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Alderman Professor Michael Mainelli Standing For Re-Election
Our Alderman is, as is customary in the City of London after six years, submitted his resignation and has expressed his firm intention of standing for re-election. In his own words:
Continue readingE-bikes – The Straight & Narrow
TfL, London Councils and London boroughs are developing a co-ordinated contract to manage dockless e-bikes in London to improve walkways for pedestrians, whilst increasing the quality and sustainability of services in London. In the meantime, the City of London Corporation has set up a dedicated mailbox for the public to raise complaints regarding dockless bikes, which will allow for better monitoring and effective responses to issues raised.
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The King Is Dead, Long Live The (Burgher) King!
As Alderman Professor Michael Mainelli bids farewell to his 2023-2024 year in office, we were thrilled today to welcome Alderman Alastair King as the 696th Lord Mayor of London at the ever-magnificent Lord Mayor’s Show on 9 November 2024.
Lord Mayor’s Progress – End Of Term Report Card
Connect to Prosper Dashboard November 2024
See Alderman Professor Michael Mainelli’s progress as the 695th Lord Mayor of London
Connect To Prosper – celebrating the many Knowledge Miles of our Square Mile, the world’s coffee house
Article: Dressing up the past year – “I’ve had an incredible year as Lord Mayor – here’s to the next 695”
Our Alderman, Professor Michael Mainelli, reflects on his and Elisabeth’s year as Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress:
“I’ve had an incredible year as Lord Mayor – here’s to the next 695” – City AM
Court Of Aldermen – Summary Guide
A summary report on the work of the Court of Aldermen has been published:
https://liverycommittee.org/wp-content/uploads/securepdfs/2024/10/court-of-alderman-2024-25.pdf
Lord Mayor’s Progress – September 2024
Connect to Prosper Dashboard September 2024
See Alderman Professor Michael Mainelli’s progress as the 695th Lord Mayor of London
Connect To Prosper – celebrating the many Knowledge Miles of our Square Mile, the world’s coffee house
Lord Mayor’s Progress – July 2024
Connect to Prosper Dashboard July 2024
See Alderman Professor Michael Mainelli’s progress as the 695th Lord Mayor of London
Connect To Prosper – celebrating the many Knowledge Miles of our Square Mile, the world’s coffee house
Lord Mayor’s Progress – May 2024
Connect to Prosper Dashboard May 2024
See Alderman Professor Michael Mainelli’s progress as the 695th Lord Mayor of London
Connect To Prosper – celebrating the many Knowledge Miles of our Square Mile, the world’s coffee house