Central London Alliance Launches Podcast to Debate London’s Opportunities and Obstacles for Growth City Talk London, [19 December] – Central London Alliance CIC, a leading community interest company dedicated to supporting the sustainable recovery of London’s business, hospitality, cultural, tourism, and retail sectors, today announces the launch of its new podcast series – London Talking: a platform for in-depth discussions on the challenges and opportunities shaping the capital’s growth prospects. [...]
The Best Christmas Competitions and Festive Offers This Season City Talk As the festive season lights up London, brands across the capital are rolling out generous competitions and luxury experiences to make Christmas even more memorable. From immersive games and bottomless brunches to beauty treats and retail vouchers, this year’s festive giveaways are bigger and better than ever. Here are some of the best Christmas competitions [...]
What’s on London in December 2025 City Talk London is gearing up for a spectacular December, and the city is brimming with seasonal excitement. Plan your festive days around a truly diverse selection of activities, featuring everything from captivating exhibitions and brand-new store openings to amazing seasonal offers and must-see Christmas celebrations. It’s a fun, festive month with something for everyone, and your [...]
A Record-Breaking Summer of Sport across the Capital December 3, 2025 London, UK – 3.12.2025 – Central London Alliance’s London Sports Festival 2025 has concluded a landmark five-month run, successfully drawing more than 30,161 participants across the capital and reaffirming sport’s power to drive economic recovery, community engagement and footfall in central London. Delivered by Central London Alliance (CLA), with headline partner, Blue Orchid Hospitality, plus [...]
Tony Matharu, Chairman of Central London Alliance CIC Comments on the Rumoured Introduction of a London Tourist Tax November 25, 2025 It is not the cheerful Christmas bells jingling and the tidings of comfort and joy London can look forward to having, but the inevitable rattle of shutters slamming shut for the last time from the closed hospitality businesses whose metaphorical backs have been broken by the burden of another unjustified, economically harmful tax on London’s [...]
Business Leaders Call for Bold Tax Reform and Pro-Growth Policies at Central London Forum November 12, 2025 Hundreds of senior business leaders, policymakers, and innovators gathered last month at The Emmanuel Centre in Westminster for London – Opportunities and Obstacles for Growth, a major public forum hosted by Central London Alliance CIC. The event featured six high-level panel discussions exploring critical issues shaping the capital’s future, including London’s economy, property and infrastructure, [...]
London’s Innovators Call for Investment and Regulation to Sustain the Capital’s Heart November 11, 2025 At the London – Opportunities and Obstacles for Growth event hosted by Central London Alliance CIC, leading voices from retail, culture, and entertainment came together to explore the city’s evolving creative and economic landscape. Chaired by Christian May, Editor-in-Chief of City A.M., the panel featured Charlotte Fletcher, founder of CLF Solutions , Gareth Hughes, Partner, [...]
Business Leaders and Experts Urge for Smarter Planning in London November 7, 2025 London, 7 November 2025 – Business leaders, policymakers, and industry experts gathered last month at the Emmanuel Centre, Westminster “London – Opportunities and Obstacles for Growth,” organised by the Central London Alliance CIC. The event explored the challenges and opportunities shaping London’s economic future featuring six panel discussions delving into the key features of the [...]
What’s On in London November 2025 November 5, 2025 London is set for a busy November, and if you love food, be ready for a celebration! The city is presenting a stunning and diverse selection of dining choices this month, featuring everything from attractive restaurant deals to exclusive, limited-run offers at countless eateries. It’s a fun month with something for everyone, and your taste [...]
London’s Leaders Demand Fairer Policies to Protect Central London’s Beating Heart November 4, 2025 At the “London – Opportunities and Obstacles for Growth” event hosted by Central London Alliance CIC at The Emmanuel Centre, Westminster, leading voices including from across hospitality, travel and tourism united in a powerful discussion on the future of one of London’s most vital economic sectors. Chaired by Christian May, Editor-in-Chief of City A.M., the [...]
