Great to see the GLA Group's new Responsible Procurement Case Studies report.
Delivering through responsible procurement is central to the @mayoroflondon.bsky.social's priorities - helping SMEs access opportunities, compete fairly and grow.
Read the report 👉 www.london.gov.uk/who-we-are/w...
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Up to 12 London-based small businesses can expect:
✅ Bid writing support
✅ 1:1 mentoring
✅ Direct supply chain insight
Applications close at 5pm this Friday - apply now: www.anchors.london/supplychainm... (2/2)
🚨 Final call for London SMEs! Don’t miss your chance to join a free Supply Chain Mentoring Programme backed by @MayorofLondon and delivered with Siemens Mobility & Willmott Dixon Interiors. www.anchors.london/supplychainm... (1/2)
Our nighttime economy contributes over £139 billion to the capital each year. @london.gov.uk has set out plans to improve licensing and support London’s hospitality and nightlife industries - have your say on proposed changes to licensing ⬇ www.london.gov.uk/talk-london/...
I welcome Great British Energy’s Local Power Plan and its support for community and local energy generation in London. This will help places of worship, social clubs, and community centres produce clean power for the people they serve.
A modern, angular glass building set in a landscaped urban park with footpaths, greenery, and a few people walking. In the background are several high‑rise residential buildings. Two cable cars travel overhead on suspended lines against a clear blue sky.
City Hall is making it easier for housing associations to build new homes by providing £1.5bn in low-cost interest loans.
This fund will unlock stalled development sites and boost London's housing supply 🏘️
www.london.gov.uk/mayor-confir...
The programme will support up to 12 London–based small businesses operating in sectors such as construction, infrastructure, engineering, energy, digital, manufacturing, transport and sustainability.
📅 Applications close at 5pm on 20 February 2026. Apply today 👉 anchors.london/supplychainm... (2/2)
📢 Calling London SMEs! Applications are now open for a free Supply Chain Mentoring Programme, supported by @mayoroflondon.bsky.social, delivered with Siemens Mobility & Willmott Dixon Interiors, the programme supports small businesses to strengthen bidding, social value and supplier readiness 🧵(1/2)
This morning’s Knight Frank London breakfast - London market met the very top of their predictions for 2025 - London is ON.
@ldn-economy.bsky.social @mayoroflondon.bsky.social
Delivered by procurement experts at @london-fire.bsky.social , Metropolitan Police & Transport for London and in partnership with MSDUK & Your Business Community.
📅 24 Feb, 10-11.30am
Sign up today 👉 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/public-sec...
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Public sector procurement doesn’t have to be complex - join us on 24 Feb for a free webinar to learn how it works, where to find opportunities & how to submit strong bids 🧵 (1/2) www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/public-sec...
London’s nightlife adds £21bn to our economy, but we can't take its success for granted. 🌃
The Nightlife Taskforce has set out a bold future for our city after dark. I’m committed to working with partners to turn these recommendations into reality and keep London thriving.
Great to see the Nightlife Taskforce report launched today. Nightlife crucial to growth both as an industry in itself, and as part of making London a great place to live - part of the 'experience economy' sector in the @london.gov.uk London Growth Plan. Read the report ▶️ nightlife-research.london
Perfect end to our @strandgroup.bsky.social London governance module this year - across to City Hall for an excellent session with Deputy Mayor @howarddawber.bsky.social discussing the mayoralty today.
Join us on MA Government Studies for 2026/27:
www.kcl.ac.uk/study/postgr...
Next stop on my #SmallBusinessSaturday tour is MATCHADO for a delicious Matcha. Make sure to support your local cafes this Small Business Saturday weekend! #ShopSmall
Getting into the Christmas spirit for7 of my #SmallBusinessSaturday tour at the @RBKingston Christmas market supporting local traders. Pop along to your local markets this weekend and #ShopSmall. Off to the next stop!
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Stop #5 of my London #SmallBusinessSaturday tour at @london.gov.uk -funded Oru Space in Sutton - a great spot providing a platform for small businesses of all kinds. Support your local this Small Business Saturday - onto the next stop!
Stop #4 on my #SmallBusinessSaturday tour across London - I’m at BOXPARK Croydon - BOXPARK has locations across London, and supports lots of independent businesses. Today is all about supporting your local businesses, so #ShopSmall this #SmallBusinessSaturday. Next stop… Sutton! @london.gov.uk
Stop #3 on my #SmallBusinessSaturday tour across London! Just visited Mirage 2 Diner in Chislehurst, Bromley - which is a fantastic local spot. Get out there and support your local businesses today - next stop: Croydon!
Good morning and happy Small Business Saturday! I’m out bright and early this morning, and my second stop is in the London Borough of Greenwich at Chez Maitre - I’ll be sharing updates throughout the day as I try to visit as many businesses as possible.
#SmallBusinessSaturday #ShopSmall
📣 It’s #SmallBusinessSaturday tomorrow!
We’re asking Londoners to support by shopping small this weekend! I’ll be out across London tomorrow visiting as many small businesses as I can - follow along for updates throughout the day, and make a difference by choosing to shop small this Christmas🎄🛍️
Free school meals are helping London’s state primary school children feel ready to learn and taking the pressure off parents.
I joined Baby and Child Nutritionist Charlotte Reed on the How to Feed podcast to talk about the benefits of free school meals.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ItkQ...
Everyone deserves to be treated fairly at work.
This #GoodEmploymentWeek, I want every Londoner to know that from April 2026 some of your rights at work are changing.
Stay informed about your workplace rights.
🎉#GoodEmploymentWeek 2025 starts today!
Hear from the Mayor of London @london.gov.uk & Deputy Mayor @howarddawber.bsky.social on why good work matters, and how the Mayor’s #GoodWorkStandard is helping London employers create fairer, more inclusive workplaces 👇
www.youtube.com/watch?v=w2CA...
Great to join learners, councils, providers and colleges from
across London for @london.gov.uk Adult Learner Awards yesterday. Celebrating excellence in adult education, Inspiring people all round - special guest @bonniegreer.bsky.social and host @jimmysjobs.bsky.social
It was wonderful to join @umakumaran.bsky.social to celebrate the completion of brand-new affordable homes at Stroudley Walk in Bromley-by-Bow.
These homes include 82 at social rent levels funded by the Mayor of @london.gov.uk. www.eastlondonadvertiser.co.uk/news/2557791...
How short our memories are.
Just a few years ago, nurses carried this country through a pandemic, and now they're suffering a 55% surge in racist abuse.
To every nurse: London stands with you. You are loved and valued, and always will be.
This new plan, following on from our London Growth Plan launched earlier this year, sets out how we will unlock growth, diversify our workforce and create 150,000 jobs by 2028.
Read the strategy ⬇️
www.london.gov.uk/InclusiveTalentStrategy
I was delighted to join the Mayor @london.gov.uk and Councillor @peter-mason.bsky.social this morning to launch London's first Inclusive Talent Strategy with @londoncouncils.bsky.social
Read the strategy ⬇️
www.london.gov.uk/InclusiveTalentStrategy
Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan pictured with representatives and guests at the London Inclusive Talent Strategy conference.
Today I’m launching my Inclusive Talent Strategy with London Councils, to ensure Londoners are equipped with the skills they need to succeed and not be left behind by AI.
We’re putting employers in the driving seat, shaping a skills system that delivers the talent they need to grow.
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