadiq Khan's record as Mayor of London is under scrutiny ahead of the upcoming mayoral election.
Critics argue that Khan was asleep on the job while overseeing the Metropolitan Police during a period of systemic failings. [ more ]
WIRED
1 month ago
London politics

The Mayor of London Enters the Bullshit Cinematic Universe

Sadiq Khan, mayor of London, is a figure of interest in the midst of a global conspiracy.
Khan's down-to-earth and interactive approach with the public contrasts with the conspiracy theories surrounding him on social media. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London politics

It's not going to be a landslide': how will Sadiq Khan fare in the battle to be London mayor?

Sadiq Khan's relaxed demeanor contrasts with underlying political tensions in London.
Despite strong poll leads, Khan faces internal critics and potential vulnerabilities. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago
London

Londoners divided on Sadiq Khan's performance as Mayor

Sadiq Khan leads in London mayoral polls with 51%, but opinions on his performance are divided.
Londoners divided on Sadiq Khan's record, especially on key issues like homelessness, crime, and housing. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Keir Starmer shies away from some of Sadiq Khan's key policies but backs mayor for a third term

Sir Keir Starmer didn't explicitly endorse Mayor Khan's Ulez expansion or rent controls. He hinted at supporting further policies if he becomes Prime Minister. [ more ]
BBC News
1 month ago
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Doubts raised over Sadiq Khan's clean air claims

Sadiq Khan accused of concealing impact of Ulez expansion before mayoral election
Critics claim improvements in air quality before Ulez due to other measures, not Ulez itself. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan under pressure over pre-9am travel for older Londoners

Sadiq Khan under pressure for not bringing back free morning rush hour travel for older Londoners
Mayor argues the perk is not financially viable despite promises from Tory and Green opponents [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Susan Hall launches 'vote for change' mayoral campaign to oust Sadiq Khan

Conservative Susan Hall launches mayoral campaign against Sadiq Khan with promises to listen to Londoners and address crime, housing, and Ulez concerns. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London

Sadiq Khan rules out London Ulez expansion if he wins mayoral election

Sadiq Khan pledges not to expand Ulez scheme or introduce pay-per-mile scheme
Khan to focus on other measures to tackle air pollution like improving infrastructure and electric vehicle charging stations. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan rules out Ulez expansion if he wins Mayoral election

Sadiq Khan pledges not to expand Ulez or introduce pay-per-mile scheme
Focus on other measures to tackle air pollution like walking/cycling routes, energy-efficient buildings, and electric vehicle charging stations [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Almost 700,000 London bus journeys cut last year, data reveals

Sadiq Khan focused on protecting bus services despite budget constraints
Data reveals significant reduction in bus journeys in London between 2022 and 2023. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Racist who said Sadiq Khan would be shot in threatening 999 calls spared jail

Racist and homophobic man made threatening phone calls to Sadiq Khan but was spared jail time.
Incident followed inflammatory remarks about Mayor Khan on GB News. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
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Sadiq Khan pledges to use 'lived experience' of women to make London safer

Sadiq Khan plans to trial women's safety audits in London.
Audits will focus on influencing decisions around police action plans and infrastructure design. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago
London

Rob Blackie slams Sadiq Khan record on crime and vows to 'fix the Met'

Rob Blackie launches London Liberal Democrat with focus on fixing crime under Sadiq Khan's leadership
Blackie prioritizes crime and policing as top issues for his mayoral campaign [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan accuses Conservatives of abject failure' as he launches re-election bid

Sadiq Khan pledges to build 40,000 new council homes in London by 2030
Khan criticizes Conservative government for failure in addressing housing crisis [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
London

London a safer city' than Berlin, Madrid and Paris, says Sadiq Khan

London mayor Sadiq Khan claims London is safer than major European cities like Berlin, Madrid, and Paris.
Despite recent ONS figures showing a rise in knife crime, a study by University College London suggests London is safer than most major cities in Europe and the U.S. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

London mayoral election: Sadiq Khan launches re-election campaign with pledge of 40,000 council homes

Labour government and mayor offer once-in-a-generation chance to ease London's housing crisis
Sadiq Khan pledges to double council homes target to 40,000 and emphasizes unity and hope with Labour over chaos with Tories. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan promises 40,000 new London homes if he wins third term

Sadiq Khan pledges to build 40,000 new homes in his next term, doubling his previous target.
Khan's campaign for a third term as London mayor focuses on addressing the city's housing crisis and rough sleeping issue. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
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Sadiq Khan fears change to voting system could bring London Tory mayor

Sadiq Khan appeals for support from Liberal Democrats and Greens due to changes in voting system.
London mayoral election under first-past-the-post system, no second preference vote this year. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan launches 'love letter' to woo Lib Dems and Greens for Mayor of London vote

Sadiq Khan urging other party supporters to lend him their vote in the upcoming London election.
The election is portrayed as a close two-horse race between Sadiq Khan and Tory candidate Susan Hall due to changes in the voting system. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Sadiq Khan must combat 'blatantly visible' drug taking on London streets, Tory says

Londoners encouraged to call police if witnessing habitual drug taking
Sadiq Khan highlights the need for long-term funding to address drug problem [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Voter ID rules could stop me getting elected as London mayor, Sadiq Khan claims

New voter ID rules could impact Sadiq Khan's re-election
Khan urges supporters of rival parties to back him to prevent Conservative victory [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Sadiq Khan hails completion of Superloop bus network's 138km circle round London

Completion of Superloop network segments
Expansion of express bus services in outer London [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan hits back at criticism over 58% rise in public transport crime during his tenure

Sadiq Khan facing criticism for 58% rise in crime on London's transport network since 2016.
Khan attributes crime increase to Government austerity measures, which the Lib Dems were involved in. [ more ]
Time Out London
1 month ago
London

Ramadan lights have returned to central London for 2024

London celebrates Ramadan with light displays
Significance of Ramadan for Muslims [ more ]
Time Out London
1 month ago
London

London's Boroughs of Culture for 2025 and 2027 have been revealed

Two London boroughs named next London Boroughs of Culture: Wandsworth in 2025, Haringey in 2027. Each receives £1.35 million for cultural events.
London Borough of Culture aims to unite communities through creative and cultural activities, awarded every two years. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Streatham Wells: Sadiq Khan 'applauds' suspension of LTN but says it is not precedent for other removals

Sadiq Khan applauded Lambeth Council for suspending Streatham Wells LTN due to unintended consequences.
The mayor emphasized that not every LTN scheme will be perfect, and challenges may arise, but overall LTNs have been successful in other areas. [ more ]
Time Out London
1 month ago
London

East London's Royal Docks could be getting a massive 2 billion makeover

Sadiq Khan plans to revitalize the Royal Docks in London with a £2 billion makeover.
The regeneration plan aims to create a vibrant waterside neighborhood with new homes, jobs, and amenities. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Sarah Everard: It will take years to repair trust in the Met Police, says Sadiq Khan

Sadiq Khan expresses sympathy for Sarah Everard's family on the third anniversary of her murder.
Mayor Khan highlights the need to prevent violence against women and rebuild trust in the police. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
London politics

Labour rattled by Galloway win as Sadiq Khan slams PM over racist poison'

Sadiq Khan criticizes Rishi Sunak for not denouncing anti-Muslim remarks
Growing attempt to degrade minorities for political gain [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan reveals heartbreak at Sunak's lack of leadership over Islamist' rant

Rishi Sunak's lack of leadership criticized by Sadiq Khan over Lee Anderson's Islamists comments.
Khan expresses emotions like sadness, frustration, and heartbreak for the lack of leadership from government officials. [ more ]
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