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Email: mayorspressoffice@london.gov.uk
Listen to Deputy Mayor for Communities & Social Justice Dr Debbie Weekes-Bernard on Floating Space podcast.

She speaks about inclusive spaces, the power of community, and how she’s working with @london.gov.uk to ensure every Londoner feels loved and wanted 💗

Listen: audioboom.com/posts/880744...
Floating Space: Live – Part 1
Floating Space: Live at the Roundhouse!
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November 19, 2025 at 12:19 PM
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London is Europe's powerhouse for life sciences and is now the front runner to become the world capital of the sector.

With record investment and world leading research, we are backing science, innovation and the breakthroughs that will improve lives for decades to come.
November 19, 2025 at 10:10 AM
With freezing temperatures expected tonight @MayorofLondon has activated the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) for the first time this winter, providing emergency accommodation for those sleeping rough in the capital

www.london.gov.uk/emergency-se...
November 19, 2025 at 11:26 AM
Today @MayorofLondon has announced a new 2.4million package of support for victims and survivors of child sexual exploitation.

It’s part of Sadiq’s ongoing work to strengthen child protection.

Read more: www.london.gov.uk/mayor-new-pa...
Mayor announces new £2.4m package of support for victims and survivors of Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) as he continues to strengthen child protection
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has today announced a new £2.4m package of support for victims and survivors of Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) as he continues to strengthen protection of children fr...
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November 19, 2025 at 8:50 AM
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The final batch of tickets for London's massive NYE fireworks spectacular go on sale on Monday
London New Year's Eve Fireworks 2025 Tickets: Second Batch On Sale Monday
With tickets costing up to £55.
londonist.com
November 18, 2025 at 9:36 AM
No DLR extension will be 'missed opportunity' www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
No DLR extension to Thamesmead would be 'missed opportunity'
Business groups say DLR extension is
www.bbc.co.uk
November 18, 2025 at 10:10 AM
Final tickets for London’s world-famous New Year’s Eve fireworks go on sale Monday! It’s the last chance to join around 100,000 people on the Thames for an unforgettable night of colour and music as we welcome 2026. Tickets ONLY available via Ticketmaster: www.london.gov.uk/final-ticket...
Final tickets for London’s spectacular New Year’s Eve celebrations go on sale Monday
The last tickets for London’s flagship New Year’s Eve fireworks celebrations go on sale at noon on Monday 24 November.
www.london.gov.uk
November 18, 2025 at 9:29 AM
The number of murders in London so far this year is the lowest for more than a decade.

When you compare the capital to similar cities around the world, that decline is even more drastic.

Read more here about how @london.gov.uk approach is working to make London safer for everyone.
'London is world's best city - people claiming it's lawless hate its success'
'The fact that London has again been crowned greatest city in the world disproves everything our critics claim, and they can’t stand it', the London Mayor Sadiq Khan writes
www.mirror.co.uk
November 17, 2025 at 4:34 PM
London is the world’s sporting capital and will host the inaugural Finals Weekend next year for rugby’s exciting new Nations Championship 🏉

Twickenham will stage matches from 27-29 November 2026 at @allianz_stad 🏆

www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-...
Nations Championship to feature north v south hemisphere contest
The Twickenham finale of next year's new Nations Championship event will pit the north and south of global rugby against each other.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 17, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Another 50 stations across London and the southeast will be ready for pay-as-you-go with contactless by mid-December, including @STN_Airport and @SouthendAirport. This will make it even easier for people to use public transport in the capital.

www.gov.uk/government/n...
Simpler train travel to London airports as tap-in, tap-out expanded across south-east England
Buying tickets will be more convenient, more accessible and more flexible, ensuring passengers can get the best fares.
www.gov.uk
November 17, 2025 at 10:40 AM
London Life Sciences Week is underway, bringing together over 1,300 industry leaders and 2,400 biotech companies to shape London’s future as a life sciences superpower, leading life-changing advances in medicine, vaccine development and gene therapy

www.london.gov.uk/london-europ...
November 17, 2025 at 6:34 AM
London has the greatest New Year's Eve celebrations in the world with spectacular fireworks, lighting and music. The only way to enjoy it in person is by buying a ticket through our official ticket partner Ticketmaster www.ticketmaster.co.uk/london-nye/
November 14, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Every Londoner deserves the security of a home.

@london.gov.uk has long called for no fault evictions to be abolished and welcomes Government action through the Renters’ Rights Bill to ensure this new law comes into effect next year.

Read more: www.gov.uk/government/n....
No-fault evictions to end by May next year
Historic reforms as part of the Renters' Rights Act will kick in from 1 May 2026, benefitting 11 million renters across England.
www.gov.uk
November 14, 2025 at 1:51 PM
The 2025 winners of the @mayoroflondon.bsky.social Adult Learning Awards were celebrated last night.

The awards recognise the individuals and organisations supporting Londoners to get the training & skills they need to achieve their potential.

www.london.gov.uk/Mayor%20anno...
November 14, 2025 at 11:29 AM
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Storm Claudia has arrived and a yellow rain warning is now in force across much of central/southern England and Wales ⚠️

Take care if you are about to travel as flooding and disruption are possible

Amber warnings will also come into force later today as the rain turns heavier
November 14, 2025 at 6:00 AM
London is the sporting capital of the world and gearing up to host UEFA EURO 2028 🏆

Two of the capital’s most iconic football venues - Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and Wembley Stadium – will be providing the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable summer of football⚽️

www.uefa.com/euro2028/new...
November 13, 2025 at 11:22 AM
The Mayor is tackling violence against women & girls head on. His GPS tagging scheme has cut reoffending and is protecting domestic abuse survivors, putting the onus on offenders to change their behaviour, not victims. There is no place for domestic abuse in London. www.london.gov.uk/mayors-gps-t...
www.london.gov.uk
November 12, 2025 at 4:44 PM
The Mayor of London’s fresh investment and renewed focus on neighbourhood policing across London has led to Met Police solving 92% more shoplifting cases this year. The force is working closely with local businesses to protect retail workers and communities. news.met.police.uk/news/met-pol...
Met Police joins forces with businesses to continue fight against retail crime
A total of 92 wanted offenders have been identified within the first month of agreements being signed.
news.met.police.uk
November 12, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Fitting GPS tags to domestic abuse offenders works and is drastically cutting reoffending and crucially putting the onus of behaviour change on perpetrators not survivors.

Read more on @london.gov.uk's innovative scheme results here 👇 www.standard.co.uk/news/london/...
Over 230 domestic abusers recalled to prison under London GPS tagging scheme
Pilot cut re-offending by 45 per cent, protects victims and holds perpetrators to account, says Sir Sadiq Khan
www.standard.co.uk
November 12, 2025 at 10:42 AM
City Hall is warning those wanting to attend London’s spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks to only buy tickets through the official ticket partner ticketmaster.co.uk/london-nye/
November 11, 2025 at 4:16 PM
London is the world's sporting capital and @MayorofLondon is pleased to support @LondonLions as they pursue their ambitious vision to establish a new, multi-purpose arena in our city which could create 10,000 jobs and provide positive new opportunities for young people🏀

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LONDON LIONS COMPLETE FIRST PHASE IN PLAN FOR NEW LONDON ARENA
Nov 10, 2025 - LONDON LIONS COMPLETE FIRST PHASE IN PLAN FOR NEW LONDON ARENA
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November 11, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Today ⁦the Mayor‬⁩ joined Assembly Members, representatives of our Armed Forces Community, faith leaders and other special guests, for the annual Remembrance Service at City Hall www.london.gov.uk/city-hall-ho...
November 10, 2025 at 3:11 PM
After a wonderful weekend of Bonfire Night firework displays across the capital, City Hall is warning those wanting to attend London’s New Year’s Eve spectacular fireworks to only buy tickets through the official ticket partner www.ticketmaster.co.uk/london-nye/
November 10, 2025 at 10:42 AM