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More than 1,000 London schools have achieved Gold accreditation with TfL's Travel for Life programme, which is inspiring young Londoners to travel towards a better, more sustainable future.

Tune into BBC Radio London from 1110 to hear @willnorman.co.uk talk more about the programme!

Two years on from the horrific terrorist attack on Israel on October 7, we remember all the innocent victims whose lives were cruelly stolen by Hamas. Our thoughts are also with the families whose loved ones were callously murdered, as well as with the hostages who disgracefully remain in captivity and must be released immediately. October 7 was the single deadliest day for the Jewish people since the Holocaust and a profoundly painful experience for London’s Jewish communities. We must never forget this atrocity, nor the deep distress and grief it has caused many Londoners. As the vile terrorist attack on Heaton Park synagogue in Manchester last Thursday demonstrated, we still have far more to do to tackle the poison of antisemitism and drive it out of our society. Our Jewish communities must be able to live, work and worship freely – without the fear of harassment, discrimination, intimidation or violence. The fact they are currently unable to shows we must work much harder to stamp out antisemitism wherever it rears its ugly head.

We must never allow conflict overseas to divide us at home. As Mayor, I will continue my work to promote inter-faith dialogue and build bridges between our different religious communities. Whether it’s antisemitism or any other form of bigotry, London has no place for those who seek to sow the seeds of hate. On this solemn anniversary, we must also acknowledge the suffering and trauma since 7 October 2023. Like so many others, my heart aches for the tens of thousands of innocent civilians in Gaza who have been killed and the families who have been torn apart. Today, more than ever, I pray that the cycle of terror, killing and bloodshed that has engulfed the region can soon be brought to an end; that the surviving hostages can be set free; that vital humanitarian aid can flow into Gaza; and that Israelis and Palestinians can one day live side-by-side in two states and in peace.

My statement on the second anniversary of the 7 October attacks.

Battersea Power Station 'milestone moment' as £21million Tube station entrance opens

Debate over station’s name continues as deputy mayor reveals: ‘I do like saying Battersea Power Station station’

Battersea Power Station 'milestone moment' as £21million Tube station entrance opens Debate over station’s name continues as deputy mayor reveals: ‘I do like saying Battersea Power Station station’

London’s Deputy Mayor for Transport @sebdance.bsky.social cut the ribbon to open a new step-free Underground entrance at Battersea Power Station today, giving Londoners quicker and easier access to the riverside neighbourhood’s new pedestrianised high street www.standard.co.uk/news/transpo...

Battersea’s tube station’s second entrance officially opened this morning Earlier this morning, with a cut of the red tape, a second entrance was opened at Battersea Power Station’s tube station.

Earlier this morning, with a cut of the red tape, a second entrance was opened at Battersea Power Station’s tube station.

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No more honking horns and din of engines: Oxford St car ban is the future, writes Sadiq Khan | LBC On Sunday 21st September, for the first time, Oxford Street belonged to people, not traffic.

"If we choose to be intrepid and imaginative we can deliver a better future for Oxford Street as a clean, traffic-free & truly world-class public space", writes the Mayor for @lbc.co.uk, amid data proving he's right to push ahead with proposals to transform the area

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The Mayor of London's landmark traffic-free “This is Oxford Street” event significantly boosted footfall & sales, new data reveals. These findings show the positive impact a transformed Oxford Street will have on businesses & show the appetite for change
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I’m horrified by the violent attack at a synagogue in Manchester. I have been in contact with the Mayor of Greater Manchester and the Home Secretary, and would like to reassure Londoners that the Met Police are stepping up patrols in Jewish communities and synagogues across London. My thoughts are with all those affected on the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, Yom Kippur. London stands ready to help in any way we can.

My thoughts are with everyone affected by the attack in Greater Manchester today.

Londoners can ride new trains on the DLR this week Here’s a first look at the ‘state-of-the-art’ trains in action.

“The new DLR trains will significantly improve reliability and support growth in new homes and jobs, particularly for Londoners in areas like Stratford, Woolwich Arsenal and the Isle of Dogs.”

– @london.gov.uk on new state-of-the-art DLR trains.

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New DLR train!
New DLR train!
New DLR train!
New DLR train!

London Ulez reduced nitrogen dioxide to legal limit, mayor says The mayor of London says the fall in airborne toxins is due to the Ultra low emission zone expansion.

London nitrogen dioxide levels fall to legal limit www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

This morning, @london.gov.uk and Deputy Mayor @sebdance.bsky.social joined TfL Commissioner Andy Lord onboard a brand new DLR train.

The new trains have 10 per cent more capacity, improved onboard information, charging points, air conditioning & better accessibility features for all passengers.

“It’s about rediscovering our history and paying tribute to those who came before us, who help make our city and our country what it is today” - @london.gov.uk marks the start of #BlackHistoryMonth www.blackhistorymonth.org.uk

It was predicted to take 193 years to meet legal limits for air pollution in London - we did it in 9 🌳

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London Fire Brigade gives e-bike safety advice to gig workers 2025 is on course to be the worst year for e-bike and e-scooter fires on record, with 169 so far.

Whilst e-bikes are a great way to get around, using faulty or unsafe chargers, batteries and conversion kits can cause devastating fires.

@london-fire.bsky.social’s #ChargeSafe campaign gives simple safety tips to reduce the risk of fires and to keep Londoners safe.

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First look inside 'amazing' new DLR trains with USB charging points and air-con

The trains also provide passengers with real-time travel updates and walk-through carriages for staff and inspectors

Sadiq Khan hails Ulez success as London under limit for toxic pollutant for first time | LBC The mayor of London has hailed the success of the ultra-low emission zone (Ulez) as new Government data revealed that the capital has met legal limits for toxic nitrogen dioxide (NO2) pollution for th...

Sadiq Khan hails Ulez success as London under limit for toxic pollutant for first time

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Built with the latest cutting-edge design and technology,
@tflbot.bsky.social has introduced the first of 54 new DLR trains to our transport network today, helping to transform travel for millions of Londoners across east and south London: tfl.gov.uk/info-for/med...

Following bold air quality policies from @MayorofLondon, the capital’s air pollution levels have fallen to within the legal limit for the first time 👏

This is protecting the health of Londoners and ensuring millions in our city can breathe cleaner air🌳

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Khan hails Ulez success as London under limit for toxic pollutant for first time Sir Sadiq Khan said he is ‘thrilled’ that London has met legal limits for the toxic pollutant nitrogen dioxide for the first time.

In 2016, leading experts at King’s College London estimated that without additional action it would take 193 years for London to meet legal limits for air pollution. @MayorofLondon has achieved it in just nine years 👏

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Hate crime: 'Teach young people to disagree agreeably' - BBC News A youth organisation is calling for children as young as five to be taught about critical thinking.

At a time when fear and division are spreading online & on our streets @london.gov.uk's Shared Endeavour Fund is giving young people from across the capital the skills & knowledge to stand up to hate crime, extremism & intolerance.

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The Bakerloop is here! 🚍

London's newest express bus service runs from Waterloo and Lewisham, strengthening transport links even more for people in southeast London.

Try it for free until Saturday October 4 and see how it can transform your everyday journeys.

London mayor Sadiq Khan hits out at 'misinformation' as new figures show fall in crimes Sir Sadiq Khan's comments come after renewed attacks from US President Donald Trump - who recently claimed "crime in London is through the roof".

There's still a long way to go, but the evidence is clear: our approach to tackling violent crime and its complex causes is working.

Violent crime leading to injury is falling in every borough. I'm determined to build on this progress and deliver a safer London for everyone.

The Mayor of London @london.gov.uk is delighted to announce that Diwali on the Square will take place on Sun 12 Oct, 2-8pm!
Join us in Trafalgar Square for a free, family friendly celebration of light, hope and unity 🪔

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London is the undisputed capital of women’s sport and our amazing #RWC2025 Champions @RedRosesRugby lit up our city this weekend with an incredible victory at Twickenham and a special celebration at the Battersea Power Station Fan Zone 👏🌹🏆

#ThisEnergyNeverStops

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London mayor Sadiq Khan hits out at 'misinformation' as new figures show fall in crimes Sir Sadiq Khan's comments come after renewed attacks from US President Donald Trump - who recently claimed "crime in London is through the roof".

There is a lot of misinformation about crime and safety in the capital but the facts are clear:

Violence with injury is down in all 32 London boroughs thanks to the incredible work of @MetPoliceUK and @LDNVRU.
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📉New data released today shows nearly 9,000 fewer offences across the capital, a 12% drop year-on-year.

You can see how much violence has fallen in your area here ⬇️

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Our amazing #RWC2025 Champions @RedRosesRugby will stage a special celebration today in our Fan Zone at Battersea Power Station🏉

Celebrations begin at 14:00 with Londoners welcome to turn up or tune in on the BBC as our city continues to shine as the capital of women’s sport 🌹

Congratulations to our amazing @RedRosesRugby who have been crowed #RWC2025 CHAMPIONS right here in London👏🌹🏉

Good luck to @RedRosesRugby as they face Canada in the #RWC2025 Final today at 16:00! ⏰

London is proud to stage the showpiece event at Allianz Stadium and host the Tournament Fan Zone at Battersea Power Station. 🏉

Let’s Go #RedRoses!! 👊

#WearTheRose 🌹