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TFL & The London Marathon Foundation are investing over £550m in 180 community schemes to get more Londoners from all backgrounds enjoying the physical, social and mental benefits of walking and cycling 🚶‍♀️🚴‍♂️ tinyurl.com/2vm3nzpp

Met prioritises neighbourhoods in new community crime-fighting strategy A New Met for London: Phase 2 will ensure a continued focus on delivering More Trust, Less Crime, and High Standards – with precision community...

Backed by a record £1.16billion from @london.gov.uk, we’ve seen reductions in homicides, burglaries, shoplifting & injuries from violence. Driving down crime is at the heart of Met Police's New Met for London plan & will help build a safer London for all.

🛍️There’s only 15 shopping days left before Christmas 🎄 If you’re looking for gifts for your loved ones, think about supporting some of London’s amazing small businesses. They are the backbone of our economy and by shopping locally you can help them thrive.

White storks to make historic return to London in 2026 Species extinct as breeding birds in Britain since 1416 to be reintroduced in Barking and Dagenham as part of rewilding effort

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💉🤧Flu can be serious, particularly for pregnant women, older people, children & adults with a long-term conditions or those with a weakened immune system. It’s important to protect yourself & the people you care about with a free flu vaccine. More info shorturl.at/OPFST

White storks to make historic return to London in 2026 Species extinct as breeding birds in Britain since 1416 to be reintroduced in Barking and Dagenham as part of rewilding effort

White storks to make historic return to London in 2026

For the first time in 600 years, a breeding colony of white storks is to be re-introduced to London.

Beavers will also make their debut in East London – just two of the exciting new projects @london.gov.uk has funded through his £12m Green Roots Fund.

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Small businesses are essential to our communities and play a vital role in London’s economy.

Get involved in #SmallBusinessSaturday and support your favourite local shop this weekend.

Delighted to join @mayoroflondon.bsky.social to launch London's first fully electric cycling & walking ferry.

Crossing the Thames between Rotherhithe & Canary Wharf, it carries up to 100 bikes and helps connect up two of the UK's busiest bike lanes. 🚲🚶‍♀️🌊

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Electric ferry brings zero-emission travel to the River Thames The Orbit Clipper will carry passengers between Canary Wharf and Rotherhithe every 10 minutes.

Today @london.gov.uk launched the UK's first all-electric ferry, to make cross-river trips not only cleaner and greener but also quicker and more accessible for Londoners: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

I’m proud to mark the launch of the Orbit Clipper - the UK’s first fully electric cross-river passenger ferry.

This is a great new transport option for Londoners: cleaner and greener than its predecessor, providing more accessible journeys across the river for far more people.

Flu can be serious for those at high risk. If you're eligible, book your flu vaccine online or via your GP, pharmacy or NHS App.

The wonderful Trafalgar Square Christmas tree lights were switched on this evening. The tree is a gesture of thanks from Norway for Britain’s support during the World War II and it’s lighting up marks the start of the festive season.
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A new online exhibition has launched on Bloomberg Connects to mark #IDPD2025. Curated by Dr Linda Rocco, The Liberty Digital Guide is a free, accessible collection that celebrates more than 20 years of @london.gov.uk #LibertyLDN & UK disability arts.
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An estimated 1 in 50 Londoners are homeless & living in temporary accommodation. @london.gov.uk & London Councils have today launched a new programme focused on preventing people becoming homeless in the capital & ensuring they get the support they need.

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If you want to attend London’s spectacular New Year’s Eve celebrations, make sure you buy your tickets from the only official ticket outlet Ticketmaster. No other tickets will be accepted so don’t miss out ticketmaster.co.uk/london-nye/

TfL is rolling out fault-reporting technology on lifts across the network, so customers who rely on step-free access get real-time updates & quicker lift repairs. This project underscores the Mayor & TfL's commitment to creating an inclusive transport network
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Nowhere does the festive season like London, and TfL services remain the best way to get around and enjoy everything the capital has to offer

There will be some planned works & service changes so customers should check before they travel for a smooth journey

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Protect yourself against flu this winter by getting a vaccine. To book visit: nhs.uk/nhs-services...

This Christmas, Londoners and visitors can experience the magic of the West End with 10% off Theatre Tokens. Thanks to TfL and Official London Theatre, its now even easier to enjoy some world-class productions.

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“Together, I’m confident we can win this fight for good” - @london.gov.uk has reiterated London’s commitment to ending all new HIV cases in the capital by 2030, as we mark World Aids Day.

@london.gov.uk spoke to the How to Feed podcast to highlight the impact of free school meals on London’s primary schoolchildren. Last week, the Mayor visited Shoreditch Park Primary School to celebrate the funding of 100m meals across the capital thanks to City Hall

On the sixth anniversary of the Fishmongers’ Hall terror attack, we remember Saskia Jones & Jack Merritt who tragically lost their lives.

They will remain in our thoughts, as will our emergency services & the Londoners who bravely put themselves in danger that day to help others.

Deputy Mayor Dr Debbie Weekes-Bernard joined social media sensations Bus Aunty and Simply Sayo on a specially wrapped bus to support NHSBT’s campaign urging more Londoners to donate blood. This simple act of giving helps save lives. For more info visit blood.co.uk

Happy New Year! 🎆 | London Fireworks 2025 🔴 - BBC YouTube video by BBC

If you enjoy watching London’s famous New Year’s Eve firework display on TV, why not come and watch it in person on the banks of Thames? Tickets are currently only available here: www.ticketmaster.co.uk/london-nye/
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E-bike fire warnings shown on Piccadilly Circus billboard The London Fire Brigade has warned fire from e-bike batteries are

E-Bikes are top of the wish list for many people in the run up to Christmas, but buying online can come with risks.

This Black Friday, @london-fire.bsky.social is advising Londoners to buy e-bikes from reputable high street retailers and avoid online marketplaces. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Today @london.gov.uk hosted the second Clean Air and Health Summit, bringing together environment and health leaders, and government ministers, to help drive action to tackle toxic air pollution.

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This morning @london.gov.uk joined the family, friends and loved ones of Damilola Taylor to mark 25 years since the 10 year old’s senseless, tragic murder.

The Damilola Taylor Trust continues to change lives for the better, providing opportunities for young people across our city and beyond.

JPMorgan to build £3 billion mega tower HQ at Canary Wharf in boost for London Facilities including terraces and roof-tops, wellness spaces, nursing rooms, restaurants and cafés, and bicycle parking spaces.

@london.gov.uk welcomes JPMorgan Chase’s landmark investment in a new HQ in the capital – a major commitment that will create thousands of jobs and further strengthen London’s position at the centre of the global economy. www.standard.co.uk/business/jpm...

Response to the Budget from @london.gov.uk