Trade and Regulation Reform the key to Growth Friday, 22 March, 2024 It was a privilege to have some time to talk directly with Lord Dominic Johnson who is without doubt one of our most knowledgeable and energetic ministers! Indeed, I was struck when talking to a Vice President of a large US bank how much they admired him, because he has a real business background, and talked practically about trade opportunities. He is not only focused on trade but also Smarter... Reports
Signs of the recovery… 14th January 2022 It has been pleasing to be in the City and see the gradual return, and hopefully work from home guidance will end and we can look forward to kore activity. We... Local News
Working to bring London back stronger 13th January 2022 Today the Common Council met for the first time in 2022, it was good to talk to Tower Ward colleagues about how we can support the return of vibrancy to the... Local News
Merry Christmas 24th December 2021 This Christmas Eve I wanted to wish you all a peaceful and joyful Christmas. Local NewsOpinions
Guildhall Art Gallery Closed 18th December 2021 The Guildhall Art Gallery & London’s Roman Amphitheatre will close from 24 December until early April 2022 for essential maintenance works Local News
Congestion Charge Changes and fee increase 16th December 2021 The Mayor of a Greater London has confirmed changes to the Congestion Charge. The last changes were the ‘Temporary’ changes introduced in June 2020 in response... Local News
New Lord Mayor seeking Iberian trade and support for digital trade in home nations 13th December 2021 The new Lord Mayor made his first international visit this month – to Spain and Portugal. Trade between the UK and the region is worth almost £40bn. Discussions... European News
Tube strike disruption continues 4th December 2021 RMT is again taking strike action - there will be severe disruption on the Central and Victoria line Night Tube services this weekend - services are likely to... Local News
Pedicabs - possible regulation 21st November 2021 The Government confirmed its support for Nickie Aiken MP’s Private Members’ Bill, which seeks to regulate pedicabs in London, in a Westminster Hall debate... Local News
Prime Minister’s Mansion House Speech at the Lord Mayor’s Banquet 15th November 2021 My Lord Mayor, My Late Lord Mayor, Your Grace, My Lord Chancellor, Your Excellencies, My Lords, Aldermen, Sheriffs, Chief Commoner, ladies and gentlemen. If I... Speeches