On London: Independent news, comment and analysis
On London is run by Dave Hill, formerly the Guardian's award-winning London commentator, and written by him and an array of fellow Londoncentrics.It aims to improve the quality of coverage of London politics, development and culture.
About - OnLondon
This website was launched on 1 February 2017 by me, award-winning former Guardian London commentator Dave Hill. I run and edit the site. Its goal is to provide the best possible news, analysis and commentary about the UK capital’s politics, development and culture. OnLondon carries articles by a wide range of contributors who disagree about […]
Charles Wright: As Thames Water drowns in debt, what will …
1 day ago · Thames Water is in a mess, primarily of its own making. And next month looks like crunch time for the future of the beleaguered utility company, which provides water and sewerage services to 16 million customers across London and beyond. On 17 December, Thames will seek High Court approval for a £3 billion emergency financing […]
Dave Hill, Author at OnLondon
On London is run by Dave Hill, formerly the Guardian's award-winning London commentator, and written by him and an array of fellow Londoncentrics.It aims to improve the quality of coverage of London politics, development and culture.
Poll : Londoners on free school meals, crime, Green Belt, ULEZ
Apr 10, 2024 · The Hall campaign has been claiming that Khan has a secret plan to introduce pay-per-mile, something he has has repeatedly denied. Asked if they had been victims of crime in the past year, 20 per cent of those polled said they had. Of those, 83 per cent said they had reported the offence to the police and 52 per cent of them said they were satisfied with the police’s response.
On London Guide to the elections for Mayor and Assembly 2024
Apr 18, 2024 · Each time there’s a democratic contest to fill the hot seats at City Hall, top elections analyst Lewis Baston and I join forces to assemble the best guide we possibly can to the capital’s electoral landscape and how the competing candidates and parties are likely to fare on it.. This year is no exception and I am pretty thrilled …
Lewis Baston: Eight thoughts about the general election in London
Jul 21, 2024 · The political complexion of London has once again turned redder. Labour gained eight seats in the capital at the general election of 4 July, 2024 – highlighted in the map above – all at the expense of the Conservatives.
Friday fares cut may shed light on London's post-Covid recovery
Mar 2, 2024 · Sadiq Khan’s promised trial of reduced fares on London Underground and train services on Fridays will begin next week in an attempt to increase the use of public transport and boost the capital’s economy.
What happened in London in 2023?
Dec 30, 2023 · A month-by-month account of key themes and events. JANUARY. London and the rest of England had been released from Covid-19 restrictions for almost a year and Brexit had been pronounced “done” in 2020. But the character and scale of the capital’s recovery from those events was not yet clear.
Dave Hill: 2024 – the London year ahead
Jan 1, 2024 · London’s spectacular New Year fireworks, lights and drones display was seen by millions around the world, providing a global reminder that the United Kingdom’s capital is among the foremost international cities in the world.