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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 5h

A powerful Black History Month reception at City Hall tonight, honouring our communities. Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate the Black Londoners whose achievements and contributions are woven into every part of our city's story. Our diversity is our greatest strength.

Mayor Sadiq Khan stands smiling next to Deputy Mayor Debbie Weekes-Bernard, four young men and a young woman. One of the men is giving a thumbs up to the camera. They are inside a spacious atrium.

Three women and two men play steel drums. The drums read ‘Pantonic Steel Orchestra’

Mayor Sadiq Khan stands on a stage inside a large atrium, addressing a large seated audience which includes Deputy Mayors Kaya Comer-Schwartz and Mete Coban from behind a lectern.

A man and a woman stand near a large lit ‘BHM26’ sign. The rest of the room is dimmer.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 05/10/2026

For many West Londoners, the quickest route between two places often isn't the most direct. The West London Orbital would change that with a new Overground line between Hounslow and Hendon.

Graphic of proposed line from Hendon to Hounslow. Text below map reads "The proposed West London Orbital would unlock 25,000+ homes, support jobs and reduce congestion"

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 04/10/2026

New DLR trains have been in service for the past month. With spacious walk-through carriages, live travel info and air conditioning, these state-of-the-art trains are transforming travel in South and East London.

Interior of a new DLR train showing patterned blue and turquoise seating, including a clearly marked priority seat with armrests.

New DLR train at a station platform with its doors open, showing the accessible entrance and interior of the carriage.

New DLR train at Stratford station, viewed from the front while standing alongside the platform.

Interior of a new DLR train, showing blue and turquoise seating, priority seats, handrails and a wide central aisle.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 03/10/2026

This October, Diwali on the Square returns to light up the heart of London. Join Londoners from every community for a free celebration of light, hope and togetherness. 📅 Sunday 25 October 🕐 1–7pm Everyone is welcome.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 02/10/2026

London is the wild west when it comes to e-bikes for hire. I welcome the government's plans to give cities powers to better manage e-bikes, but London can't afford further delays. We’re working with the government and operators now to speed up the process.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 02/10/2026

People’s Question Time - a chance for Londoners to hold City Hall to account. Register here to attend in person, or watch online 7–9pm on Wednesday 21 October: www.london.gov.uk/events/peopl...

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 02/10/2026

Hounslow to Hendon directly on the Overground? It could be happening - but we need to hear from you first. Tell us what you think about the proposed West London Orbital plans before 18 November. haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/west-london-...

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 01/10/2026

From our streets to our schools, hospitals and workplaces, Black Londoners have helped build the city we know today. This Black History Month, we celebrate the generations of people whose contributions continue to shape London.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 01/10/2026

Who makes history? The people whose names fill the history books and the people whose names never make the pages. This Black History Month, we celebrate the Black Londoners whose contributions are woven into the story of our city. Black history is London’s history.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 30/09/2026

From touchdowns to Trafalgar Square. We’re partnering with the NFL for a spectacular free two-day fan festival in the heart of London to celebrate the upcoming 2026 NFL London Games. A great opportunity for Londoners to experience the best of the NFL. Download the OnePass app to register.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 28/09/2026

The countdown is on for a traffic-free Oxford Street. Monday 26 October marks a new chapter for the nation’s high street as it becomes pedestrianised.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 28/09/2026

It’s happening. Oxford Street is going traffic-free on Monday 26 October. The transformation of the nation’s high street into a world-class pedestrianised space will begin in earnest four weeks from today.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 28/09/2026

From Greenwich Village to Covent Garden - New York’s famous Blue Note jazz club opened in London this week. The opening of this renowned musical institution is a great sign of what’s to come for London’s nightlife.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 27/09/2026

The Laver Cup brought world-class tennis back to the capital this weekend. Thanks to our partnership, 3000 Londoners were able to access free and reduced-cost tickets to tennis events @TheO2. That’s an ace for London as the world capital of sport.

Wide view of a packed indoor tennis arena during a Laver Cup match, illuminated with red and blue lighting.

Three people, including the Mayor of London, standing beside the Laver Cup trophy in front of a branded display.

Audience seated in a large auditorium under contrasting blue and red stage lighting.

Laver Cup trophy displayed on a court under red and black lighting.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 27/09/2026

London’s rivers are getting the clean-up they deserve. This World Rivers Day, I’m celebrating our waterways and the work underway to transform 10 rivers across London over the next decade. We’re restoring nature, tackling pollution and creating better spaces for Londoners to enjoy.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 26/09/2026

Housing. Transport. Policing. Air quality. Whatever matters most to you about living and working in London, People's Question Time is an opportunity to ask your questions. Register to attend in-person in Islington or online on Wednesday 21 October, 7–9pm. www.london.gov.uk/events/peopl...

Audience members at People's Question Time raise their hands to ask a question.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 25/09/2026

Could this be West London's missing link? Our first consultation on the West London Orbital is now live. Plans would connect Hounslow and Hendon via a new London Overground route with four new stations. Find out more and have your say: tfl.gov.uk/corporate/ab...

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 25/09/2026

Some openings deserve a drum roll. Blue Note has joined London's music scene, bringing world-class jazz to Covent Garden. It's an exciting addition to a city that's continuing to back culture, music and great nights out.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 25/09/2026

A brand new bus company. Owned by London. Run by London. For years, Londoners have told me they want to see more bus routes under public ownership. Today, we begin our mission to deliver just that. www.itv.com/news/london/2026-09-25/publicly-owned-bus-company-announced-for-london

Several red double-decker buses parked inside a covered bus depot with metal roof beams overhead.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 25/09/2026

This is incredibly alarming. We cannot go on like this. We need more advocacy for climate action, not just from the environmental movement, but from the political centre.

Screenshot of a Guardian article titled “Huge El Niño projected to cause more than 450,000 deaths by February.” The article, by environment editor Damian Carrington and dated 23 September 2026, says climate scientists estimate that additional heat from a projected strong El Niño could cause more than 450,000 deaths by February, on top of existing climate-crisis-related deaths. It mentions impacts across Indonesia, India, Nigeria and the US, as well as additional deaths from droughts, wildfires and flooding.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 25/09/2026

You can’t always see pollution, but you can see its impact on our children’s health. This World Lung Day, we're reflecting on the progress London has made in cutting harmful pollution and protecting young lungs across our city.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 24/09/2026

South Kensington Underground station is the gateway to some of London’s best-loved museums. Plans to redevelop it have moved a step closer, promising Londoners and visitors a better travel experience, plus new affordable housing, office space and business opportunities.

Architectural visualisation of the proposed South Kensington Underground station upgrade, viewed from Cromwell Place, showing the station entrance and surrounding streetscape with white Victorian buildings, shops, traffic and pedestrians.

Architectural visualisation of the proposed South Kensington Underground station upgrade, viewed from Thurloe Street looking south-west, showing the redesigned station entrance and forecourt, surrounding historic buildings, pedestrians, bicycles and street furniture.

Architectural visualisation of the proposed South Kensington Underground station platform, showing a redesigned platform with a brick-arched wall, seating, lighting, station signage and an Underground roundel.

Architectural visualisation of the proposed South Kensington Underground station ticket hall, showing a bright, spacious interior beneath a glazed roof, with ticket gates, station signage and passengers.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 24/09/2026

One of the world's best-known jazz clubs now has a home in London's West End. Blue Note's arrival in Covent Garden is good news not only for music lovers, but for the wider local economy. It's another reminder of why strategic licensing decisions matter for London's growth.

The Mayor of London poses with Deputy Mayor Justine Simons and four other guests inside Blue Note London. The group stand together for a photograph in the dimly lit venue.

The interior of Blue Note London during its opening, with musicians performing on a brightly lit stage beneath blue lighting and draped curtains. The Blue Note sign is visible above the stage, while an audience fills the seating area in front.

The Mayor of London stands with three guests outside the entrance to Blue Note London. The illuminated venue sign reads “Blue Note – Jazz Capital of the World,” with “Grand Opening” displayed underneath.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 23/09/2026

From Hounslow to Hendon, without the detour. The proposed West London Orbital would create a new passenger rail link, unlock 25,000+ homes, support thousands of jobs, improve air quality and help cut congestion. Have your say in our public consultation now: haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/west-london-...

Map showing the proposed London Overground West London Orbital rail service. The route runs north to south from Hendon, Brent Cross West, Neasden (new station), Harlesden (new station), Old Oak Common Lane (new station), Acton Central, South Acton, Lionel Road (new station), Brentford, Syon Lane, Isleworth and Hounslow. Interchange connections are shown to the Jubilee, Bakerloo, Central, Mildmay and Elizabeth lines, plus National Rail services and airport links. Stations and routes are subject to consultation and further planning.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 23/09/2026

School exclusions and suspensions in London are now half the national average. Keeping children in school helps to keep them safe – and that’s why this progress is so important.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 22/09/2026

Cycling is a fantastic way to get around London, especially now that we've grown our Cycleways network five-fold. To celebrate Car Free Day, TfL is making it even cheaper and easier for more Londoners to explore our city by bike with this new Santander Cycles offer. bit.ly/4y9byF5

Graphic comparing London’s cycle network in 2016 and 2026. Two maps show the city with cycle routes highlighted in green: the 2016 map has relatively few routes, while the 2026 map shows a much denser network. Text reads, “London’s cycle network is now five times larger than in 2016.”

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 21/09/2026

Every day, London's bus drivers help millions of people get where they need to be. It's only right that they have access to safe, comfortable facilities while carrying out this crucial work. We're investing more and moving quickly to improve driver welfare across the capital.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 21/09/2026

Safer schools start with every pupil feeling heard. Young people are twice as likely to be involved in violence after exclusion. I've backed my Violence Reduction Unit's Inclusion Charter and our partnership with UNICEF UK to help schools build belonging, like St Augustine’s in Kilburn.

Mayor of London Sadiq Khan stands between Anna Ketley, UNICEF Chief Impact and Influence Officer, on his left, and Lib Peck, Director of the Violence Reduction Unit, on his right, inside a secondary school. All three are smiling at the camera.

Mayor of London Sadiq Khan sits with secondary school students in a classroom discussion. Actress Nkechi Simms, wearing a blue sweater, is seated among the students. The group sits in a circle in a bright classroom.

Mayor of London Sadiq Khan stands beside secondary school students in a classroom, looking at an open book or piece of student work with them. Students are seated around a table in the background.

Mayor of London Sadiq Khan poses for a photograph between two secondary school students, one male student and one female student, in a school corridor. All three are facing the camera.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 21/09/2026

Evidence shows young people are safer when they are in school. Since we implemented my Violence Reduction Unit's London Inclusion Charter, the rate of permanent exclusions, suspensions and persistent absenteeism in our city’s schools have all reduced.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 20/09/2026

Normal? Not at all. Birdsong fades. Summer temperatures soar. The danger is we simply adjust – but we shouldn’t. We cannot allow the climate crisis to rewrite our idea of what's normal.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 20/09/2026

To Jewish Londoners and communities across our city, wishing you a meaningful Yom Kippur and an easy fast. G’mar chatima tovah.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 18/09/2026

The story of London cannot be told without the story of Black Londoners. Black On The Square brought thousands of people together to celebrate the culture, creativity and communities that help make our city what it is today.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 18/09/2026

Every young girl should be able to see a future for herself in sport. That's why it's fantastic to welcome Athlos to London for the first time. This weekend celebrates world-class female athletes and sends a powerful message about equality, ambition and opportunity.

Six women running on a racetrack in the dark, in front of six sparkler fireworks

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 18/09/2026

More officers. Smarter tech. Record funding. Fewer places for phone thieves to hide.

Bar chart showing 'theft from the person' 42% lower, 'personal robbery' 33% lower, 'vehicle crime' 33% lower. Text above reads "Targeted policing is making a difference in Westminster. More officers and Sur-Ron e-bikes are helping cut crime across Westminster, with significant reductions in theft, including phone theft." Text below bar chart reads "Source: MOPAC analysis of MPS recorded crime data (12 months to August 2026 vs previous 12 months. London Datastore 02/09/2026. Recorded crime data is subject to future revision".

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 17/09/2026

Lady in Blue by Tschabalala Self takes pride of place on Trafalgar Square’s Fourth Plinth this month. A powerful symbol of optimism for London.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 16/09/2026

A decade on, the numbers speak for themselves: 1.4 billion Hopper journeys and counting… One fare. Unlimited bus journeys within an hour.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 16/09/2026

London speaks hundreds of languages. Soon, a few more voices will join the conversation. I’m partnering with London Higher to welcome international students whose ideas and experiences help make our city what it is.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 15/09/2026

Tell me again that climate change is a hoax.

Chart showing global annual temperature abnormalities between 1880 and 2024

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 15/09/2026

Another year of putting London’s children first.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 14/09/2026

The rapid pace of AI development presents meaningful dangers to our society. My statement on the events of the last few days:

Part 1 of statement: AI CEOs are today voicing many of the same concerns I’ve been expressing on behalf of Londoners about the pace of AI development - and it’s clear a broad consensus has now emerged that it’s time to act.

AI is an incredibly powerful technology, and politicians and regulators need to be alert both to the opportunities and risks it presents.

Used responsibly, it has enormous potential to help us address some of the biggest challenges we face – from treating cancer to tackling the climate crisis.

But used recklessly, or in the wrong hands, we should be under no illusions: it can do immense harm, including to our national security, children’s wellbeing and the safety of women and girls.

I’ve previously warned AI could be a weapon of mass destruction for jobs and that’s one of the reasons why we’ve set up the London AI and Jobs Taskforce – to closely monitor its impact on our labour market and to act as an ‘early-warning system’ if there are certain negative trends emerging that we need to quickly respond to.

Part 2 of statement: AI experts and engineers are also deeply concerned about the dangers AI poses to cyber security and the integrity of our internet infrastructure, as well as its potential to be used by rogue states and actors to develop biological weapons.

We’ve seen, in recent years, with social media the dangers of failing to effectively regulate new technologies. Social media has been used to undermine democracies, spread division and disinformation, and in some cases it’s had a seriously detrimental impact on our young people and their mental health.

We can’t make the same mistakes again and take a hands-off approach to AI regulation.

National Governments and the international community need to step up and urgently work together to make sure this technology is being safely developed and deployed.

That means at the very least ensuring there is proper democratic oversight of AI and putting a decisive end to the era of ‘move fast and break things’.

Part 3 of statement: London and Europe can lead in this regard by advocating for stronger international institutions, more agile and effective regulation, and an approach that ensures we are shaping AI, rather than being shaped by it.

Just like the co-ordinated international action we saw in the wake of the global financial crisis, today we need a similar response that crosses borders and is equal to the scale of the challenge we’re facing.

The age of AI presents many remarkable opportunities, but the risks involved are nothing short of existential. It’s why we must work together to manage the transition in a way that is consistent with our democratic values and never compromises on the safety of our cities and societies.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 14/09/2026

Too many Deaf and Disabled Londoners continue to face unacceptable inequalities in our city, excluded from opportunities many of us take for granted. London's first Disability Action Plan is a major step forward in our mission to bring about real change. www.london.gov.uk/action-plan-...

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 14/09/2026

Join us and a pan-London coalition to launch the 8th annual GLA London Voter Registration Week. Check your eligibility and #RegisterToVote today 👉 www.gov.uk/register-to-vote Help spread the word by sharing this post. Find out more at registertovote.london #NoVoteNoVoice #LVRW2026

A purple graphic promoting London Voter Registration Week. Text reads: "London Voter Registration Week is here!" and "14 – 20 September 2026". It also reads: "To find out more, go to registertovote.london". On the right, an illustration shows three people standing together in front of a London skyline, with one person asking, "I've registered to vote, have you?" The bottom of the graphic features the Greater London Authority, #NoVoteNoVoice, and Shout Out UK logos, followed by supporting organisation text.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 14/09/2026

London is open for business, and our best days are still ahead. At my annual Business Reception, I thanked the leaders helping drive our city forward. We have achieved a huge amount together. Let’s keep backing London.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 13/09/2026

Look up next time you're crossing Trafalgar Square. Perched above the crowds, Lady In Blue brings a fresh perspective to one of London's most recognisable landmarks. A bold new chapter for the Fourth Plinth programme.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 13/09/2026

Grassroots sport can change lives. A coach can become a mentor, giving a young person discipline, structure and purpose. At Ringside on the River Terrace, that sense of community and solidarity was on full display in support of Grenfell.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 12/09/2026

10 years ago today, the Hopper Fare transformed travelling in London. For the first time, you were only charged once for multiple bus journeys within one hour. Londoners have taken 1.4 billion hops since then. Taking just two hops a week will have saved you around £1500.

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, on a London bus.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 12/09/2026

Shanah Tovah, London. As Rosh Hashanah begins, I’m sending my warmest wishes to Jewish Londoners celebrating the New Year. Wishing you a happy and healthy year ahead.

Outernet screen in London reads 'Wishing you a happy and healthy new year. From the Mayor of London to everyone celebrating.'

Outernet screen in London reads 'Shanah Tovah. From the Mayor of London to everyone celebrating.'

Outernet screen in London reads 'From the Mayor of London to everyone celebrating. On Rosh Hashanah.'

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 12/09/2026

More than a festival. More than a day out. Black On The Square puts Black culture and creativity centre stage in the heart of the capital.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 11/09/2026

London: don’t miss your chance to get a reduced-cost ticket to the Laver Cup when it comes to The O2 from 25-27 September. Tickets are selling fast: www.axs.com/uk/series/34...

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 11/09/2026

As Jewish Londoners come together to mark Rosh Hashanah, I wish everyone celebrating a happy new year. Shanah Tovah!

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