Luke Marshall-Waterfield
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Acting Chief Digital Officer for the Mayor of London.
If the London Box had gone ahead half of Brixton would have been demolished and for various contingent reasons Iād never have been born.
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In London, hate will never win.
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We must unite against those who seek to divide us.
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The Guardian
4 months ago
Dear Britain, itās now clear: 20mph zones save lives and donāt slow traffic. Implement them | Sadiq Khan
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Dear Britain, itās now clear: 20mph zones save lives and donāt slow traffic. Implement them | Sadiq Khan
There is too much bluff and bluster on this subject. Ordinary people just want safe streets for themselves and those they love, and we can achieve that, says London mayor Sadiq Khan
https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/aug/12/britain-20mph-zones-save-lives-traffic-safe-streets?utm_term=Autofeed&CMP=bsky_gu&utm_medium=&utm_source=Bluesky#Echobox=1755000312
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Last week was London's biggest ever (and bestest)
#LondonDataWeek
. The perfect time for us to launch the new Data for London Library. Here's what it's about:
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Introducing the Data for London Library || London Data Week 2025
YouTube video by London Gov | City Hall
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQ1K74YFnx0
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dfl.london.gov.uk/library
is a cool evolution of the London Datastore - allowing teams to signal what data exists, even if itās not ready to share or to release in full. That visibility helps others discover, understand, and plan around the cityās data assets.
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https://www.london.gov.uk/who-we-are/city-hall-blog/introducing-data-london-library-search-city-data-all-one-place
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Chief Digital Officer for London
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š Data delivers real change for Londoners The new Data for London Library builds on 15 years of impact: š« Air quality alerts š NetZero programmes š¤ Rough sleeping insights šŖ house-building and planning When data is discoverable, services improve
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Chief Digital Officer for London
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š@london.gov.uk just launched something big for city
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- the Data for London Library - transforming city data to improve public services. ā 5,100+ datasets ā Connects (not collects) public bodies & gvt datasets ā Built for AI revolution
www.ukauthority.com/articles/dat...
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Data for London Library goes live | UKAuthority
https://www.ukauthority.com/articles/data-for-london-library-goes-live
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Many years in the making this. The first small - but significant - step in overhauling Londonās city data infrastructure is live at
dfl.London.gov.uk
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When people told us we couldnāt tackle toxic air pollutionāwe did it. When people told us we couldnāt fund free school meals for our kidsāwe did it. Together, we can help end rough sleeping in London by 2030.
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Good news for accessibility in London. The free Snowball appādescribed as āTripAdvisor for the disabled communityāānow integrates TfLās step-free station data, making it easier for disabled people to travel independently. A more inclusive capital for everyone.
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Accessibility app Snowball uses TfL data to make it easier for disabled people to plan journeys in the capital
The pioneering app described as āTripAdvisor for the disabled communityā, is using Transport for London (TfL) data to integrate all the accessible stations on the London transport network into its mob...
https://www.londonworld.com/community/accessibility-app-snowball-uses-tfl-data-to-make-it-easier-for-disabled-people-to-plan-journeys-in-the-capital-5130639
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7 months ago
A UK-EU youth mobility scheme would make it easier for the Government to fulfil its growth ambitions. I wrote for LBC on why Iāve long urged the Prime Minister and British negotiators to pull out all the stops to get it over the line.
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UK-EU youth mobility scheme is essential to reverse Brexit damage and rocket launch the economy, writes Sir Sadiq Khan
A new UK-EU youth mobility scheme is vital to building a more dynamic, successful and prosperous London for everyone.
https://www.lbc.co.uk/opinion/views/uk-eu-youth-mobility-scheme-essential-reverse-brexit-damage-economy/
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Justine Simons OBE
7 months ago
In London youāre never far from a great gig and weāve made it even easier by creating a grassroots music tube mapšø Great to launch
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@london.gov.uk
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metro.co.uk/2025/05/13/l...
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Chief Digital Officer for London
8 months ago
With London's incredible density delivering new infrastructure projects can be the wicked-est of wicked problems. We've built the Infrastructure Mapping Application to help speed up projects and reduce costs. Read on:
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Nearly two-thirds of Londonās CO2 emissions come from buildings, with domestic buildings account for 32% of emissions. Identifying which buildings would benefit from retrofit is tricky, but luckily machine learning can help. Enter the London Building Stock Model 2:
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan
8 months ago
REMINDER: From the end of this month, non-folding e-bikes will no longer be allowed on TfLās tube and rail services. While most e-bikes are safe, some have posed a serious fire risk. This ban is in place to keep Londoners safe, following a comprehensive review by TfL.
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TfL bans most e-bikes on trains amid concern over igniting batteries
Only folding models will be permitted on London Underground, Overground, Elizabeth Line and DLR trains from 31 March
https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/mar/26/tfl-to-issue-ban-on-e-bikes-after-concerns-over-igniting-batteries
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan
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Londonās creative industries help make our city the greatest in the world. I want London to grow and thrive over the next decadeāthey have a central role to play. Weāre investing Ā£10m in fashion, design, film and gaming to keep our capital at the forefront of these industries.
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan
9 months ago
Today Iāve announced a new Ā£6m fund to help organisations continue their life-changing work with some of the most vulnerable people experiencing domestic abuse. It will ensure victims and survivors of domestic abuse in safe accommodation get the specialist support they need.
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Despite caseloads growing, domestic abuse support groups are struggling to survive due to the cost-of-living crisis and years of underfunding from the previous government. Iām working with partners to fund vital support services for thousands of domestic abuse survivors.
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Due to the sudden drop in temperature, I am activating SWEP in partnership with London boroughs. Emergency accommodation will be open to anyone sleeping rough. If you see someone sleeping rough, alert Street Link and help them out of the cold.
thestreetlink.org.uk
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StreetLink - Connecting people sleeping rough to local services
Welcome to StreetLink. Make an alert if you've seen someone sleeping rough, or if you're sleeping rough and want to find out about local support services.
https://thestreetlink.org.uk/
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I wrote a thing about some of the things we can do to make AI things that serve all Londoners.
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Mete Coban MBE
9 months ago
ULEZ works. Londoners are now breathing cleaner air thanks to
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https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/mar/07/london-air-pollution-down-since-ulez-expansion-study
https://t.co/b9ithf7WQ6
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan
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When I became Mayor, evidence showed it would take 193 years to bring London's air pollution within legal limits. Due to our transformative policies, weāre now close to achieving it this year.
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The Guardian
9 months ago
London air pollution down since Ulez extended to outer boroughs, study finds
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London air pollution down since Ulez extended to outer boroughs, study finds
Levels of deadly pollutants have dropped, with significant improvements in capitalās most deprived areas People in London have been breathing significantly cleaner air since the expansion of the ultra low emission zone (Ulez), a study has found. Levelsā¦
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2025/mar/07/london-air-pollution-down-since-ulez-expansion-study?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=bluesky&CMP=bsky_gu
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan
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ULEZ works. Itās that simple. Expanding the Ultra Low Emission Zone wasnāt a decision I took lightly, but the latest figures show that it was the right one for the health of millions of Londoners.
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Last year, I announced that I was developing proposals to breathe new life into Oxford Street. My proposals are designed to unlock the true potential of Oxford Street and deliver a world-class avenue. Iām delighted to launch a public consultation so Londoners can have their say.
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Sadiq Khan launches public consultation on pedestrianisation of Oxford Street
Mr Khan announced the proposal to pedestrianise a 0.7-mile stretch of the popular shopping district in September.
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/londoners-westminster-council-oxford-street-london-mayor-b2706406.html
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan
9 months ago
Oxford Street has been known as the nationās high street, but the area has suffered in recent years. Weāre developing proposals to unlock its full potentialācreating jobs, boosting growth, and delivering a beautiful, world-class avenue. Have your say and help shape its future ā¬ļø
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Oxford Street Transformation
This public consultation ā which will run from 28 February 2025 to 02 May 2025 - is about gathering your views on the proposed establishment of a new Mayoral Development Corporation to unlock the true...
https://www.London.gov.uk/your-oxford-street
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan
9 months ago
Our plan will help create 150,000 well-paid jobs, put an extra Ā£11,000 a year in Londonersā pockets, and generate billions in tax revenue for public services. This will drive growth across the UK while building a better, fairer, and more prosperous London for all.
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5ļøā£ Weāll ensure London is seen as the best place in the world to invest, work and innovate - whether itās through green finance, tech or life sciences.
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4ļøā£ We'll revitalise our high streets and local economies, with a Ā£21 million pound boost to local high streets to ensure every borough benefits from growth.
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3ļøā£ We'll deliver more affordable housing and infrastructure. From new rent-controlled homes to major transport upgrades, we want to make it easier to live, work and move around London.
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2ļøā£ We'll skill up Londoners for the jobs of tomorrow. We want to help every Londoner to find good work, which in turn will help our economy to grow.
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan
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1ļøā£ We'll back businesses and innovation by helping small businesses to scale up and investing in cutting-edge sectors, like AI and clean tech.
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The London Growth Plan is about unlocking opportunity, driving investment, and ensuring every Londoner benefits from a thriving economy. Here are five ways we will turbocharge growth across our capital:
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Chief Digital Officer for London
9 months ago
Weāve been talking Data Libraries again at
#PowerofData
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Why should we involve the public more in how we use public data? It makes things better.
#PowerofData
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The Mayor is calling on businesses and public bodies to donate unwanted IT equipment and help digitally excluded Londoners get online. A laptop or phone your organisation no longer needs could be life-changing for someone else. š Find out how to donate:
loti.london/get-online-l...
#GetOnlineLondon
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Get Online London - LOTI
London's Digital Inclusion Service, Giving Londoners free access to digital devices, data and skills so they can make the most of being online.
https://loti.london/get-online-london/
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan
10 months ago
We know that tackling the complex causes of crime helps divert young people from violence into positive opportunities. I welcome the governmentās Ā£9.4m investment in my
@london-vru.bsky.social
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Howard Dawber
10 months ago
New blockbuster (!) state-of the art immersive space coming to London! Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue set to open this spring, Part of Londonās thriving experience economy.
@london.gov.uk
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The UKās First IRL Minecraft Experience Is Coming To London In A Matter Of Months
Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue brings all the mobs, biomes, and gems out of the game and into London this April.
https://bit.ly/42LjRdb
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan
11 months ago
London is officially the worldās No.1 destination for 2025. From our unrivalled cultural attractions and world-class food scene to a sports calendar like no otherāthereās nowhere like London. Iām delighted that Tripadvisor agrees that London is the top destination in the world.
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London named worldās top destination for 2025
The UK capital took the title for its culinary scene, arts and heritage, said Tripadvisor
https://www.independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/london-2025-best-destinations-tripadvisor-b2676327.html
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Tom Copley
10 months ago
I was delighted to celebrate the completion of the first of the 98 new social rent homes being built next door to Barkingside station. Theyāre being delivered in partnership between Vistry, Peabody, Places for London and LB Redbridge with funding from the Mayor of
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan
10 months ago
Iām proud to call
@metecoban92.bsky.social
one of my Deputy Mayors. From retrofitting our cityās homes to making London more resilient to the climate crisis, hereās some of the work City Hall has been doing over the past six months to ensure a fairer, greener London for everyone.
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Green transition should benefit ordinary Londoners, says deputy mayor
Mete Coban, 32, says climate policy will bring āsocial, economic and racial justiceā to deprived communities
https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/jan/29/green-transition-should-benefit-ordinary-londoners-says-deputy-mayor
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Mete Coban MBE
10 months ago
Climate justice is social justice. Londonās green transition must lower bills, clean our air, and reimagine our neighbourhoods. My first six months as Deputy Mayor have been about making it work for every Londoner. Read my
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www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...
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Green transition should benefit ordinary Londoners, says deputy mayor
Mete Coban, 32, says climate policy will bring āsocial, economic and racial justiceā to deprived communities
https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/jan/29/green-transition-should-benefit-ordinary-londoners-says-deputy-mayor
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Talk London
11 months ago
Londoners, we want to know how you feel about nature in our capital. Share your views by joining Talk London and taking the survey. It takes only 4 minutes, and your views will help us make a big difference. Take part now:
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Survey | Connecting with nature in London
Take our survey and tell us how you feel about Londonās natural spaces and waterways.
https://www.london.gov.uk/talk-london/topics/environment/connecting-nature-london/surveys/1187?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=organicsocial&utm_content=naturepost2&utm_campaign=nature012025#campaign
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Dai Vaughan
11 months ago
I've written this thread up as a blog post with some more details: Why some DVLA digital services don't work at night
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Good conversation about what the National Data Library might end up being at
#UKGC25
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chiefdigitalofficer4london.medium.com/towards-a-ne...
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Medium
https://chiefdigitalofficer4london.medium.com/towards-a-new-data-for-london-library-d95a062f30d9e
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#UKGC25
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan
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