Speaking at City of London’s Chief Risk Officer Summit, Lord Mayor of London, Alastair King reminds us of Britain’s leading role in global risk management and the increasingly strategic and vital role CROs play in managing risk for growth. He also launched the City’s CRO network. #CROSummit2025

We at the City of London brought together over 200 leaders from across the financial and risk sectors to spotlight the evolving role of the Chief Risk Officer in a world defined by disruption, innovation, and opportunity. The message was clear: CROs are the new growth enablers

City of London Police has been stepping up efforts to clamp down on phone thieves. Following on from the successful tagging on streets where real phone snatches have taken place, the force has put down plaques where phone snatchers have been arrested.

Currently waiting to enclothe 35 new liverymen of the Worshipful Company of Communicators in the splendid Ironmongers' Hall. Such a joy in our 25th anniversary year to gain full livery status and have so many people eager to play their part in the civic life of the City! The Worshipful Company of Communicators

Many congratulations to Lord Houghton, former Constable of The Tower of London, and Lord Richards announced today as the first Field Marshalls in the British Army 🇬🇧 to be appointed since 2014. Historic Royal Palaces thegazette.co.uk/notice/4904828…

Growing up in Australia, it was Alfred Brendel’s recordings of the great classical piano works that made me fall in love with them. In the UK, through Charles Owen, I met him many times and came to appreciate the immense intellect that informed his interpretations. May he RIP.

Ahead of the third reading on Friday, I wish to call attention to the fact that the future of many care homes and hospices will be put in grave doubt if the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill becomes law. rcdow.org.uk/news/future-of…

Free phone marking today at Aldgate Square, 12pm to 2pm. Can't make it today? Details of more upcoming phone marking events at cityoflondon.police.uk/police-forces/…

Great work, City of London Police! bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

Many City workers live near this station. How can it have taken eight months to find an appropriate spare part, which I have been told is the problem? Utterly ridiculous TfL/Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan. Let’s get this escalator up and running ASAP.

Many congratulations to the livery masters and members of the The Chartered Surveyors Company and Architects Company who cycled 30 miles over or under every bridge in London in today’s heat to raise money for Lord Mayor's Appeal. And thanks to Florence, the Lady Mayoress for coming to #TowerWard to welcome them.

An absolute joy to hear the utterly stunning Marigona Qerkezi sing Leonora last night - and then to meet her afterwards. A richly resonant voice, full of emotion, colours and vibrancy, combined with technical exquisiteness. A huge career surely awaits! Bravura! 👏🎭👸

For most of my 27 years in London I’ve worked in its financial and professional services sector. I love meeting and working with interesting and talented people from all over the world, trying to find solutions to the world’s biggest problems. The City of London is #WhereIBelong.

Absolutely heartbreaking result. 💔 Well played Wallabies. You’re back! 💚💛 Congratulations #Lions2025.

Playing for you 💚💛 Thanks for an incredible Series, British & Irish Lions, and congratulations on your win 🤝 #Wallabies #LionsTour2025

Best friends… or just co-founders? 👀 We put Charles Owen & Katya Apekisheva from the London Piano Festival to the ultimate friendship test — the answers might surprise you 🎹💛 🎶 LONDON PIANO FESTIVAL 📅 9–12 OCT | 📍 Kings Place 🎟 Tickets: kingsplace.co.uk/whats-on/londo…

Brilliant banter between the two founders of the LondonPianoFestival. You can see why their concerts are so fiery and fun!

“For the millions of families gathered around their wireless sets, and for their loved ones still serving far from home, it was the message a battle-weary world had long prayed for - ‘The war is over’.” This morning, as we mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day, The King has

RIP to a true cricket legend. A Test cricketer, captain, coach and national selector - Bob Simpson was a mighty figure in Australian cricket, giving everything to our game. Cricket Australia extends our thoughts and sympathies to Bob’s family and friends.

🎉 10 years of the London Piano Festival! Charles Owen & Katya Apekisheva share why 2025 will be unforgettable: 3 premieres + a glittering two-piano gala with Stephen Hough & Ingrid Fliter. 📅 9–12 Oct | Kings Place 🎟 Tickets: kingsplace.co.uk/whats-on/londo…