City of London Corporation: City View

A strong start to the Lady Mayor's visit to Australia in Sydney, meeting leaders from across banking, insurance and superannuation.

Her discussions with institutions including QBE, Westpac and leading super funds highlighted the depth of the UK-Australian relationship and the shared ambition to strengthen collaboration across investment, digital finance and innovation.

As two globally connected financial centres, there is real opportunity to deepen partnerships and unlock growth together. She looks forward to building on this momentum in the days ahead.

🏳️‍🌈 Discover the City’s hidden stories this Pride

Join the City Belonging Project’s From Prejudice to Pride walking tours and explore LGBTQ+ history across the Square Mile.

Led by expert guides, these tours bring to life powerful stories from the past in a way that connects communities today.

💡 FREE places available on Mondays and Fridays - perfect for bringing your team or network together.

Book your place and explore the City this Pride Month: https://belongingproject.city/pride2026/walks

📢 Plans approved for the transformation of 1 Silk Street

The City of London Corporation has given the green light to a major redevelopment next to the Barbican, delivering:

🏙️ 86,000 sqm of high-quality office space
🌿 A new public plaza and improved walkways
🎭 Cultural, retail and community spaces
♻️ A more sustainable, lower-carbon building

Shaped by extensive consultation, the scheme will not only support London’s economy but create a more welcoming, vibrant Square Mile for residents, workers and visitors, seven days a week.

Read more here: https://news.cityoflondon.gov.uk/city-of-london-corporation-approves-major-office-scheme-on-silk-street/

The cameras of ITV London and reporter Jay Akbar joined us for Jewish Culture Month in the Square Mile.

At an event at the Aldgate Centre, a medieval Jewish pie known as floden was recreated from an ancient recipe and shared with attendees, alongside activities exploring historic food traditions.

Funded through the City Corporation’s Stronger Communities Fund, the event was organised by The Jewish Square Mile Project , supported by Shoreditch Trust, and marked the Jewish holiday of Shavuot. It formed part of a wider programme celebrating Jewish life and heritage in the Square Mile.

Watch the ITV London coverage here:
https://tinyurl.com/bdepywud

Pics courtesy of Jewish Culture Month / Sophie Shaw

Did you know that, 20ft below one of the City of London's most historic locations, Guildhall Yard, you can explore the remains of London's second-century Roman amphitheatre?

Preserved in the basement of Guildhall Art Gallery and London's Roman Amphitheatre, you can trace gladiators' footsteps into the arena and view the remains of the walls and chambers. Admission FREE

Also worth checking out the art gallery's current exhibition, 'Underground (and Surface)' which brings together a painter 🧑‍🎨 (Jock McFadyen) and a Pogue 🎶 (Jem Finer). Admission: Pay What You Can

Just saying... Guildhall Yard is the perfect spot for your morning coffee or lunch break. Grab one of our famous red chairs and relax - but seek out some shade when the temperatures are rising!☀️🥵

https://news.cityoflondon.gov.uk/immersive-exhibition-exploring-sensory-world-of-londons-tube-created-by-jock-mcfadyen-ra-and-jem-finer-of-the-pogues/

Catching the (sun)light at Guildhall and around the City. 😎

Locations include the 15th-century Great Hall and one of the medieval crypts at Guildhall; Tower Bridge at sunrise taken from London Bridge; and Smithfield Market.

https://www.thecityofldn.com/

We are hosting a series of public engagement events where residents, neighbours and centre users can

✅ view emerging design options
✅ meet the project team
✅ ask questions
✅ share feedback before decisions are made

📍 St Luke’s Community Centre
📅 Wednesday, June 3 – 5.30-8.30pm
📅 Saturday, June 6 – 10am-2pm
💻 Online webinar: Tuesday, June 9 – 6-7pm

This project will secure a modern, high‑quality and sustainable leisure centre for the future, and we want to hear your views.

Find out more: www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/GLLC

Many congratulations to Dame Robina Shah on being admitted into the Freedom of the City of London, in recognition of her outstanding contribution to, and achievements in, healthcare and medical education.

A highly experienced consultant, chartered psychologist, and leading expert in patient care, Dame Robina has spent over 30 years working across healthcare, medical education, patient safety, public service, social justice, and inclusion.

She is currently Professor of Psychosocial Medicine and Medical Education at The University of Manchester Medical School and Director of the Doubleday Centre for Patient Experience.

Through her roles in a wide range of sports organisations, including the FA Council, FA Women’s Football Board, Manchester FA, and Oldham Athletic, Dame Robina has also made a significant contribution to football governance, player welfare, disability football, women’s football, and widening opportunity through sport.

NHS

https://news.cityoflondon.gov.uk/dame-robina-shah-receives-freedom-of-the-city-of-london/