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Chief Digital Officer for London

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Chief Digital Officer for London, working for Mayor of London and all Londoners. Using #data to support a fairer, safer and greener city for everyone #cities #innovation #smartcities medium.com/@chiefdigitalofficer4lon…

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The Future Governance Forum (FGF) @futuregovforum.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Don't miss this must-read article by Theo Blackwell @ldncdo.bsky.social on why devolution needs data to succeed, alongside shifting power & funding to local leaders, & why a ‘government that does not grasp the data challenge limits its own impact’ 🔽 futuregovforum.substack.com/p/devolution...
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Devolution needs data to succeed
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 27/08/2026
London will not tolerate criminal behaviour. The Met’s new Sur-Ron e-bikes are already proving their value in helping officers go after offenders using e-bikes. With the fleet now expanded, we can build on progress tackling robbery and phone theft to help make our streets safer.
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 17/08/2026
The loudest voices online aren't always the most accurate. New data shows our homicide rate is lower than every US state, while murder rates are at record lows. The evidence is clear: our approach to tackling crime and its causes works. It’s driving down violence right across the capital.
economist.com
Is Europe safer than America?
A novel dataset provides some surprising answers
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 16/08/2026
“The wand chooses the wizard.” 🪄 And in this case, it chose Oxford Street. Congratulations to Warner Bros on the UK’s largest Harry Potter shop. Another brilliant new destination for the West End, and proof that Oxford Street is well and truly on the up.
bbc.co.uk
UK's largest Harry Potter shop comes to London's Oxford Street
Warner Bros says the flagship store will be inspired by magical Diagon Alley and open on 4 November.
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 12/08/2026
A decade ago, London had 90km of Cycleways. Today, that figure stands at 450km. More Londoners than ever are choosing to cycle, proof that investment in safer cycling infrastructure is making a real difference.
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The Future Governance Forum (FGF) @futuregovforum.bsky.social · 12/08/2026
Devolution needs data to succeed: @ldncdo.bsky.social Theo Blackwell explains why devolution requires data as well as powers and money; and why ‘practical devolution needs a centre that is more, not less, active in a rewired state’ to achieve this 🔽 futuregovforum.substack.com/p/devolution...
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Devolution needs data to succeed
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 22/07/2026
Cheaper bus fares across the country are good for people's pockets - and the climate. As we’ve seen in London through my fare freezes and the introduction of the Hopper fare, cheaper bus journeys mean more people choose public transport.
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Government to restore £2 cap on bus fares in England
The government says the policy will "help with the cost of living and give people the breathing space they need"
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 19/07/2026
No cheat codes needed - London is one of the world’s leading cities for games makers and the London Games Festival is a big part of that success. Its move to the Business Design Centre will allow the festival to welcome even more international visitors. www.gamesindustry.biz/london-games...
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London Games Festival moves to central venue for 2027 showcase
Games London centralises programme at the Business Design Centre to improve accessibility for international visitors
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Will Norman @willnorman.co.uk · 03/07/2026
In the run up to #LondonDataWeek, it was a privilege to welcome representatives from over 20 cities to London for a Google for Cities event discussing how better public/private partnerships can use data & AI to help build greener, cleaner, healthier cities for all. @ldncdo.bsky.social
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Chief Digital Officer for London @ldncdo.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
Join us at London Data Week, starting tomorrow. 50+ events across the city - something for everyone! 👇👇👇
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 19/06/2026
Thank you, Tokyo 🇯🇵 London is looking East. In a changing world, building strong global connections is essential to secure the investment, high-skilled jobs, and innovation that will keep London competitive.
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 14/06/2026
London 🤝 Singapore. This is what it looks like when two global powerhouses unite. Delighted to be here to bang the drum for London and supercharge the strong ties between our countries.
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan stands by a waterfront railing with a large modern hotel complex (Marina Bay Sands) in the background. The structure has three tall towers topped by a long, boat-shaped roof deck.
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Chief Digital Officer for London @ldncdo.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Help shape the Mayor's AI and Jobs Taskforce to understand the impact of AI on Londoners’ jobs, and how we can support: what's AI actually doing to your work, your sector, your city? Take our @mayoroflondon.bsky.social survey; join the online discussion; RT! www.london.gov.uk/talk-london/...
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 09/06/2026
If you’ve chosen to live in the centre of the greatest city in the world, expect the nightlife to match.
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 03/06/2026
Support the young men in your life to recognise harmful content when they see it online. Use our new conversation tool, the N.O.I.S.E check: www.london.gov.uk/ignore-the-n...
Bold graphic on a black background with large neon green text reading: “WORRIED WHAT YOUR TEENAGE SON IS SEEING ONLINE?”
To the right, white text reads “MAYOR OF LONDON,” alongside a circular callout stating “USE OUR TOOL TO HELP THEM THINK TWICE.” A web link appears at the bottom: www.london.gov.uk/noise-check.
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 02/06/2026
The manosphere is targeting young people online. Here’s how London’s fighting back.
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 02/06/2026
Being a teenager is tough at the best of times - now the manosphere is offering young men simple but harmful answers to their struggles. I wrote for LBC about what tech companies and others must do to ensure we avoid a lost generation of young men.
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A social media ban is the only way to protect boys from the Manosphere, writes Sadiq Khan | LBC
Until tech companies can prove that their platforms are safe for children, a ban is the only way to stem the harms we know are happening right now
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 02/06/2026
Tech companies cannot keep turning a blind eye while harmful content is pushed to young people by algorithms designed to keep them hooked. Until platforms can prove they are safe for children, a ban for under 16s is the only way to stem the harms we know are happening.
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 01/06/2026
The Soho Society's decision to oppose all new and extended license applications is the wrong one - it's bad for London.
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 02/06/2026
My message to young men: ignore the noise online and trust your own voice.
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 31/05/2026
Islington was painted red today, as generations of fans lined the streets to celebrate Arsenal men’s team winning the Premier League for the first time in 22 years, and the women’s team clinching the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup 🏆
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 29/05/2026
The State of London Debate is back. Join us to discuss what’s ahead for London’s housing, policing, economy and more. Be a part of the conversation online on Wednesday 3 June.
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State of London Debate 2026
Your opportunity to put your questions to the main stage panel, including the Deputy Mayors, about the greatest city in the world – London.
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Chief Digital Officer for London @ldncdo.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Help shape the Mayor's AI and Jobs Taskforce to understand the impact of AI on Londoners’ jobs, and how we can support: what's AI actually doing to your work, your sector, your city? Take our @mayoroflondon.bsky.social survey; join the online discussion; RT! www.london.gov.uk/talk-london/...
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 17/05/2026
Let it be clear: you are wanted here.
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]|[nquisitor S. (Lexicanum) @inquisitors.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
"some of the people behind the accounts are motivated merely by money, others are backed by hostile states such as Russia and Iran."
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Chief Digital Officer for London @ldncdo.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
"I mostly post to get a reaction for the sake of engagement which boosts my followers and money” says AI faker paid through Instagram's monetisation scheme. Learn more about the online outrage economy in this BBC report citing work by @london.gov.uk www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Anti-immigration AI videos traced to overseas fakers, BBC finds
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 11/05/2026
NEW: we're supersizing the Hopper fare to put money back into Londoners' pockets this summer. Look out for our fun 🐸 buses.
Bold black text at the top reads “Mayor of London” followed by “Introducing: The Weekend Hopper.” Below, a green London double‑decker bus illustrated with cartoon frog features is shown with text along the side reading “Enjoy the Weekend Hopper this summer.” A green circular badge says “Unlimited bus and tram journeys all day long for one fare.” At the bottom, black text reads “Enjoy unlimited weekend bus and tram journeys for the price of a Hopper fare each Saturday and Sunday this summer,” followed by smaller text “Between 25 July and 31 August, including the late August bank holiday.”
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Chief Digital Officer for London @ldncdo.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
3/3 No single intervention will work. The evidence points to stronger platform regulation, media literacy in schools, and investment in trusted community relationships. But cities can't hold the line alone — this needs a coordinated national response that matches the speed and scale of the threat.
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Chief Digital Officer for London @ldncdo.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
2/3 The research finds misleading narratives describing London as 'in decline' have grown rapidly and persistently. The 'outrage economy' is both profitable and purposeful: for some actors sowing division is the explicit goal, for others it's about money data.london.gov.uk/dataset/misi...
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Misinformation and disinformation in London: risks and responses – London Datastore
This note provides a rapid review of evidence on misinformation and disinformation, focusing on risks and potential responses relevant to London. It draws on research literature, London-specific analysis and stakeholder input.
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Chief Digital Officer for London @ldncdo.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
False narratives about London are being manufactured by state-backed actors, extremist groups and profit-driven content farms. Different motivations, same effect. Last night Mayor of London @london.gov.uk published new GLA research into who's doing it and why www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... 🧵 1/3
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Steve Chambers @planningtransport.co.uk · 09/04/2026
Good use of the GLA City Intelligence Unit to analyse the data. www.ft.com/content/4f95...
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London mayor takes aim at social media companies over disinformation
Research published by City Hall found accounts aligned with extreme right are among those smearing capital online
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Chief Digital Officer for London @ldncdo.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Big intervention on social media companies and disinformation by @london.gov.uk 👇
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Chief Digital Officer for London @ldncdo.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Working in local gov tech adoption for 15+ years, I've never seen anything move as fast as AI did across London boroughs this year. Read about this and more in my end of year review chiefdigitalofficer4london.medium.com/chief-digita...
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Chief Digital Officer for London 2025 playback and what’s next…
As 2025 closes, London’s shared digital foundations built over three years are delivering. We’re moving from pilots to production, turning…
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 25/11/2025
NEW: Plans are underway for a tourist levy to supercharge London's economy. It could raise *millions* to fund major improvements in our city. London is the greatest city in the world, but there’s always more to do! A tourist levy would make it an even better place to live and visit for everyone.
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Chief Digital Officer for London @ldncdo.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
GDS Local goes live - new team to support local government transformation gds.blog.gov.uk/2025/11/24/g...
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GDS Local goes live
GDS Local is a new unit within the Government Digital Service (GDS) that brings central and local government together to improve how digital public services are designed and delivered. Working alongsi...
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Chief Digital Officer for London @ldncdo.bsky.social · 31/10/2025
Quite!
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 17/09/2025
In London, hate will never win.
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 15/09/2025
We must unite against those who seek to divide us.
I know many people, particularly from London's diverse communities, are feeling extremely worried following the events this weekend. 

It takes me back to how I felt growing up in the ’70s and ’80s, when 
far-right political parties marched on our streets.

The leaders of the far-right are once again attempting to hijack our flag, with minorities being intimidated and fear, hatred and division being sown.

As Londoners, and as proud Brits, we must unite to reject the far-right 
– just as we have many times before.  

But it’s going to take a huge effort from us all – from people of all races and backgrounds, who are willing to stand up for our British values of equality, inclusion and mutual respect.    

As Mayor, I'll continue to do everything I can to challenge the far-right and all those who peddle the politics of fear and division.

I urge other politicians and Londoners to do the same.

MAYOR OF LONDON, SADIQ KHAN
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 04/09/2025
Congratulations to Claire Waxman on her new role as National Victims Commissioner. Her commitment as London Victims' Commissioner has brought significant changes here and across the country, and I know she will continue to build a criminal justice system that is fit for purpose.
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London’s victims’ commissioner named as new England and Wales advocate
Claire Waxman described it as a ‘true honour’ to take on her new post.
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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 21/08/2025
Ignore the haters. London is the 🐐
Graphic with the headline “London is the greatest city in the world” set against a bright view of the River Thames with the Shard, Tower Bridge and the city skyline. The text celebrates what makes London special: regularly voted the number one city in the world, incredible diversity with over 300 languages spoken, world-class transport, world leader in finance tech and life sciences, best museums and galleries many free to visit, world-leading nightlife, food sport and music for every taste, host to the world’s best sporting events, home to seven Premier League clubs, globally-ranked universities, a city where you can be yourself and love who you love, and a place for everyone.
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transformgovtalks.bsky.social @transformgovtalks.bsky.social · 11/08/2025
Hey @cthimon.bsky.social @ldncdo.bsky.social We'd really appreciate it if you could share the post below with your followers and @bowsy.co.uk, @derekalton.bsky.social and @gavinfreeguard.bsky.social would like to extend you a personal invite too! We hope to see you there! 👋
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Mike Brondbjerg @mikebrondbjerg.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
Small but important project released by my team this week. The new (simplified) London Broadband Connectivity Map: apps.london.gov.uk/connectivity/ Click or search to find levels of availability and unavailability in your Postcode, Ward or Borough. #LDN @ldncdo.bsky.social @ldndata.bsky.social
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London Connectivity
This map shows estimated coverage of broadband services across London by Postcode, Ward or Borough.
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Chief Digital Officer for London @ldncdo.bsky.social · 09/07/2025
Welcome to Data for London and the new city dataset library👇 www.london.gov.uk/who-we-are/c...
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Luke Marshall-Waterfield @lukewaterfield.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
Many years in the making this. The first small - but significant - step in overhauling London’s city data infrastructure is live at dfl.London.gov.uk
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Chief Digital Officer for London @ldncdo.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
🔍 Ready to explore London's data? The Data for London Library is live: dfl.london.gov.uk Whether you're building services, doing research, or supporting communities - find trusted data to solve real problems 5/5 #London #OpenData #Innovation
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Data for London
Find out about the Data for London programme, established by the Mayor of London and Greater London Authority.
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Chief Digital Officer for London @ldncdo.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
🤝 Built with and for #data users The Data for London Library was designed with London's data community - councils, civil society, tech leaders. Launching in beta means we keep improving with your feedback 4/5 #UserCentredDesign #CollaborativeGovernment
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Chief Digital Officer for London @ldncdo.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
🧠 Why London's Data for London Library matters for urban #AI Better data access = better data services & AI systems = better public services As Europe's largest tech hub, London is building infrastructure for responsible AI that serves all 9 million Londoners 3/5
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Chief Digital Officer for London @ldncdo.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
📊 Data delivers real change for Londoners The new Data for London Library builds on 15 years of impact: 🫁 Air quality alerts 🏠 NetZero programmes 🤝 Rough sleeping insights 🚪 house-building and planning When data is discoverable, services improve #innovation 2/5
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Chief Digital Officer for London @ldncdo.bsky.social · 08/07/2025
🚀@london.gov.uk just launched something big for city #data & urban #AI - the Data for London Library - transforming city data to improve public services. ✅ 5,100+ datasets ✅ Connects (not collects) public bodies & gvt datasets ✅ Built for AI revolution www.ukauthority.com/articles/dat... 1/5
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Data for London Library goes live | UKAuthority
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Chief Digital Officer for London @ldncdo.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
7/7 Ready to be part of the solution? Join the conversation about how data shapes our neighbourhoods, health, creativity, and future. Check out the full programme! londondataweek.org
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Homepage - London Data Week
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