Husband, father and Mayor of the greatest city in the world. He/Him.https://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.ukhttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtl53xvnxk2uCatch the Weekend Hopper before it hops away in two weeks 🐸 One fare. All-day bus and tram travel on weekends throughout August. Soak up a little more of what London has to offer.21 Aug 2026 06:29 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtl53xvnxk2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtjv4y6ydc2yFACT: the risk of flash flooding increases when the ground's been scorched by extreme heat. And we know something about that in London: five heatwaves, record temperatures, wildfires... We can't go on like this. Global leaders must heed these calls.20 Aug 2026 18:34 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtjv4y6ydc2yhttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtjrjtw4522xNo platform should profit from racism. Tech firms cannot keep fuelling division while avoiding responsibility for the harm caused. It's time for real accountability and meaningful action. Solidarity with the players and fans who had to endure this hate during the World Cup. https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c2k7en0lxkjo20 Aug 2026 17:30 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtjrjtw4522xhttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtjpck4wdc2xIf we don’t act, the climate crisis could cost London up to £36bn a year by the 2050s. After another summer of record-breaking heat, now is the time to adapt homes, neighbourhoods and infrastructure to be ready for a hotter future.20 Aug 2026 16:50 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtjpck4wdc2xhttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtjixdtjp22lRunning around with your friends shouldn't leave you struggling for breath. But for too many of London’s children, polluted air was harming their health. Experts said it would take nearly 200 years to reach legal air quality limits. We did it in nine. https://www.lbc.co.uk/article/ulez-childrens-lungs-silence-critics-london-opinion-5HjdgKY_2/20 Aug 2026 14:56 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtjixdtjp22lhttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtj5vhlpdc2c£36 billion a year. That astronomical sum is how much the climate crisis could cost London by the 2050s if we fail to act. In June I set out London’s first city-wide plan for protecting Londoners and preparing for a hotter future. Our city is relying on us to act now. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-19/climate-change-to-cost-london-up-to-36-billion-a-year-by-2050s?accessToken=eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJzb3VyY2UiOiJTdWJzY3JpYmVyR2lmdGVkQXJ0aWNsZSIsImlhdCI6MTc4NzIyNDA3NCwiZXhwIjoxNzg3ODI4ODc0LCJhcnRpY2xlSWQiOiJUSzBUSldUOTZPU0gwMCIsImJjb25uZWN0SWQiOiI1RTUzMTc1QURCQ0U0Mjk2QTQ2NTE0OEQ2MTVBN0YyNSJ9.EIY5SJgpWF3QiHBJ6DUSH7kvBmTGtzZIf4ydWll9Mcg20 Aug 2026 11:38 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtj5vhlpdc2chttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtiw5xnnqs2kA huge congratulations to all the young Londoners receiving GCSE results today. Whatever grades you're opening and whatever path you choose next, take a moment to celebrate. Your hard work, determination and resilience have brought you to this point, and there are many exciting opportunities ahead.20 Aug 2026 09:20 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtiw5xnnqs2khttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtiod3bryk2kAnti-Muslim hate is a poison, fuelled by racist online rhetoric. It destroys lives and leaves people living in fear. A woman shouldn't fear abuse for wearing a hijab. A child shouldn't face hatred because of their faith. The Met has my full support in taking a zero-tolerance approach. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c0qvxvw87lpo20 Aug 2026 07:00 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtiod3bryk2khttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtikxlg53s25The toxic air our children were breathing was stunting their lungs. For too many young Londoners, that was the reality before the ULEZ. New independent findings show their lung health has improved significantly in Central London. That’s the difference cleaner air can make. https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/aug/18/ulez-hardest-decision-mayor-london-impact-sadiq-khan20 Aug 2026 06:00 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtikxlg53s25https://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mthmpbz3i22bWhat's good for Twickenham won't stop at Twickenham. In 100 days, rugby fans from around the world will arrive in London for the first Nations Championship Finals Weekend, supporting businesses and bringing communities together across the capital.19 Aug 2026 20:58 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mthmpbz3i22bhttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mthlh3vxmc2bWeeks of dry weather can make flooding more likely, not less. When heavy rain falls on hard, baked ground, water runs off much more quickly, increasing the risk of flash flooding. Take a moment to check you're prepared: https://www.london.gov.uk/programmes-strategies/environment-and-climate-change/climate-change/climate-adaptation/surface-water-flooding/how-prepare-flash-flooding19 Aug 2026 20:36 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mthlh3vxmc2bhttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mthgigc2b22zThe Night Tube turns 10. A decade of helping Londoners get home, keeping the city moving and making memories along the way. What are your favourite Night Tube memories?19 Aug 2026 19:07 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mthgigc2b22zhttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mth5tfdx222xTravelling on the first Night Tube is one of my favourite memories as Mayor. And now we’re celebrating its 10th anniversary. With more than 67 million journeys clocked up, the Night Tube gives Londoners and visitors more reasons to enjoy everything our great city has to offer. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cglj7yez2d9o19 Aug 2026 16:32 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mth5tfdx222xhttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtgwpk3m2s2iBold action on air pollution works. Take London’s example. After the ULEZ was introduced, new research shows that children’s lung function improved in Central London, catching up to levels outside London.19 Aug 2026 14:24 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtgwpk3m2s2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtgowaw4zc2qFor years, London's children’s lungs lagged behind. Now they’re catching up. A major new study shows the ULEZ cut exposure to toxic NO₂ and reduced impaired lung function from 14% to 9%. https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2026/aug/18/ulez-hardest-decision-mayor-london-impact-sadiq-khan19 Aug 2026 12:05 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtgowaw4zc2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtgj5yopsk22Some outcomes are bigger than politics.19 Aug 2026 10:22 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtgj5yopsk22https://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtgbe5frs22aThis stopped me in my tracks. An independent study by @qmul.bsky.social has found that after ULEZ was introduced, children’s lungs grew faster in Central London and have now caught up with children outside of the capital. Incredible. [contains quote post or other embedded content]19 Aug 2026 08:02 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtgbe5frs22ahttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtedwgyrdk2zOur free celebration of Black culture and creativity, Black on the Square, returns on Saturday 5 September. With good music, food and family activities, it promises to be a fantastic day recognising the contribution of Black Londoners in helping make London the greatest city in the world. https://www.capitalxtra.com/news/capital-xtra-black-on-the-square-trafalgar-square/18 Aug 2026 13:43 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtedwgyrdk2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtdkbxtl7c2eA decade ago, the Night Tube changed Londoners’ nights out forever. Londoners said goodbye to running for the last train on weekend nights and hello to a new era of a 24-hour city.18 Aug 2026 06:04 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtdkbxtl7c2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtcdnnsnms2sA London legend makes history. Congratulations to Dina Asher-Smith on an eighth European gold, making her the most successful athlete in European Athletics Championships history. A great achievement for a great Londoner. https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athletics/articles/c30444dmqe0o17 Aug 2026 18:33 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtcdnnsnms2shttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtbwuyvrlc22Too many Londoners still face barriers to enjoying the city by walking and cycling. That's why I'm pleased TfL is reopening applications for grants of up to £10,000 to help community groups get more people walking and cycling. https://tfl-newsroom.prgloo.com/news/tfl-and-london-marathon-funding-returns-to-help-break-down-barriers-to-walking-and-cycling-for-even-more-londoners17 Aug 2026 14:44 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtbwuyvrlc22https://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtbup22wc227A few cooler days won't undo weeks of dry conditions. The threat of wildfires remains high. Dry ground and careless behaviour can quickly lead to a fire. Please act responsibly and report any suspected arson to the police. https://www.london-fire.gov.uk/safety/grass-and-wildfires/17 Aug 2026 14:05 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtbup22wc227https://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtbrlfujik2iThe sunshine may make London’s rivers and waterways look inviting, but many are not safe for swimming. Strong currents, cold water and hidden hazards can put you at serious risk. See LFB’s water safety advice: https://www.london-fire.gov.uk/safety/water-safety/17 Aug 2026 13:09 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtbrlfujik2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtbizzzrcs2iI welcome the Met’s record stop and search find rate. Done fairly, respectfully and intelligence-led, it can remove dangerous weapons and drugs, disrupt crime and prevent violence. We’ll keep monitoring its delivery to help build a safer London for everyone. https://www.lbc.co.uk/article/met-police-stop-and-search-increase-5Hjdg7s_2/17 Aug 2026 10:36 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtbizzzrcs2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtbczl453c2aI welcome the Government’s updated planning rules to fast-track new homes around well-connected transport hubs. London needs more affordable homes and building near stations can help us deliver them while supporting sustainable growth. https://www.standard.co.uk/news/london/angela-rayner-new-homes-tube-rail-station-planning-rules-green-belt-b1293578.html17 Aug 2026 08:49 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtbczl453c2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mtazktvum22aThe 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. https://www.economist.com/graphic-detail/2026/08/09/is-europe-safer-than-america17 Aug 2026 06:00 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtazktvum22ahttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mt7hx3nz2c2qA sold-out gig doesn't end at the venue doors. The visitors it attracts help support businesses across London, underlining the value of live music to the capital's economy. Live music isn't just part of London's cultural identity. It's part of what keeps our city thriving. bit.ly/45uFlLK https://bit.ly/45uFlLK16 Aug 2026 15:12 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt7hx3nz2c2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mt75ofnnos22It's not just getting bigger. It's getting better connected. London's Cycleway network has reached 450km, with new links helping cyclists move more easily between boroughs and connect into existing routes. More Cycleways are still to come this year. https://cyclingindustry.news/londons-cycleway-network-grows-five-fold-in-decade-to-450km/16 Aug 2026 12:08 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt75ofnnos22https://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mt6qjii43s2l“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. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cdrvme6g7n2o16 Aug 2026 08:12 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt6qjii43s2lhttps://bsky.app/profile/london.gov.uk/post/3mt4xhf32oc2jWestminster councillors aren't content with threatening nightlife. Now it's soup kitchens. At a time when many vulnerable Londoners are struggling, vital charities serving our communities should be supported, not have their future placed in doubt. https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/aug/15/westminster-council-threatens-charing-cross-soup-kitchen-with-closure15 Aug 2026 15:11 +0000at://did:plc:axuvbckddrg7lwlpjs44o7rg/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt4xhf32oc2j