UK’s legal system contributes hugely to UK economy
UK’s legal system makes a major contribution to our economy and preserves the rule of law which is so important to our stable governance and reputation.The latest annual report by TheCityUK records the pre-eminence of legal services as part of our economic success and underpins the importance of financial and business services that always includes […]
Can cycles and pedestrians share the same space safely?
Shared spaces for cyclists, wheelers and walkers are not always popular. Talking to people in #DowgateWard and environs it seems that the shared space of Queen Street (running from Queen Victoria St to Upper Thames St) is a tricky location to navigate. The space is also used by patrons of The Sugar Loaf on sunny days and […]
Cleaning up Dowgate Ward
The City of London Corporation is one of the cleanest Cities in the world but still areas can need particular attention. When two Dowgate occupiers mentioned that Arthur Street was collecting litter and other unpleasant detritus I was pleased to relay this to the Cleansing Department. They were able to make a special visit to […]
Sorting out the City Infrastructure
Sorting out the City infrastructure can be complex and frustrating.hashtag#DowgateWard, like others, has a regular variety of issues that come to the attention of the elected members, and I am pleased to seek a way forward. If you have any concerns and questions about matters in Dowgate Ward or the City then do get in […]
Dowgate voters return Henry Pollard and Mark Wheatley
Dowgate Ward voters returned Henry Pollard and Mark Wheatley as Common Councillors today. Together with me, as the Alderman, we work together to represent Dowgate Ward on local issues, in Committee and with our wider strategic interests across the City, London, UK and internationally. We are ready to help make the City of London the […]
Cycling in the City of London
Cycling in the City of London is the largest single mode of transport. That includes private cycles, Santander hire bikes and hired E-bikes provided by Lime and Forest . Cycling is good for your health and well being as well as being a quick way to get around. Whilst some perceive the dangers from cycling there is […]
As lead member for #biodiversity
As Lead Member for hashtag#biodiversity at City of London Corporation I was delighted to attend the Biodiversity Action Plan Partnership board. Comprised of great collaborators such as Pollinating London Together Imperial College London The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple hashtag#FriendsofCityGardens and the City’s own departments. The latest review shows that it has achieved 47% […]
Dowgate Alderman at work in the City of London
Hosting the Lord Mayor’s Coffee Colloquy with the Royal Society at Mansion House Whilst I give priority to working for my residents, businesses and occupiers in Dowgate Ward, as an Alderman, I also have a major role in the governance of the City of London and this is fulfilled in working on committees and projects, […]
2024 in retrospect
Planting a tree in Whittington Gardens Dowgate Ward Time to look back over 2024 and see what we have achieved in Dowgate Ward. A blight on the Ward for many years has been the road intersection at Swan Lane/Arthur Street and Upper Thames Street. The work to create a new tunnel for the Northern Line […]
Tree planting for the future
Plaque recording the planting of the swamp cypress It was a delight to be able to plant a tree in Whittington Gardens in Dowgate Ward in February. It was the inspiration of the Worshipful Company of Constructors and their Livery member, Rob Beales. He wanted to make a tangible gift towards the future of the […]