The London I know & love is built on the strength of many communities who call it home, working together & celebrating our shared values. Londoners' reception to our #LovedandWanted campaign has been wonderful. We know this is a much-needed message. Join us in sharing it❤️

Last week we published this powerful message which is beautifully crafted and loud and clear about #London's values. It comes alongside nearly £1m worth of funding to back the amazing work of civil society organisation supporting and bringing together Londoners from all walks of life.

Over the weekend, Oxford Street went traffic-free and Londoners saw its true potential. With music, food, culture and celebrations, it showed how this iconic street can thrive as a welcoming, world-class destination for all.

We must unite against those who seek to divide us.

London’s story is one of resilience, success and optimism - not decline as fearmongers portray. From cleaner air to better transport, vibrant culture to lower crime - here's some key facts ⬇️ bylinetimes.com/2025/08/13/t...

Proud to share new @london.gov.uk backed research championing Bangladeshi & Pakistani women in London's labour market. It highlights the huge barriers, high unemployment & pay gaps they face-calling for wide scale action on fair pay & discrimination www.london.gov.uk/bangladeshi-...

Lovely trip to Ealing Pitzhanger Manor last week for #SouthAsianHeritageMonth with Deputy Mayor @debbieweekesb.bsky.social. Quick tour of the beautiful house followed by hunger-inducing conversation about food and identity for the Migration Menu Podcast. Episode to come in the Autumn...

🟡Temperatures are predicted to approach 30°C this week, and a yellow heat health alert has been issued for London. I’m working closely with partners to ensure vulnerable people are protected from the heat, including councils providing emergency support to rough sleepers. bit.ly/3JbZqhQ

If you’re out and about in London, there are 4,000 water refill points and more than 100 water fountains across the city, plus cool spaces where you can take respite from the heat. Find both on our Cool Spaces map: apps.london.gov.uk/cool-spaces/

The news from India is deeply distressing. My thoughts are with the family & friends of those on board the Air India flight—I can only imagine how devastating this must be. I’m in close contact with the Government & Indian High Commission. More information from Air India:

📢 #NationalBloodWeek starts today – and there is a critical need for blood right now. 🩸@GiveBloodNHS particularly need blood from donors of Black heritage to treat sickle cell disease. 🙏Each donation can save up to 3 lives. 🗓️Book an appointment: www.blood.co.uk

Londoners—your voice matters. The State of London Debate is happening on 12 June. It’s your chance to ask questions and help shape the future of our city. Join the conversation. Register now: www.london.gov.uk/events/state...

A UK-EU youth mobility scheme would make it easier for the Government to fulfil its growth ambitions. I wrote for LBC on why I’ve long urged the Prime Minister and British negotiators to pull out all the stops to get it over the line.

For #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek take #ZeroSuicideLDN free, online suicide prevention training. It will teach you how to spot the signs of suicide and have a life-saving conversation with those in your community. No one should feel alone when they’re struggling 👇📣 thriveldn.co.uk/zerosuicideldn

Modern England is a tapestry of various cultures, faiths, histories and influences—bound together by the values of democracy, decency, fairness and respect. We cannot be complacent amid a concerted effort to normalise views that were once rightly consigned to the fringes.

NEW: City Hall hosts London’s first ever International VAWG Summit. Violence against women and girls is a global epidemic. Together we’re sharing solutions to make our streets safer and committing to working together to tackle the root causes of gender-based violence.

“It’s time to call last orders on red tape and get behind our nightlife.” My colleague @justinesimons.bsky.social writes about how the government’s plan to give the Mayor strategic licensing powers will help boost London’s bars, pubs and music venues. www.standard.co.uk/comment/soho...

Proud to partner with the brilliant @workrights.bsky.social to tackle exploitation of migrant workers. Everyone deserves fair treatment at work, no matter their background.   The Mayor's (@london.gov.uk) Employment Rights Hub helps all Londoners know their rights   www.london.gov.uk/programmes-s...

The Mayor of London’s Community Weekend is back! Applications are now open for funding to deliver community-based events & activities across the city at this year’s Mayor's Community Weekend. More information and how to apply 👇 shorturl.at/1j0jS @london.gov.uk @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk

I understand the significant strain that rising household bills place on Londoners. If you’re struggling, free, expert advice is available through the services we fund—London Citizens Advice and the London Legal Support Trust—to help you access the support you’re entitled to.

Equity, diversity and inclusion has now become weaponised, with misconceptions fuelling hostility towards these efforts. In my article for @lbc.co.uk, I outline why City Hall is proud to champion our richly diverse city and communities. www.lbc.co.uk/opinion/view...

City Hall has issued a high pollution alert for London due to air pollution from mainland Europe. I urge Londoners to look after themselves and protect those with conditions such as asthma. This includes refraining from engine idling and burning wood or garden waste.

Great conversation on Keeping Faith: A How-To Guide for #IWD2025. We discussed the incredible work women of faith are doing to support communities, the rise in misogyny, and the Mayor's £230m investment in initiatives to tackle violence against women & girls. 🎧 tinyurl.com/y47m4tcz @london.gov.uk

Expanding ULEZ: it wasn’t an easy decision, but it was the right one for Londoners’ health. The latest figures back that up:

After a year of the #ULEZ expansion every Londoner is breathing cleaner air. 🙌 I’m pleased that some of London’s most deprived communities are seeing huge benefits with an 80% reduction in people who live near London’s busiest roads exposed to illegal levels of pollution.

ULEZ works. It’s that simple. Expanding the Ultra Low Emission Zone wasn’t a decision I took lightly, but the latest figures show that it was the right one for the health of millions of Londoners.

💬 All Londoners I speak to have an opinion on Oxford Street. This is your chance to have your say on making it fit for the future. #London #OxfordStreet

I’m pleased to announce that TfL is inviting Londoners to share their thoughts on the next proposed Superloop express bus route between Abbey Wood and North Greenwich. The plans for this express service will connect even more places in outer London. Have your say ⬇️

🚨 NEW 🚨 Updated list of all the UK MPs on Bluesky 👇 Labour – 248 Liberal Democrats – 40 Conservative – 4 Green – 4 Independent – 3 SNP – 2 Alliance, Plaid Cymru, SDLP – 1 each And Commons Speaker @commonsspeaker.parliament.uk

We all make London the city it is today. Loved and Wanted celebrates our city’s enduring spirit of respect, unity and togetherness. We support the @mayoroflondon.bsky.social new campaign! It is its message to all of London's communities. @mayoroflondon.bsky.social #LovedAndWanted

Moving beyond the abrasive language of 'tolerance' and regulatory terms like 'cohesion', I was delighted to speak at @london.gov.uk communities event about the new #lovedandwanted campaign representing @runnymedetrust.bsky.social Thanks to @debbieweekesb.bsky.social for her leadership on this 🩷

Here is my message to all Londoners, organisations, faith & community groups who work night and day to ensure people in London feel #LovedandWanted 💌 Thankyou ❤️

🎧 Recommend a listen to Deputy Mayor of London @debbieweekesb.bsky.social and @melissasigodo.bsky.social in #thespace. An authentic and important conversation but some difficult topics covered. It struck me how quickly things have changed and not for the better in recent months.

Imagine a place where everyone is free to be who they want to be and love who they want to love. That’s London. In these uncertain times, please know that you will always be loved and wanted in our city.

This is incredibly welcome news and will be a relief to the Ukrainian community in London. It’s an important step towards reuniting families separated by war www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Last week, to commemorate Holocaust Memorial Day, Assembly Members attended City Hall’s annual service and the Chair of the London Assembly gave a speech.

Holocaust Memorial Day provides an important moment to listen to survivors' stories & reflect on some of humanity’s darkest chapters. As divisions within our society increase, it’s crucial to remember that we have far more in common than that which divides us. #HMD www.youtube.com/watch?v=cW63...

This year alone, 12k blood donors of Black heritage will be needed to treat diseases such as sickle cell, which disproportionately affects Black communities🩸 The new Brixton donor centre can make a huge difference, but we need communities to register 👇 blood.co.uk

Strong start to the day in #Brixton with Deputy Mayor @debbieweekesb.bsky.social at official opening of a vital new Blood Donor Centre. Particular highlight getting a good dose of energy from amazing B Positive Choir at 0915. Thank you @antonytiernan.bsky.social and team.

The new Blood Donor Centre in the heart of Brixton will be vitally important to helping more Londoners give blood. Right now there is an urgent need for blood donors, particularly those from London’s Black communities.

This is why, on days like today, I’m proud to be a Londoner - standing with the Mayor @london.gov.uk as we reaffirm this unequivocal message. To all communities and all who work to make our city a success – we will fight against hate and division. London will always be a place for everyone.

The first MQT of 2025 will kick off at 10am at City Hall. The Mayor will be talking about the issues that matter most to Londoners. Tune in live: www.youtube.com/watch?v=OT_8...

London, there is a UKHSA & @metoffice.bsky.social amber cold-health alert in place until next Wednesday ❄️ During this very cold weather, stay warm by: 🔴Heating rooms to 18 degrees if you can 🪟 Keeping bedroom windows closed 👚Wearing plenty of layers Read more 👇 www.gov.uk/government/p...

Winter is a worrying time for Londoners struggling with the cost of living. That’s why the Mayor @london.gov.uk has sent these simple guides to financial support & impartial advice to over 267,000 households. All this info can be found via our Cost-of-Living Hub 👇 www.london.gov.uk/programmes-s...

The Mayor of #London has issued these guide to cost-of-living support and advice to over 267,000 households at risk of digital exclusion. If you know you someone struggling with #financial difficulties you can find this info too on the MoL's Cost-of-Living Hub: www.london.gov.uk/programmes-s...

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas 🎄 Tonight, the Trafalgar Square Christmas tree lit up our city, bringing Londoners together in a moment of joy and unity.

It's #InternationalDayOfPersonsWithDisabilities. In Nov I attended the #DisabilityPower100 awards to recognise the UKs most influential disabled people. Today is a great chance to honour them & City Hall's own DDPO forum for championing the rights of disabled people in London

A reminder that People’s Question Time is coming to Wandsworth in less than two weeks, on Thursday December 12, 7–9pm. Ask your questions about issues affecting London, from housing and transport to the economy and environment.

Pleased to chair a fantastic panel of experts at the London Funder’s Autumn Conference discussing community wealth & its transformative potential for local economies. Thanks to our insightful speakers & engaged audience for the dynamic exchange of ideas. Let's keep the momentum going #LFConf24

If you like loud noises and beautiful lights - then this is for you... Monday is your last chance to grab tickets to see the display in person. #LondonEvents 🎇