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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 11d

Diwali on the Square returns to Trafalgar Square on Sunday 12 October.

As hatred and division continue to be spread globally, I’m proud that this free, family-friendly, inclusive celebration will once again bring people together from all backgrounds to spread the message of unity and hope.

Diwali on the Square 2025

Come to Trafalgar Square on 12 October to enjoy an exciting lineup of music, dance, and performances for the Festival of Light!

www.london.gov.uk

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Justine Simons OBE @justinesimons.bsky.social · 13d

⁉️Believe it or not, London’s had a Mayor for 25 years!

What has it meant for culture in the capital?

🚀 Especially after Sadiq Khan made it a core priority @london.gov.uk

Lovely to share this journey at the Creative Industries Property Summit 💫

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Justine Simons OBE @justinesimons.bsky.social · 15d

🔥 Fire garden tonight and tomorrow outside City Hall! Free!

Mayor of London's Culture team @ldnculture.bsky.social · 17d

"Artists from all around the world have been inspired by the evolution of the docks." -our @justinesimons.bsky.social ✨

Celebrate this at Royal Dock Originals. Make sure to catch Rekindling by Compagnie Carabosse, a spectacular fire installation🔥

📅25-26 Sept

www.standard.co.uk/comment/abba...

A large fire installation, a man in a black hat is looking at the installation.

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Justine Simons OBE @justinesimons.bsky.social · 22d

Culture is London's DNA✨

To help creatives thrive we need affordable creative spaces.

And many people came together to secure V22 Ashwin Art Centre!

We worked with @hackneycouncil.bsky.social & V22 Studios to acquire the building at risk of closure, securing its future as a creative hub🎨

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 23d

What’s happening in Gaza is a genocide.

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Justine Simons OBE @justinesimons.bsky.social · 24d

🥇A huge pleasure to present Sinéad Burke with the London Design Innovation Medal.
Designer, educator, advocate, and changemaker. She has transformed the way we think about design—not just as something beautiful or functional, but as something deeply human✨

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 24d

In London, hate will never win.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · 25d

We must unite against those who seek to divide us.

I know many people, particularly from London's diverse communities, are feeling extremely worried following the events this weekend.

It takes me back to how I felt growing up in the ’70s and ’80s, when
far-right political parties marched on our streets.

The leaders of the far-right are once again attempting to hijack our flag, with minorities being intimidated and fear, hatred and division being sown.

As Londoners, and as proud Brits, we must unite to reject the far-right
– just as we have many times before.

But it’s going to take a huge effort from us all – from people of all races and backgrounds, who are willing to stand up for our British values of equality, inclusion and mutual respect.

As Mayor, I'll continue to do everything I can to challenge the far-right and all those who peddle the politics of fear and division.

I urge other politicians and Londoners to do the same.

MAYOR OF LONDON, SADIQ KHAN

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Justine Simons OBE @justinesimons.bsky.social · 27d

🚀 London Design Festival is GO!

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Justine Simons OBE @justinesimons.bsky.social · 29d

The London Design Festival is back with over 300 events✨

Highlight for me “What Nelson Sees" in Trafalgar Square, fantastic new vantage points of the skyline🔭 by Paul Cocksedge

V proud of the support from our Mayor @london.gov.uk.

londondesignfestival.com

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Justine Simons OBE @justinesimons.bsky.social · Sep 10

⚡️BIG NEWS!

🎶 David Bowie Centre at V&A East Storehouse opens this weekend

👘 I got a sneak peak with @london.gov.uk. We saw an amazing kimono & shoes worn on the Ziggy Stardust tour 1972-1973

✨ So much to discover and it’s free!

@timreeve.bsky.social
www.independent.co.uk/arts-enterta...

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Justine Simons OBE @justinesimons.bsky.social · Sep 7

Inspiring trip to my hometown Stoke-on-Trent for the launch of the British Ceramics Biennale. Over 70 artists and back in the extraordinary Spode Works 🏺✨

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Justine Simons OBE @justinesimons.bsky.social · Sep 6

Amazing time at the biggest esports event in the UK this year @blastpremier.com 🎮

Great to see gamers and fans from across the world in London💫

With support from @london.gov.uk we're now one of the best cities in Europe for gaming!

esportsinsider.com/2025/09/blas...

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Dawn Butler MP @dawnbutlerbrent.bsky.social · Sep 5

London’s got so much to celebrate this weekend!

Here are 5 FREE events happening across the city. From festivals and food to music, art, and culture.

There’s something for everyone, and it’s all right on our doorstep.

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · Aug 29

NEW: I’m excited to announce our ‘This is Oxford Street’ event on Sun 21 September.

This is a fantastic opportunity to see Oxford Street in a whole new light: traffic-free, full of music, great food, pop-ups & entertainment for everyone.

www.oxfordstreet.co.uk/whats-happen...

MAYOR OF LONDON THIS IS OXFORD STREET
Sunday 21 Sep 2025 12:00 – 20:00
JOIN US FOR A FREE ONE-DAY EVENT

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · Aug 29

On Sunday 21 September, you’re invited to see Oxford Street like never before ⬇️ www.timeout.com/london/news/...

Oxford Street is going completely car-free in September

But only for one day

www.timeout.com

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Justine Simons OBE @justinesimons.bsky.social · Aug 28

Great meeting new British Fashion Council CEO Laura Weir with the Mayor of London.

London is home to over 10,000 fashion businesses.

Sadiq’s longstanding support for the British Fashion Council has helped emerging designers, delivered affordable creative space and funded London Fashion Week✨

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Mayor of London's Culture team @ldnculture.bsky.social · Aug 26

"There's been so much amazing creativity, ideas and imagination flying around in the classrooms."✨

As part of Wandsworth's year as London Borough of Culture the @royalphilorchestra.bsky.social led musical experiences in local primary schools🎶

Watch the video⬇️

www.youtube.com/watch?v=CcyP...

Battersea Park in Concert Outreach Programme - Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

YouTube video by Enable

www.youtube.com

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Justine Simons OBE @justinesimons.bsky.social · Aug 22

Great news - @london.gov.uk's Summer Streets has come to St Martin’s Lane!

Al fresco fun with fellow Deputy Mayor @howarddawber🌞

Make the most of London summer in the heart of the West End🍹

www.standard.co.uk/going-out/fo...

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Justine Simons OBE @justinesimons.bsky.social · Aug 12

London creatives we want to hear from you!

To make our city a great home for creatives we need to understand the picture.

Help us map and understand where creative work is produced, made and manufactured by taking a short survey⬇️

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Cultural Infrastructure Survey 2025

Help us map where culture is produced and made in London The Mayor of London wants to understand more about spaces where creative work is produced, made and manufactured across the city—and we need y...

3mn9jevui5y.typeform.com

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Justine Simons OBE @justinesimons.bsky.social · Aug 9

🌞Sun shining for the @mayoroflondon’s Summer Streets in Brixton today! Alfresco on Atlantic Rd - great food, cocktails, dance and music.

✨We’re bringing outdoor dining back to London’s streets.

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Mayor of London's Culture team @ldnculture.bsky.social · Jul 28

“We’re focused on protecting spaces that don’t benefit from heritage protection like a grand theatre or a big museum does.” - our @justinesimons.bsky.social✨

Great piece on our Culture at Risk office - aka the Batphone 🦇

monocle.com/culture/what...

What happens when a city decides that its cultural scene is worth saving? - Monocle

London’s cultural crisis hotline is rescuing studios, theatres and music venues from closure – and New York is taking notice....

monocle.com

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Mayor of London's Culture team @ldnculture.bsky.social · Jul 29

The legendary Printworks is being reimagined✨

Deputy Mayor for Culture and Creative Industries @justinesimons.bsky.social got a sneak preview last week👀

Exciting times ahead for this iconic London venue!

Black and white photo of people wearing high vis jackets and hard hats stood outside.

Black and white photo of a group of people at a building under construction. They are looking at the camera.

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Justine Simons OBE @justinesimons.bsky.social · Jul 25

🚨 Great news!

Tate Modern will be open until 9pm every Friday and Saturday, starting from September ✨

A great boost for our night time offer! 🎆

www.timeout.com/london/news/...

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Justine Simons OBE @justinesimons.bsky.social · Jul 22

Great to speak about the importance of affordable creative space at the launch for Open House Festival 🗝️

I'm a guest curator at this year’s festival – look out for my curated selection ✨

The incredible programme has over 800 FREE buildings and walks🏠🚶‍♀️

programme.openhouse.org.uk

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