Mayor's Press Office

The UK must immediately recognise Palestinian statehood. There can be no two state solution if there is no viable state left to call Palestine.

The new Silvertown Tunnel is easing congestion, speeding up journeys and getting more Londoners on zero-emission buses.

Congratulations to the @Lionesses on a brilliant semi-final win last night. One step away from glory - let’s bring it home. ⚽ #WEURO2025

New data published by @TfL today shows that the new Silvertown Tunnel has significantly cut congestion in east and south-east London, reducing journey times on approach roads by as much as 70 per cent in the morning peak, and boosting public transport uptake in the capital.

We were honoured to welcome the @MayorofLondon, @sadiqkhan, to The Atlas Foundation’s programme in South Africa, where he announced a new £1.4 million round of funding for Go! London – the capital’s biggest-ever community sport initiative

London is proud to host the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup, which gets underway in just one month!🏉🏆 The Tournament Fan Zone @BatterseaPwrStn will be a spectacular festival of sport that will allow Londoners to be part of this incredible moment for women’s rugby #RWC2025

Royal Albert Dock can be transformational for London, playing a major role in the capital’s economic success. @MayorofLondon looks forward to working with a developer to lead the transformation of one of London’s most significant regeneration opportunities #RoyalDocks

This is welcome news that will cement Wimbledon’s reputation as the greatest tennis competition in the world and London as the sporting capital of the world. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

It's another huge few months of music for London with our major arenas and stadiums welcoming more than 3.6m fans over the summer standard.co.uk/news/london/oa…

Incredible summer of gigs will boost the economy and show why London is the undisputed capital of music

Mayor's African message: London is open to trade bbc.in/44CQASK

Today in Cape Town I joined the Atlas Foundation to see how they are changing children’s lives around the world through rugby, including in London. I’m delighted to be here celebrating our shared history and love of sport in South Africa.

London Mayor Sadiq Khan wants deeper tech ties with Africa. It starts with Lagos. 🔗 techpression.com/london-mayor-s…

Sport can transform the lives of young Londoners. That is why I’m proud to announce a further £1.4m investment in Go! London, supporting sports projects that give young people new skills, purpose and a sense of belonging. cityam.com/mayor-of-londo…

Today @MayorofLondon visited @atlas_frcSA and saw the amazing work they do in using Rugby to support vulnerable children through Tackle London. The Mayor proudly funds this through his £34m mentoring programme, supporting young people and building a fairer London.

Mayor of London announces £1.4m sports fund for capital bit.ly/4eXCkHN

.@MayorofLondon has announced £1.4 million new investment to transform young Londoner’s lives through sport - part of his successful Go! London initiative, the capital’s biggest ever community sports fund, supporting more than 180 grassroots organisations. london.gov.uk/mayor-new-14-i…

Delighted to meet Cape Town’s Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis again. London is home to many South Africans who make a significant contribution to our capital. I’m here to show that London is open to the world and continue to strengthen the links between our city and the Rainbow Nation.

The Mayor of London, Sir @SadiqKhan, has praised UG as “a special place” full of energy, ambition and talent during his first official visit to Africa. He called for stronger global partnerships to support student innovation Read more: ug.edu.gh/news/mayor-lon…

When Nelson Mandela visited London after his release, he called the British Anti-Apartheid Movement a source of hope during his darkest days. It’s something we’re immensely proud of. I was humbled to meet his family in Johannesburg today. #MandelaDay2025