Residents confirmed missing from Destination City programme

The flagship Destination City programme aiming to attract more visitors and businesses to the Square Mile has now lost all reference to its 8000 or so residents – despite a recommendation that we should be consulted as reliable ‘eyes and ears’ of daily life in the City of London with interests often matching those of … Continue reading “Residents confirmed missing from Destination City programme”

Footways excel with their new map of Clerkenwell

Huge congratulations to Footways on publication of their printed and online map of Clerkenwell heritage and attractions. I have a slight stake on in it – about which more later – but think I can be dispassionate in saying how appealing and important it is on two fronts. First off, it is an excellent guide … Continue reading “Footways excel with their new map of Clerkenwell”

City Corporation tries a new way to engage with residents

Several times a year the 8000 or so residents in the Square Mile are invited to a Question Time with City Corporation councillors and officers. In the past these events have been rather traditional affairs, with a top table and formal proceedings. Venues have ranged from libraries and theatres to a session in the Old … Continue reading “City Corporation tries a new way to engage with residents”