Charles Wright: Enfield, the Mayor and the Green Belt – OnLondon

[ad_1] The formal examination in public of the north London borough's proposed new grasp planning doc has make clear the implications of nationwide authorities coverage for London authorities In an sudden Metropolis Corridor assertion finally week’s opening of the general public inquiry stage of Enfield’s Native Plan, Sir Sadiq Khan...

Charles Wright: TfL’s ‘off-peak Fridays’ trial did its job. But what do its results mean for London? – OnLondon

[ad_1] The latest publication of the outcomes of Sadiq Khan’s discounted Friday fares experiment introduced the Mayor some predictable stick: the 13-week trial final spring was branded a “flop” by the Customary and a “damp squib” by London Meeting Conservative group deputy chief Emma Greatest. A straightforward headline and the...

Charles Wright: Sewage, swimming and supply – what next for the Thames and London’s water? – OnLondon

[ad_1] Thames Water is in a monetary mess, nevertheless it’s additionally the main target of rising public concern – and anger – over its seemingly rising incapability to handle its day-to-day tasks, most notably by persevering with to pump giant quantities of uncooked sewage into London’s waterways frequently. A five-fold improve within...