London Bus Fares to Increase 12% in 2010

Announcing his plans for Tube and bus fares, Mayor of London, Boris Johnson has said he had protected free and concessionary fares for London’s elderly, young people and those on low incomes.  40% of bus passengers will continue to travel free or at...

World Famous Cellist Julian Lloyd Webber Joins London’s City Hall Drive to Improve Young People’s Music Education

Mayor of London Boris Johnson has announced plans to increase music participation and improve music education for young Londoners. A breakfast meeting attended by people from the music education world, musicians, music practitioners and the Mayor’s...

Mayor of London Reveals Future Shape of the Greater London Authority

Mayor of London Boris Johnson has revealed proposals for the future shape of the Greater London Authority and the changes needed to deliver a more efficient, effective organization.

London Mayor Boris Johnson Blackballs Venezuela – Political Opinion

VHeadline Venezuela News reports: London Mayor Boris Johnson — who replaced left-winger Ken Livingstone on May 1 this year — is insisting on returning just over UK£7 million (US$14 million) to Venezuela … almost half the amount agreed...

Oil Deal with Venezuela Canceled By New Conservative London Mayor

New London Mayor Boris Johnson has decided not to renew the controversial oil deal agreed by his predecessor, Ken Livingstone, with Venezuela. It is expected to result in a doubling of London’s bus fares for those on low incomes.

Johnson Ousts Livingstone in London Mayoral Election

Boris Johnson has been declared the winner of London’s mayoral election. The Daily Telegraph called the victory overwhelming, given how close recent opinion polls had been. Results were delayed by record turnout.