Lord Mayor’s show next month to combine 13th Century traditions with modern diversity of City October 17, 2022 Traditions dating back to the 13th century and a giant inflatable pig will feature in the historic 694th Lord Mayor’s Show next month. Up to 250,000 people are expected to cheer on a ceremony steeped in history on 12 November, as Nicholas Lyons marks the start of his time in office. The ceremony will bring [...]
Social responsibility is an imperative if we want our economy to grow with resilience October 3, 2022 If you walk the streets of the City of London, you will see dragons everywhere. Not the kind displayed in House of the Dragon, the new Game of Thrones prequel, but images of the creatures in crests, in insignia above doors, on flags, and on the top of buildings. They are an unmistakable sign of [...]
City Of London Corporation elects business veteran Nicholas Lyons as 694th Lord Mayor September 29, 2022 The City of London has elected Nicholas Lyons as its 694th Lord Mayor. The father-of-four and veteran business leader was announced as the new head of the Square Mile today, taking over the year-long role from Vincent Keaveny. Lyons, who has worked in the City for more than 40-years, pledged to represent financial and professional [...]
Unlock pension cash or start-ups will continue to flee, says Phoenix chief September 27, 2022 Pension cash must be freed up to flow into high-growth British firms or more homegrown startups will be driven overseas, the chair of pensions giant Phoenix warned today.
There is still time to join City Giving Day 2022 September 23, 2022 With City Giving Day fast approaching it is never too late to sign up to take part in this year’s event. Each year City Giving Day celebrates the value of the City to society and how businesses can make a difference, as part of The Lord Mayor’s Appeal’s bid to create a fair society. The [...]
TfL confirms Byford’s departure as COO Lord steps in on interim basis September 22, 2022 TfL has confirmed the departure of commissioner Andy Byford at the end of October as current chief operating officer Andy Lord steps in on an interim basis. Byford said he will leave the network and move back to the US, where he lived and was New York City Transit’s president. Announced today, Byford’s resignation comes [...]
Complex but enduring and adaptable, the City can take cues from the monarchy September 20, 2022 Yesterday, the world watched as our beloved monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, was laid to rest. I had the privilege of attending the funeral and joined so many others in paying my respects to a sovereign who exemplified duty and symbolised stability. In recent days, I have been reflecting on what Queen Elizabeth II meant to [...]
The monarchy’s strength is the foundation of our prosperity in choppy waters September 12, 2022 The City is united in grief after learning of the death of Her Majesty the Queen. The Lord Mayor of the City of London spoke of our immense sadness and mourning. But it was also a time to reflect on Her Majesty the Queen’s momentous reign, one which was characterised by an unfaltering commitment to [...]
Charles III proclaimed as King in the City of London September 10, 2022 King Charles III was proclaimed as King on the steps of the Royal Exchange in the heart of the City of London this afternoon. The royal party had driven from St James’ Palace to the City to read further proclamations at today. Trumpeters gathered at the Royal Exchange and Mansion House, home and office to [...]
In memoriam: HM The Queen and the Square Mile September 8, 2022 Her Majesty the Queen was a regular visitor to the City, from major speeches to visiting our most historic church, St. Paul’s Cathedral. The links between the Palace and the City have been strong since Her Majesty’s coronation. At one lunch at the Guildhall, marking the 40th anniversary of her accession to the throne, she [...]