In an attempt to keep Bishopsgate constituents updated on the work I am engaged in on your behalf, I thought it might be helpful to brief you on the decisions taken by the Court of Common Council at Guildhall today.…
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World AIDS Day 2023
World AIDS Day takes place on the 1st December each year and brings together people from around the world to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS and demonstrate international solidarity in the face of the pandemic. The day is an opportunity for…
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Bishopsgate: Christmas has Begun!
Over the past couple of weeks, I’ve had the honour of attending a number of events around Bishopsgate, as we mark the start of the festive season! Last week, I joined the Eastern City Business Improvement District (EC BID) team…
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Bishopsgate: Combat 2 Coffee Visit
This morning, fellow Bishopsgate Councillor, Shravan Joshi and I visited the Combat2Coffee kiosk at Liverpool Street Station to chat with the team about the important work they do. Combat2Coffee was formed by Nigel Seaman after being diagnosed with PTSD that was…
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Bishopsgate: Remembrance Service – Liverpool Street Station
At 11am today, a busy Liverpool Street Station fell silent, as the bugle played the Last Post and a community came together to remember those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom and security in conflicts across the…
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Finsbury Circus Gardens – Redevelopment Works Commence
As you may be aware in 2021, the City of London Corporation consulted on proposals to implement a series of improvements to Finsbury Circus Gardens which seek to retain its character as a green haven, refresh and enrich the planting,…
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Bishopsgate: Exchange Square wins Building of the Year!
The Worshipful Company of Chartered Architects has awarded the Exchange Square redevelopment in the Bishopsgate Ward of the City of London it’s coveted ‘Building of the Year’ award, presented by the Rt Hon the Lord Mayor of the City of…
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City of London Disabled Parking Review
The City of London Corporation is undertaking a review into improving the disabled parking experience in the City of London. We have posted a survey to all Red Badge holders and would be grateful if you could complete this with…
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Bishopsgate: Annual Wardmote – 23 March 2023
Earlier today, Bishopsgate voters gathered at the Parish Hall of St. Botolph Without Church for the annual Wardmote (meeting of electors). The agenda and minutes are available below, but if there are any items you would like to raise with…
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22 Bishopsgate: Tree Felling
A number of people have asked me why the avenue of mature redwood trees in front of 22 Bishopsgate have been felled. I’ve discussed the issue with the Head of Planning and Development at the City of London Corporation and…
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