The City stands ready to help Sadiq Khan deliver growth for London May 7, 2024 The newly reelected Mayor is right to tout the merits of financial services. When the City succeeds, London succeeds, says Chris Hayward As Sadiq Khan returns to City Hall for an unprecedented third term as Mayor of London, this is a good moment to take stock of the challenges in the next four years, that we in the Square [...]
Train strikes to restart sparking anger from City bodies and hospitality groups May 6, 2024 Britain's railways are bracing for yet another round of industrial action as train drivers stage walkouts throughout next week.
Industrial action to cripple railways as union calls strikes and overtime ban May 5, 2024 Rail and tram passengers face a week of disruption because of strikes which will lead to some parts of the country having no trains on days of industrial action. Members of the train drivers’ union Aslef at 16 operators will launch a six-day ban on overtime on Monday, which is expected to cause short-notice cancellations. [...]
‘Bring back Boris’: Conservative MPs divided after local elections fallout May 5, 2024 Conservative MPs were divided this morning over the fallout of the local election results, with one former minister calling for the “return of Boris".
London mayoral election: What was the turnout as counting gets underway May 4, 2024 Londoners cast their ballots on Thursday in the race between Sadiq Khan and Susan Hall to become the city’s mayor for the next four years.
Suite Success: The Best Hotels for Extended Stays in London May 3, 2024 With so much to see and explore in London, finding the right accommodation is essential. This guide highlights some of London’s best hotels for extended stays, offering the comforts of home alongside the convenience of hotel services. So, whether you’re planning a business trip, an extended stay, or even a short visit to the capital [...]
Easyjet questions viability of Gatwick’s £2.2bn second runway plans May 3, 2024 Easyjet has raised major concerns over hub's £2.2bn plans for a second runway, the UK's Planning Inspectorate heard in a hearing on Thursday.
Election day: London goes to the polls as race for City Hall set to conclude May 2, 2024 Londoners are heading to the polls across the capital as the race to run City Hall is set to conclude.
Opening of The Victory pub in London Waterloo gives UK’s rail state rail operator a boost May 2, 2024 The opening of The Victory pub at London Waterloo has helped boost sales per sq ft to an annual average of £2,507.
Thousands of London black cabbies hit Uber with a £250m lawsuit May 2, 2024 A group legal action targeting ride-hailing provider Uber has been filed to the High Court on behalf of thousands of London black cab drivers