Article: As the world becomes more dangerous, high standards matter like never before
“As the world becomes more dangerous, high standards matter like never before” – City AM
Category The City of London & Broad Street Ward
“Bright Lights, Open Minds, Robust Community”
182 Days – Counting Forwards & Backwards – Halfway Checkpoint
Well, today is the one day this year when the staff at Mansion House and I are using the same number of days to mark the Lord Mayor’s term, 182. 26 weeks, with a leap day therein. I’ve been counting…
Mayor’s Progress – May
Article: The king, the oryx and why the UK and the UAE must work together to beat climate change
“The UK and the UAE must work together to beat climate change” – City AM
40 Remarkable Individuals Awarded Freedom Of The City Of London In Group Ceremony – Number 1
For the first time since 1899, dozens of people have been awarded the Freedom of the City of London today. The ceremony saw 40 recipients from a broad spectrum of sectors honoured at the Mansion House for their outstanding contributions…
Cycling – Less Manic, Less Panic
Sadly, as a cyclist myself, the anti-social behaviour of many London cyclists is becoming socialised. Thus we had an enforcement morning today from 08:00 to 10:00 at Bank with the following resources: It was impressive to see squads of police…
Plaque On Track
I was delighted with my first sign of plaque – no, not even dental is spelt “placque”! It was a delight to open a newly refurbished track in Parliament Hill. Great coverage too – “Parliament Hill athletics track on Hampstead…
Article: How the UK can lead the world in fintech
“How the UK can lead the world in fintech” – City AM
The Pinchbeck Waterloo Watch Draw
Pinchbeck Waterloo Watch draw for the Lord Mayor’s Big Curry Lunch, £20. A unique watch – there will only ever be one Waterloo Watch – to raise funds to support veterans into employment. This beautiful, distinctive timepiece has been created…
The Bees Needs
Great to attend the Pollinating London Together Annual General Meeting at Drapers’ Hall. My remarks went as follows: Drapers’ Hall, 18:00, Tuesday, 2 April 2024, The Rt Hon The Lord Mayor of London, Alderman Professor Michael Mainelli Ladies and Gentlemen.…