City Resident 45

NEWS AND KEY TOPICS FROM THE CITY OF LONDON CORPORATION

CityResident

Putting on a Show page 9

Register to vote page 2

Autumn 2018 Issue 45

Bank Junction page 3

New standards in force page 5

EFG London Jazz Festival page 11

www.cityoflondon.gov.uk

CityResident CityResident is produced by the City of London Corporation, provider of local government, policing and arange of services for the Square Mile and beyond. If you would like a summary of this newsletter in another language or an alternative format such as Braille, large print or audio tape, please contact us.

CityResident is available to download at www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/cityresident

2

NEWS

City Elections – register to vote Don’t lose your voice – look out for your voter registration forms in the post.

We’re updating the list of voters in the City of London. There are two different lists; the Electoral Register (which is used at national elections) and the Ward Lists (which are used at City Ward elections for Aldermen and Common Councilmen).

Registering to vote means that you can have your say on matters that affect you in the City and nationally at election time.

We sent two forms to each residential address in August. There is a white form to update the Electoral Register and a green form to update the Ward Lists. All you need to do is complete and return both forms as soon as possible.

CityResident Town Clerk’s Department City of London Corporation PO Box 270, Guildhall London EC2P 2EJ 020 7332 3099 pro@cityoflondon.gov.uk www.cityoflondon.gov.uk

Even if there are no changes to the information printed on the form you still need to respond, so we can make sure the voting lists are

accurate. If we don’t get a response, we are legally required to send reminders and ask a canvasser to visit your address.

MORE INFORMATION

electoral.services@ cityoflondon.gov.uk cityoflondon.gov.uk/voting

NEWS

Last call for ultrafast broadband If you are interested in receiving ultrafast broadband speeds to your building act now!

Openreach are continuing their roll out of Fibre To The Premises (FTTP) across the City which will offer ultrafast speeds of up to 1 gigabit per second across the Square Mile with over half of the City (EC4 and most of EC2) now being enabled to receive this service.

Without sufficient take up however, there is a real danger that this opportunity could fall away with Openreach having to concentrate their efforts elsewhere in the UK, given their national roll out plans of FTTP and the delivery targets put in place by Government.

Openreach will use existing

ducting to access buildings, avoiding street works to install the new fibre infrastructure into basements.

This work will require a quick building survey and the consent of the building owner in the form of wayleave, however despite their best efforts Openreach is finding it difficult building owners to agree access.

The lack of engagement is highly frustrating for Openreach, having undertook to prioritise the City to make the necessary investment to deliver a wholesale network, but also for the City of London Corporation given our longstanding advocacy around improving connectivity.

Go to the ournetwork.openreach. co.uk website and look for Fibre for your existing apartment buildings in Property developers.

MORE INFORMATION 020 7332 1910 steven.bage@cityoflondon.gov.uk

NEWS

School applications PRIMARY SCHOOL Children born between 1 September 2014 and 31 August 2015 should start primary school in September 2019. Applications are open until 15 January 2019.

JUNIOR SCHOOL Junior school application is for children currently attending infant school or in Year 2 of primary school. Parents with children born between 1 September 2011 and 31 August 2012 can apply until 15 January 2019.

SECONDARY SCHOOL Children born between 1 September 2007 and 31 August 2008 will be attending secondary school in September 2019. The

application deadline is 31 October 2018. However, if you miss the deadline you can contact the School Admissions Service on 020 7332 1750.

14-19 UNIVERSITY TECHNICAL COLLEGE OR STUDIO SCHOOL

3

NEWS

Residents EV Parking In May 30 electric charge points were installed in car parks in the Barbican Estate, commissioned for residential use by Chairman Jeremy Simons (photo). Over the past few months we have been assessing their use to see which type of charging points are most suitable for cars used in the City.

Children born between 1 September 2004 and 31 August 2005 (current Year 9) can apply for a place at a University Technical College (UTC) or a Studio School for the September 2019 Year 10 intake.

During the first three months, the vehicles involved in the trial collectively drove 3,000 miles fuelled by electricity. This helps to improve air quality in the centre of London The aim of the trial is to determine the best method to roll out electric vehicle charge points across residential car parks in the City.

This is part of the City of London Low Emission Neighbourhood (LEN) project, supported by the Mayor of London.

MORE INFORMATION cityoflondon.gov.uk/LEN len@cityoflondon.gov.uk @_Cityair

MORE INFORMATION cityoflondon.gov.uk/ schooladmission

NEWS

Bank Junction

NEWS

Environmentally friendly parking

NEWS

Home to school transport We are updating our Home to School Transport Policy, SEN Transport Policy and Post-16 Transport Policy Statement.

These policies set out circumstances in which the local authority will provide assistance with transport to children and young people travelling to school, college or other place of learning. The changes are being made to ensure a fair and transparent way of assessing eligibility for support, which is in line with guidance issued by the Department for Education.

MORE INFORMATION Your comments and suggestions will help us finalise these policies.

Go to cityoflondon.gov.uk/ schooltransportpolicy to take part in survey and view the proposal. Consultation ends on 23 November.

The City Corporation is the first to introduce a range of environmentally friendly parking charges based on vehicle type. This initiative is aimed at encouraging motorists to consider using cleaner vehicles and improve air quality by reducing nitrogen oxides and harmful particulates.

Under the new charging system older, more polluting vehicles will pay a higher charge to park in the City but if you have a Zero Emission capable, cleaner vehicle you will pay less. You are the key to cleaner air: Please switch off your engine while waiting and breathe a little easier.

MORE INFORMATION cityoflondon.gov.uk/ onstreetparking

Members of the Court of Common Council, the City of London Corporation’s most senior decisionmaking body, have voted to make the experimental safety scheme at Bank permanent.

This means that only pedal cyclists and buses will continue to be permitted to cross Bank Junction and travel westbound on Cornhill between the hours of 7am and 7pm, Monday to Friday. The final decision was made after months of rigorous deliberation and consideration by a range of City Corporation Committees.

With almost 4,300 responses to the consultation, the wide-ranging needs of local road users and other stakeholders were considered along with the operational needs of the Square Mile.

Christopher Hayward, Chairman of the City’s Planning and Transportation Committee, looks forward to applying learnings from this project and continuing to spearhead positive changes across the Square Mile after the City Corporation unveils its 25-year Transport Strategy next year.

COMMUNITY

4

Is Universal Credit leaving your family worse off or in debt?

Universal Credit, in certain cases, has replaced Housing Benefit for people of working age and it is estimated that 135,000 Londoners are now on the system.

However there have been several problems with the initiative.

Not only can the system be extremely difficult to navigate, but it seems to have left many people

worse off than the previous system or even in debt. City Advice can help ensure you get what you’re entitled to. If you live in the City of London, you can get free, expert, impartial advice over the phone, by email or in person at one of our drop-ins across the City.

Help is also available for: nw elfare benefits, pensions, money or debt

n c arers support n s upport finding local social and physical activities n c onsumer & employment rights n f amily and relationship legal issues MORE INFORMATION 020 7392 2919 city.advice@toynbeehall.org.uk toynbeehall.org.uk/cityadvice

COMMUNITY

80 Leadenhall Street Open Monday to Saturday, the 80 Leadenhall Street clinic provides a full range of sexual health services including testing for sexually transmitted diseases, administering PEP and family planning advice and other treatments. Some appointments are available on the same day and same day results are available for test samples taken before 3pm.

Dr Sarah Creighton, Consultant in Sexual Health/HIV at Homerton, said: “It took a few weeks to get established and known in the City, but the clinic is now fully operational and welcomed over 4,000 client visits in the first four months since opening at the

beginning of April. Clients have commented on the friendliness of staff, the discreet on street direct access and the range of services provided in a light, airy and stylish setting.”

80 Leadenhall Street brings together services previously provided at Bart’s Hospital and other sites. It is part of a network of sexual health services for The City and the London Borough of Hackney run by Homerton University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

MORE INFORMATION 020 7683 4103 homerton.nhs.uk/80leadenhall

COMMUNITY

Anti-social behaviour and the City of London Compared to most London local authorities, the City of London experiences relatively low levels of Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB).

However, recent years have seen growth in the local population with more private housing being developed and our hospitality and night time economy have expanded bringing new groups of people to the City and providing us with some new challenges.

The Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 defines ASB as: n c onduct that has caused, or is likely to cause, harassment, alarm or distress to any person n c onduct capable of causing nuisance or annoyance to a person in relation to that person’s occupation of residential premises n c onduct capable of causing housing-related nuisance or annoyance to any person.

In response we have invested in new information sharing systems to allow us to better record and track problems and we are also developing a new ASB strategy to bring together all the strands of our activity and improve the cooperation between the City Corporation, City of London Police and other partners.

The approach outlined in this strategy will be in line with our Corporate Plan (available from our website at cityoflondon. gov.uk/corporateplan) in which we aim to contribute to a flourishing society and support a thriving economy keeping people safe and feeling safe.

MORE INFORMATION For details on anti-social behaviour and how to report an incident, please go to cityoflondon.gov.uk/keepingsafe

5 COMMUNITY

Cracking down on food hygiene

The City of London’s Trading Standards Team is encouraging consumers to make informed choices about where they eat out or shop for takeaway food in the Square Mile. They are ensuring that any food outlet displaying a Food Hygiene Rating Scheme (FHRS) rating is doing so accurately.

Every food business, including restaurants, cafés, takeaways, pubs, supermarkets and hotels, is subject to inspection by Environmental Health Officers to assess compliance with food hygiene law.

Hygiene standards are rated on a five-point scale with zero being the lowest and five the highest. There are over 1,700 food premises in the City of London, of which almost three quarters have the highest five star rating.

While displaying ratings is not mandatory in England, if a business advertises a food hygiene rating that is better than it actually is, it is classed as a misleading action under unfair trading legislation.

COMMUNITY

Supporting your community A City Corporation grants scheme aimed at developing stronger neighbourhoods in the City and wider London, is looking for projects to fund.

The City Corporation manages 12 housing estates in the City and across six London boroughs and is looking for charities and voluntary organisations to take part in projects within its estates.

Steve Playle, Trading Standards Manager, said: “We want people to be able to go out and be confident that their food is being prepared safely. Food hygiene is a matter that affects us all and it is vital that food businesses continue to take it seriously. I’d encourage everyone to check the rating of

their favourite food business by logging on to ratings.food.gov.uk.

We are going to be carrying out visits to ensure that the correct ratings are displayed but if anyone comes across an establishment displaying an incorrect rating then please let us know by calling 03454 04 05 06.”

COMMUNITY

Does your property need a new licence?

New standards have recently come into force, which apply to a greater number of properties.

It is important that landlords, or agents, managing Houses of Multiple Occupation (HMO), ensure that their properties are correctly licensed.

The main change to the definition of an HMO for licensing purposes is that the requirement for the property to be three storeys or over has been removed. Therefore, any property occupied by five or more people, forming two or more separate households (eg a family

Grants issued through the Central Grants Programme’s ‘Stronger Communities’ theme will enable more people to become involved in their neighbourhood – and encourage a broader understanding of the diverse needs of these communities.

The Scheme supports community, cultural, environmental, educational and employment projects and its other funding streams, also open for applications, include: Enjoying Green Spaces and the Natural Environment, Inspiring London through Culture and Education & Employment.

Last year, eight cultural projects were awarded funding for a total of £47,332 through ‘Inspiring London Through Culture’ funding.

of three living with an unrelated couple) are likely to need a licence.

There are exceptions relating to purpose-built flats where a block consists of three or more flats.

City of London Corporation officers are undertaking inspections to ensure properties meet the required licence standards.

MORE INFORMATION 020 7332 3590 publicprotection@ cityoflondon.gov.uk cityoflondon.gov.uk/hmolicence

The Central Grants Programme is administered by City Bridge Trust, the City of London Corporation’s charitable funder.

MORE INFORMATION cityoflondon.gov.uk/ centralgrantsprogramme

COMMUNITY

6

Make a splash!

Golden Lane Sport & Fitness offers the highest quality teachers and expert tuition to help you learn swimming in a fun and safe environment.

City LivingWise offers a range of free healthy lifestyle services to help you become more active, manage your weight, and if you’re aged 40-74 you can have a free NHS Health Check. These services include a 12-week weight management course to help you discover an effective and sustainable approach to weight loss. By attending a fun and supportive one-hour group session every week, you’ll learn about the relationship between activity, weight and nutrition, and become empowered to make positive changes to your lifestyle.

The fun and informative lesson programme covers all swimming requirements, including teaching you the first strokes, improving your current techniques or honing those skills needed to perform at an elite level. All lessons are designed to increase water confidence and provide lifelong enjoyment of the water. Lessons are open to all ages and abilities over 3 years old.

All lessons follow Swim England best practice, so you can be sure you, or your child, are learning under the nationally recognised framework.

City LivingWise

MORE INFORMATION fusionswimschool.com

MORE INFORMATION city@livingwise.org.uk livingwise.org.uk/city 020 7616 2338

The Focus is on Fitness Golden Lane Sport & Fitness has recently invested £80k into their brand-new gym, offering all the latest and best equipment, giving members and new customers a refreshed workout space to focus on their fitness goals.

A wide range of - flexible and tailored – packages are available and suitable to everyone’s needs.

These include: your very own personal induction programme, a variety of classes and 1:1 sessions, unlimited swimming for the whole family and swimming programmes for a range of abilities on a family membership.

Interested? Join today and let the team help you focus on your fitness!

MORE INFORMATION Register online for a free visit at fusion-lifestyle.com/offers

COMMUNITY

Beating the winter blues Many of us feel low during the winter months, lacking energy and struggling to get out of bed on cold, dark and rainy mornings.

Even though many symptoms are similar to those of depression, if you find that these feelings come and go with the season, it could be Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

For this reason, SAD is difficult to diagnose and its causes are still not fully understood. It’s believed that the desire to hibernate during the winter is caused by a reduced exposure to sunlight affecting the body’s natural clock. The brain then

produces insufficient serotonin and too much melatonin causing persistent low moods or irritability, loss of interest in everyday activities, feeling lethargic, poor concentration, sleeping longer than usual and craving stodgy food.

The effects of jetting off to sunnier climes, although tempting, may be short-lived, leaving you feeling even worse on your return.

So, what can be done to relieve SAD symptoms? Keeping warm, a good diet and regular exercise can make a great difference. Many sufferers are able to find great relief

by being exposed to natural light as much as possible and with the help of light boxes.

If you’re struggling to cope, your GP can run some tests and will be able to advise on treatments.

SAD can occasionally be treated with antidepressants containing serotonin and talking therapies, such as cognitive behavioural therapy can also be helpful.

MORE INFORMATION nhs.uk/conditions/seasonalaffective-disorder-sad

NEWS FROM THE CITY OF LONDON POLICE

talkback

7

To report a crime call 101, 999 in an emergency only www.cityoflondon.police.uk

Snow Hill Police Station to close Snow Hill was completed and first opened as an operational police station in 1926 and has been home to many police and support teams over the years.

At present, finance, HR and Community Policing teams are amongst those based there. The building, which is owned by the City of London Corporation, is an underutilised asset and in need of much modernisation. As with many police forces in the UK, we continue to face budgetary constraints, and after a review of our policing footprint in the City, we have made the difficult decision to close this police station in the autumn of 2019.

As you may have read in the media, we are working with the City Corporation on an ambitious plan to build a state-of-the-art

police station and court complex near Fleet Street. This space will be designed to house the various teams needed to deliver a cohesive modern policing service for our communities.

Following the closure of Snow Hill, the nearest City of London Police station will be Wood Street, a ten-minute walk away. You can also continue to report crimes online or call 101 or 999 in an emergency, or reach us via our website cityoflondon.police.uk We will ensure the level of service we offer our communities will not be affected by the closure of Snow Hill. If you have any concerns or issues you wish to raise in relation to the station closure, please email community@cityoflondon.pnn. police.uk.

Join the team Interested in volunteering and supporting your local community?

The City of London Police Reserve has many roles available. If you think you are up for the challenge, find out about how you can become either a Policing Volunteer, a Special Constable or a Cadet.

POLICING VOLUNTEERS

There are three types: Police Volunteer: can support investigations and assist with the training of police officers; Police Community Support Volunteer is responsible for community engagement and working with residents and businesses to solve problems; and Policing Support Volunteer can get involved with investigating crimes, interviewing suspects and supporting road safety. If you apply for any of these roles, you will have to pass an interview and vetting, and depending on the role may need a medical as well. You will also receive full training before starting.

CITY OF LONDON SPECIAL CONSTABULARY

Special Constables or ‘specials’ have the same powers as ‘regular’ police officers, but in a voluntary capacity. Their responsibilities include responding to incidents, dealing with offenders, helping victims and supporting vulnerable people. They may also be involved in policing important events. In this capacity, you will be expected to do a minimum of one four-hour duty each week.

VOLUNTEER POLICE CADETS

If you’re aged 13-18 and interested in policing, then this could be for you. You will be working with a core team of police officers, police staff and volunteers, having the opportunity to become involved in fundraising events, local community problem solving operations as well as high profile civic events.

MORE INFORMATION cityoflondon.police.uk/careers

SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter.com/ @citypolice @CityPoliceFraud @CityPoliceIFED @CityPolicePIPCU @CityPoliceDogs

facebook.com/ cityoflondonpolice

youtube.com/ user/cityoflondonpolice

NOTICEBOARD

COMMUNITY

8

A snapshot of things to do near you in the next couple of months

Business Events Seminars Workshops

Tower Bridge for £1 If you live in the City of London, you can now see inside Tower Bridge for just £1 and discover the stories behind the engineering, the people, the architecture and the City that built Tower Bridge.

MORE INFORMATION

Simply bring along proof of address and a form of Photo ID. Full terms and conditions can be found online at towerbridge.org. uk/communityticket

Yoga for carers Do you look after someone?

A parent? A partner? A friend or neighbour? If so, you might be an unpaid carer. Come along to the Artizan Street Library and Community Centre and find out more about the support we offer to unpaid carers in City of London.

As part of the East City Carer Support Groups, held at the library on the last Monday of every month, a free Yoga

session is available for all carers on 26 November.

The session is taught by Aarti Gauri for a wide range of abilities. If you have difficulty moving or lying down, please inform staff when you register so they can organise a chair-based yoga alternative.

Come along and join the one-hour class in a nice and relaxed atmosphere

and learn some moves.

The class starts at 4pm and is followed by a cup of tea.

More classes will follow in the New Year.

MORE INFORMATION

To register call Rose on 07980 744 511 rose.bernstein@ carers-network.org.uk

SEP | OCT | NOV | DEC

What’s on at the City Business Library

1

The City Business Library is a public library dedicated to business information, offering free access to a comprehensive collection of business databases and publications, including general start up advice, market research, company information, statistics and business news. Take advantage of the library membership which allows you access to some of our databases remotely.

Our expert staff are here to help – so if you are a sole trader; start-up; microenterprise; entrepreneur; SME; charity; social enterprise; jobseeker or anyone who needs business information come and talk to us. A comprehensive selection of seminars and workshops takes place throughout the year. Check our website to find out more.

City Resident readers are eligible to a 15% discount on all seminars. Use code CITYRESIDENT15 to apply.

Offer is valid until 5pm on 30 November. cityoflondon.gov.uk/cbl

9

Save the date for this year’s Lord Mayor’s Show: Saturday 10 November.

World-class public art… on an urban canvas

This colourful, raucous and vibrant procession never fails to entertain the thousands of onlookers who come along to cheer procession and get their first look at the new Lord Mayor. Alderman Peter Estlin is the new incumbent and, travelling in the gleaming state coach, he will be joining 7,000 people, 200 horses and around 150 floats as they travel from Mansion House

Explore the eighth edition of Sculpture in the City, with contemporary artworks dotted amongst the hypermodern architectural giants and the venerable historic churches and heritage buildings of the City’s financial district.

to the Royal Courts of Justice and back, in a day to remember.

The procession is about three miles long and to ensure a good view make sure you pick your spot well before 11am or treat yourself by booking a grandstand seat or two opposite St Paul’s Cathedral.

There is no firework display but new this year will be two areas – Paternoster Square/St Paul’s Churchyard and Bloomberg Arcade – that will host a range of events, activities and attractions before and after the Show to keep the whole family entertained.

Since its launch in June, Sculpture in the City introduced ‘Musicity x Sculpture in the City’, an architecture inspired music and sound art in eight of the artworks locations; and with Art Night installed a new artwork “Bridging Home, London” – by South

Korean artist Do Ho Suh – on the footbridge over Wormwood Street.

All 20 sites are easily accessible on foot and by bike. A map is available from the Sculpture in the City website. To unlock the stories behind the artworks you can use Smartify to scan the sculptures to learn about the artists.

MORE INFORMATION

sculptureintthecity.org.uk Instagram: @sculptureinthecity Twitter: @sculpturecity Smartify.org

lordmayorsshow. london or download the official Show App.

Learn something new, expand your knowledge Did you know that the Reformation trained us to be sceptics when it comes to faith? Or that despite our modern world being vulnerable to the whims of volcanoes there are things we can do to prepare? Have you ever wondered what it is really like to embody one of Shakespeare’s iconic characters on stage?

Gresham College’s 2018-19 programme offers up new insights and

learning. From atheism to artificial intelligence and lunar exploration to Russian music and the future of the environment, the College’s Professors, and distinguished guest lecturers, explore a wide range of topics.

This year you can also savour the history of Sir Thomas Gresham, when the College celebrates 500 years since his birth, with a Tudor Festival. Beginning in January 2019, a series of unforgettable lectures and

events about Gresham and his age will take a closer look at London’s relationship to Europe under the Tudors, how global traffic and trade changed the city, and why and how Thomas Gresham built the Royal Exchange.

The College’s lectures are free to attend and to watch online.

MORE INFORMATION

gresham.ac.uk

NOTICEBOARD

MORE INFORMTAION

CULTURE

10

GUILDHALL SCHOOL OF MUSIC & DRAMA PRESENTS

Sa Chen

14 November, 7.30pm, Milton Court Concert Hall

Pianist Sa Chen performs Debussy Images Books 1 & 2 and Études Nos 1–12 as part of Guildhall School’s Alumni Recital Series.

After being selected for the final of the Leeds International Piano Competition aged only 16, Chen came to Guildhall to study, and has gone on to perform with prestigious orchestras around the world.

Guitar Spectacular

Behind Every Great City 2 November, Central Criminal Court, 6pm. Admission: £5 (plus booking fee)

The Fawcett Society presents a talk exploring women who have helped to shape the City. With Brenda Trenowden, Head of FIG Europe, ANZ Bank, and Global Chair of the 30% Club, plus guests.

Chaired by Sharon Ament, Director of the Museum of London. Part of Women: Work and Power.

MORE INFORMATION www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/ womenworkpower

27 November 7pm, Milton Court Concert Hall

An exciting evening of music for guitar, including music by Walton, Marais, Stravinsky, Bowers, Assad, Brouwer and Martin, as well as Basque and Sephardic songs arranged by Francisco Javier Jáuregui.

Guildhall Symphony Orchestra

Wed 28 November 7.30pm, Barbican Hall

Takuo Yuasa conducts two colossal works: Mahler’s colourful Fourth Symphony and Stravinsky’s radical ballet score, The Rite of Spring, which famously caused a riot at its premiere.

Saturday, Sunday, Monday

30 November – 5 December, 2pm and 7.30pm, Silk Street Theatre

Guildhall’s final year actors present Eduardo de Filippo’s commedia dell’arte. An extended Italian family gathers for the Sunday ragù where the entire basis of family coherence is threatened by the inevitable volcanic eruptions.

MORE INFORMATION Tickets £5 - £15 gsmd.ac.uk/events

Guildhall Studio Orchestra

9 January 2019, 7pm, Milton Court Concert Hall

The Guildhall Studio Orchestra returns with special guest Mark Lockheart for the first performance of Days on Earth, his brand-new project for jazz sextet and a 30-piece orchestra which will be released on the Edition Label in January 2019.

11 GUILDHALL ART GALLERY

The Campaign 16 November Nursery Theatre 8pm Admission: £5 (plus booking fee)

Seen and Heard: Victorian Children in the Frame

From 23 November, FREE

Discover the light and shade of the Victorian art of childhood in an exhibition featuring rarelyseen works from the Guildhall Art Gallery’s collection.

Throughout the 19th century, attitudes towards children changed across the whole of society. Traditionally seen as young adults, they came to be viewed with greater empathy and in need of special protection whatever their background.

They came to be seen simply as children, with a right to play, learn and explore. The concept of childhood became popular with artists and art enthusiasts alike. Depictions of childhood innocence and domestic happiness provided a welcome distraction from the turbulence of the ever-changing world, but paintings often went beyond the sentimental. Artists did not shy away from portraying the full range of emotions connected to childhood and parenting.

MORE INFORMATION cityoflondon.gov.uk/ seenandheard

Join a live improvised political campaign inspired by audience suggestions and polls, celebrating the centenary of the Representation of the People Act. It’s the political event of the century as two female candidates go head to head on the issues that matter. YOUR issues.

The Campaign is part political drama, part debate, all made up on the spot.

Part of Women, Work and Power.

MORE INFORMATION thenurserytheatre.com

THE BARBICAN

Australian Chamber Orchestra: International Associate Ensemble Mozart’s Last Three Symphonies 22 October, Milton Court, 7.30pm Mountain (film with live music) 23 October, Barbican Hall, 8pm Bach, Beethoven and Bartók 24 October, Milton Court, 7.30pm

An ensemble that thrives on the unexpected and is led by a daredevil music director Richard Tognetti – the Australian Chamber Orchestra are the Barbican’s International Associate at Milton Court.

Il Pomo d’Oro Handel: Serse – Il Pomo d’Oro 26 October, Barbican Hall, 6.30pm Il Pomo d’Oro play Bach and Handel 27 October, St Giles’ Cripplegate, 7.30pm

The sensational Italian ensemble perform Handel’s Serse, Agrippina – starring Joyce DiDonato – and two Baroque instrumental concerts as the Barbican’sFeatured International Baroque Ensemble.

EFG London Jazz Festival 2018 16-25 November

Presented by the Barbican’s Associate Producer Serious, the Festival includes several gigs across the city and sees Jazz popping up everywhere, from concert halls to street corners. There will be a gig pretty much every night, alongside free shows in the Barbican’s foyers.

MORE INFORMATION barbican.org.uk/whats-on

CONTACT US

Restore, Décor and Remember St Lawrence Jewry is fundraising to restore the clock faces of church’s tower. In the spirit of Christmas giving, here’s how you can help with the event: For every £25 donation you will receive a personalised Christmas Décor, bearing the name of the person you wish to remember for the month of December. The Christmas Décor will be used to decorate our Christmas tree this year. All who have donated will be invited to attend the Lord Mayor’s Carol Service on 19 December at 5.30pm. Come along to the Service’s reception for some mince pies and collect your personalised Christmas Décor.

MORE INFORMATION

stlawrencejewry.org.uk

USEFUL PHONE NUMBERS SOCIAL MEDIA twitter.com/ cityoflondon facebook.com/ CityofLondonCorp flickr.com/ cityoflondoncorporation youtube.com/ cityoflondonvideos More information on social media www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/social

Access Team 020 7332 1995 Adult skills and learning 020 7332 3928 Adult social care 020 7332 1224 020 8356 2300 (out of hours) Artizan Street Library and Community Centre 020 7332 3810 Barbican Centre Box Office 020 7638 8891 Barbican Estate Office 020 7029 3958 Barbican Library 020 7638 0569 Barts Health NHS Trust 020 3416 5000 Billingsgate Market 020 7987 1118 Barts Minor Injury Unit 020 3465 5869 Cass Child and Family Centre 020 7626 6315 Cemetery and Crematorium 020 8530 2151 Children and families 020 7332 3621 020 8356 2710 (out of hours) City Business Library 020 7332 1812 City of London Academy Hackney 020 8525 5440 City of London Academy Islington 020 7226 8611 City of London Academy Southwark 020 7394 5100

City of London Freemen’s School

Housing

01372 277933 City of London Information Centre Walk in only City of London School 020 7489 0291 City of London School for Girls 020 7847 5500 City Police 020 7601 2222 999 (emergency) 101 (non-emergency) City Advice 020 7392 2919 Council tax 020 7332 1882 Council tax benefits 020 7332 3937 Disabled parking permits 020 7332 1548 Elections 0800 587 5537 Environment and planning 020 7332 1710 Environmental Health 020 7332 3630 Golden Lane Estate Office 020 7253 2556 Golden Lane Sport & Fitness 020 7250 1464 Green spaces 020 7374 4127 Guildhall Art Gallery 020 7332 3700 Guildhall Library 020 7332 1868 Guildhall School of Music & Drama 020 7628 2571 Healthwatch 030 0068 3000

020 7332 1750 Leadenhall Market 020 7929 1073 London Metropolitan Archives 020 7332 3820 Middlesex Street Estate Office 020 7247 4839 Moorfields Eye Hospital 020 7253 3411 Museum of London 020 7001 9844 NHS Direct 0845 4647 Parking 020 7332 1548 Registrar (births, deaths & marriages) 020 7527 6350 / 6351 Shoe Lane Library 020 7583 7178 Sir John Cass Primary School 020 7283 1147 Smithfield Market 020 7332 3092 Spitalfields Market 020 8518 7670 Street cleaning 020 7606 3030 Streetworks – Traffic Management 020 7332 3553 Substance Misuse Partnership 020 7332 1228 Toynbee Hall 020 7247 6943 Trading standards 020 7332 3406 Volunteering Matters 020 3780 5906 / 5904 Waste and recycling 020 7606 3110