Charles Wright
@charleswright57.bsky.social
Writer at OnLondon.co.uk. Former councillor in Haringey.
New York is encouraging more residents in its commercial districts, while the Square Mile continues to bet on the office. Is that the right call? Not everyone thinks so. My On London story www.onlondon.co.uk/city-of-lond...
City of London: Residents call for more Square Mile homes
Speakers at the latest London Society housing event argued that the Square Mile could only benefit from having more people living there
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November 10, 2025 at 1:15 PM
New York is encouraging more residents in its commercial districts, while the Square Mile continues to bet on the office. Is that the right call? Not everyone thinks so. My On London story www.onlondon.co.uk/city-of-lond...
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Who is happy with the proposals for giving homebuilding in #London a kickstart? And who isn't? Report by @charleswright57.bsky.social - www.onlondon.co.uk/charles-wrig... #housing
Who's happy with London homebuilding kickstart plans?
The measures proposed by the government and City Hall have received a revealing range of responses
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November 5, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Who is happy with the proposals for giving homebuilding in #London a kickstart? And who isn't? Report by @charleswright57.bsky.social - www.onlondon.co.uk/charles-wrig... #housing
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Hands up, I wrote this partly as a wind-up. But, you know, London does need a moderate, positive centre-Right party in its democratic mix. And at the moment the city's Tories are down in the sewer with Musk, Farage and Jenrick: www.onlondon.co.uk/dave-hill-lo.... #london #conservatives
Dave Hill: London's Tories need to learn from Zohran Mamdani
The British Left is exulting in his New York mayoral win, but it has big lessons for the British capital's Conservatives
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November 8, 2025 at 7:53 AM
Hands up, I wrote this partly as a wind-up. But, you know, London does need a moderate, positive centre-Right party in its democratic mix. And at the moment the city's Tories are down in the sewer with Musk, Farage and Jenrick: www.onlondon.co.uk/dave-hill-lo.... #london #conservatives
Will London's boroughs get on board with new government and @london.gov.uk plans to boost housebuilding in the capital? The success of the measures may depend on that buy-in. My latest for On London. 1/3 www.onlondon.co.uk/charles-wrig...
Who's happy with London homebuilding kickstart plans?
The measures proposed by the government and City Hall have received a revealing range of responses
www.onlondon.co.uk
November 7, 2025 at 3:04 PM
Will London's boroughs get on board with new government and @london.gov.uk plans to boost housebuilding in the capital? The success of the measures may depend on that buy-in. My latest for On London. 1/3 www.onlondon.co.uk/charles-wrig...
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Here's @charleswright57.bsky.social reporting on Saturday's London Society event about housing in the Square Mile: www.onlondon.co.uk/city-of-lond.... #housing #london @tomcopley.bsky.social @homesnickw.bsky.social @matthewpennycookmp.bsky.social
City of London: Residents call for more Square Mile homes
Speakers at the latest London Society housing event argued that the Square Mile could only benefit from having more people living there
www.onlondon.co.uk
October 28, 2025 at 9:54 AM
Here's @charleswright57.bsky.social reporting on Saturday's London Society event about housing in the Square Mile: www.onlondon.co.uk/city-of-lond.... #housing #london @tomcopley.bsky.social @homesnickw.bsky.social @matthewpennycookmp.bsky.social
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Latest edition of On London Extra is out, complete with hidden side of deprivation, instant reaction to Barnet by-election result, doorstep intel from Redbridge and more, latest from On London, etc, etc. Free trial available: davehillonlondon.substack.com/p/on-london-.... #london #truelondon
On London Extra: Older London
The hidden disadvantage of age. Plus doorstep intel from the east, Reform's advances, a global resilience report, a Halloween video and more
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October 31, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Latest edition of On London Extra is out, complete with hidden side of deprivation, instant reaction to Barnet by-election result, doorstep intel from Redbridge and more, latest from On London, etc, etc. Free trial available: davehillonlondon.substack.com/p/on-london-.... #london #truelondon
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If you haven't yet read @lewisbaston.bsky.social on a north #London council by-election of some significance that took place last week, find five minutes to do it now. Strong signs of one of the various ways in which the capital's political winds are blowing: www.onlondon.co.uk/lewis-baston...
Lewis Baston: Tories hold off Reform UK in Barnet by-election
It was a comfortable but not a commanding Hendon by-election win and suggests May's borough battle could be close
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November 2, 2025 at 10:24 AM
If you haven't yet read @lewisbaston.bsky.social on a north #London council by-election of some significance that took place last week, find five minutes to do it now. Strong signs of one of the various ways in which the capital's political winds are blowing: www.onlondon.co.uk/lewis-baston...
Insightful from @centreforcities.bsky.social. policymakers can no longer take London’s economic contribution for granted.
London’s productivity growth has gone from slow to non-existent since 2019 📉
This blog dives deeper into the data from our latest research on city productivity to look at London's stagnant economy👇
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This blog dives deeper into the data from our latest research on city productivity to look at London's stagnant economy👇
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October 28, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Insightful from @centreforcities.bsky.social. policymakers can no longer take London’s economic contribution for granted.
While New York is converting surplus office space to residential, the City continues to bet on more office development. But does the.Square Mile need more homes? My On London report
Here's @charleswright57.bsky.social reporting on Saturday's London Society event about housing in the Square Mile: www.onlondon.co.uk/city-of-lond.... #housing #london @tomcopley.bsky.social @homesnickw.bsky.social @matthewpennycookmp.bsky.social
City of London: Residents call for more Square Mile homes
Speakers at the latest London Society housing event argued that the Square Mile could only benefit from having more people living there
www.onlondon.co.uk
October 28, 2025 at 3:35 PM
While New York is converting surplus office space to residential, the City continues to bet on more office development. But does the.Square Mile need more homes? My On London report
"We don't want another anodyne financial centre"; latest #LondonSociety housing session hears residents' calls for more homes in the #SquareMile . My #OnLondon report www.onlondon.co.uk/city-of-lond... @robfiehn.bsky.social @leylaboulton.bsky.social @london.gov.uk
City of London: Residents call for more Square Mile homes
Speakers at the latest London Society housing event argued that the Square Mile could only benefit from having more people living there
www.onlondon.co.uk
October 28, 2025 at 11:25 AM
"We don't want another anodyne financial centre"; latest #LondonSociety housing session hears residents' calls for more homes in the #SquareMile . My #OnLondon report www.onlondon.co.uk/city-of-lond... @robfiehn.bsky.social @leylaboulton.bsky.social @london.gov.uk
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Some thoughts about domestic tourism, and what the eagerly awaited announcement on affordable housing reform might include open.substack.com/pub/wrightc/...
The city break is back, for Brits, and my predictions for the long-awaited government intervention on affordable housing policy...
The Brits are back
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October 22, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Some thoughts about domestic tourism, and what the eagerly awaited announcement on affordable housing reform might include open.substack.com/pub/wrightc/...
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Important part of the Mayor and London Councils London Growth Plan. #london #sadiqkhan
London’s economy cannot achieve its potential until all Londoners are achieving their potential. That’s why I’m proud to be announcing my Inclusive Talent Strategy today.
Join me live:
Join me live:
Inclusive Talent Strategy
Have your say on the Inclusive Talent Strategy, a key action of the London Growth Plan.
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October 23, 2025 at 9:51 AM
Important part of the Mayor and London Councils London Growth Plan. #london #sadiqkhan
Some thoughts about domestic tourism, and what the eagerly awaited announcement on affordable housing reform might include open.substack.com/pub/wrightc/...
The city break is back, for Brits, and my predictions for the long-awaited government intervention on affordable housing policy...
The Brits are back
open.substack.com
October 22, 2025 at 11:27 AM
Some thoughts about domestic tourism, and what the eagerly awaited announcement on affordable housing reform might include open.substack.com/pub/wrightc/...
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Anti-London rhetoric isn’t deterring domestic visitors, it seems. UK visitor nights are up by a third since 2019, accounting for all the growth in visitor accommodation demand post-Covid. My On London story @london.gov.uk
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London tourism is booming despite enemies' 'hellhole' claims
A rise in domestic visitors as well from some other countries has lifted demand above pre-Covid levels
www.onlondon.co.uk
October 21, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Anti-London rhetoric isn’t deterring domestic visitors, it seems. UK visitor nights are up by a third since 2019, accounting for all the growth in visitor accommodation demand post-Covid. My On London story @london.gov.uk
www.onlondon.co.uk/charles-wrig...
www.onlondon.co.uk/charles-wrig...
Anti-London rhetoric isn’t deterring domestic visitors, it seems. UK visitor nights are up by a third since 2019, accounting for all the growth in visitor accommodation demand post-Covid. My On London story @london.gov.uk
www.onlondon.co.uk/charles-wrig...
www.onlondon.co.uk/charles-wrig...
London tourism is booming despite enemies' 'hellhole' claims
A rise in domestic visitors as well from some other countries has lifted demand above pre-Covid levels
www.onlondon.co.uk
October 21, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Anti-London rhetoric isn’t deterring domestic visitors, it seems. UK visitor nights are up by a third since 2019, accounting for all the growth in visitor accommodation demand post-Covid. My On London story @london.gov.uk
www.onlondon.co.uk/charles-wrig...
www.onlondon.co.uk/charles-wrig...
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New for OnLondon by @charleswright57.bsky.social. #London tourism is booming, despite its enemies' "hellhole" claims: www.onlondon.co.uk/charles-wrig... #truelondon @mayoroflondon.bsky.social @howarddawber.bsky.social @centreforlondon.bsky.social
London tourism is booming despite enemies' 'hellhole' claims
A rise in domestic visitors as well from some other countries has lifted demand above pre-Covid levels
www.onlondon.co.uk
October 20, 2025 at 6:58 PM
New for OnLondon by @charleswright57.bsky.social. #London tourism is booming, despite its enemies' "hellhole" claims: www.onlondon.co.uk/charles-wrig... #truelondon @mayoroflondon.bsky.social @howarddawber.bsky.social @centreforlondon.bsky.social
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Latest stats on greenbelt land published today - I think people are always surprised by this map, which shows that the large majority of land across England is neither built up, nor greenbelt. Most of it's just ordinary, unprotected farmland. www.gov.uk/government/s...
October 9, 2025 at 10:22 AM
Latest stats on greenbelt land published today - I think people are always surprised by this map, which shows that the large majority of land across England is neither built up, nor greenbelt. Most of it's just ordinary, unprotected farmland. www.gov.uk/government/s...
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New for OnLondon. A small lament for the old City Hall: www.onlondon.co.uk/dave-hill-a-... #london
Dave Hill: A small lament for the old City Hall
The conversion it's undergoing might be a big success, but not everybody thinks it should be happening
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October 17, 2025 at 9:09 AM
New for OnLondon. A small lament for the old City Hall: www.onlondon.co.uk/dave-hill-a-... #london
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As trailed by @davehillonlondon.bsky.social: www.theguardian.com/society/2025... Notable that this will be a time-limited intervention.
London developers to be allowed to reduce percentage of affordable homes
Housing secretary and capital’s mayor draw up plans to boost housebuilding, but homelessness charities protest
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October 17, 2025 at 11:16 AM
As trailed by @davehillonlondon.bsky.social: www.theguardian.com/society/2025... Notable that this will be a time-limited intervention.
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Latest edition of On London Extra honours Diwali, examines Labour attitudes to London, reports Met chief on dangers of extremism, air knitting in Poplar and more: davehillonlondon.substack.com/p/on-london-... #london #truelondon
On London Extra: Indian Neasden
It all began in Islington. Plus Labour and the capital, Met "insider threats", Big Media catches up on housing thresholds, air knitting in Poplar and much more
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October 18, 2025 at 8:37 AM
Latest edition of On London Extra honours Diwali, examines Labour attitudes to London, reports Met chief on dangers of extremism, air knitting in Poplar and more: davehillonlondon.substack.com/p/on-london-... #london #truelondon
Interesting to see Sadiq Khan highlighting DLR extension to new town possible #Thamesmead in new call for transport investment (while also the other day highlighting challenges with Crews Hill, the there possible London new town). Battle on?
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Mayor of London calls for Government investment in transport infrastructure
Mayor of London calls for Government investment in transport infrastructure
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October 16, 2025 at 12:06 PM
Interesting to see Sadiq Khan highlighting DLR extension to new town possible #Thamesmead in new call for transport investment (while also the other day highlighting challenges with Crews Hill, the there possible London new town). Battle on?
www.london.gov.uk/media-centre...
www.london.gov.uk/media-centre...
Plenty of hurdles to be overcome to make #CrewsHill new town plan in Enfield a reality, London mayor Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk tells @londonassembly.bsky.social might Thamesmead, also on the new town shortlist, be a better bet? My OnLondon story www.onlondon.co.uk/sadiq-khan-s...
Khan says there's "a long way to go" before Enfield gets New Town
Speaking at City Hall, the Mayor set out big issues to be addressed before the government taskforce's recommendation can be put into effect
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October 16, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Plenty of hurdles to be overcome to make #CrewsHill new town plan in Enfield a reality, London mayor Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk tells @londonassembly.bsky.social might Thamesmead, also on the new town shortlist, be a better bet? My OnLondon story www.onlondon.co.uk/sadiq-khan-s...
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There's a long way to go before #Enfield gets its New Town, says Sadiq Khan. Top City Hall reporting by @charleswright57.bsky.social: www.onlondon.co.uk/sadiq-khan-s... #london #housing @centreforcities.bsky.social @centreforlondon.bsky.social
Khan says there's "a long way to go" before Enfield gets New Town
Speaking at City Hall, the Mayor set out big issues to be addressed before the government taskforce's recommendation can be put into effect
www.onlondon.co.uk
October 14, 2025 at 5:39 PM
There's a long way to go before #Enfield gets its New Town, says Sadiq Khan. Top City Hall reporting by @charleswright57.bsky.social: www.onlondon.co.uk/sadiq-khan-s... #london #housing @centreforcities.bsky.social @centreforlondon.bsky.social
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In collaboration with @shortsarky88.bsky.social I put on a special screening of a special #London movie at a special London venue last night: www.onlondon.co.uk/my-beautiful... #truelondon
My Beautiful Laundrette at the Cinema Museum
A famous and groundbreaking London film received a special screening at a very special south London venue
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October 8, 2025 at 11:51 AM
In collaboration with @shortsarky88.bsky.social I put on a special screening of a special #London movie at a special London venue last night: www.onlondon.co.uk/my-beautiful... #truelondon