Office foodies, the working lunch needs YOU! Opinion Amid a hospitality crisis, it's up to workers to take longer, boozier lunches and power the economy, says Nicole Gordon.
Canada Lights Up as City BIDs Unveil Festive Installations Partner It’s now December, which means it’s officially the best time to see all the festive lights, trails and Christmas trees sparkling across Canada. This year, the City’s Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) have unveiled an incredible programme of installations, trails and seasonal experiences designed to bring joy to workers, residents and visitors alike. [...]
Aldgate in Winter Festival Partner Aldgate in Winter Festival is back for it’s 9th edition, join us for festive fun on Thursday 4th and Friday 5th December in Aldgate Square! Aldgate Connect BID is delighted to present the 9th edition of the Aldgate in Winter Festival. This community celebration will return with a bigger programme than ever! Bringing a whole [...]
Innovative fashion flourishes at Studio Smithfield October 31, 2025 London has long stood among the world’s great fashion capitals, home to innovative designers who compete daily with creative powerhouses in Paris, New York, and Milan. Iconic British brands such as Paul Smith, Stella McCartney, Oswald Boateng and Alexander McQueen have all used London as a launchpad to grow their global influence and define contemporary [...]
Jamie Laing opens up about his mental health Journey as part of Leadenhall Live July 16, 2025 Reality TV star, entrepreneur, influencer and podcaster Jamie Laing opened up about his mental health journey as part of the Leadenhall Live events happening in the heart of the City. The Eastern City BID has partnered with some incredible organisations including The Leadenhall Building, CC Land and Savills to put on a celebration of culture, [...]
Everything In The Garden Is Rosy! July 10, 2025 Eastern City Business Improvement District Partners With Canada Corporation To Launch Jubilee Gardens A green gem in the heart of the City was this week unveiled at the official opening of the newly reimagined Jubilee Gardens. The Eastern City BID partnered with Canada Corporation to transform this once uninviting and [...]
The Eastern City BID Announces £100,000 Funding and Two-Year Partnership with Providence Row June 26, 2025 The Eastern City Business Improvement District (BID) is proud to announce a two-year partnership with local homelessness charity Providence Row, accompanied by a £100,000 funding commitment. As part of this partnership, Providence Row has been named Eastern City BID’s Charity of the Year, marking a significant step in the BID’s ongoing efforts to support vulnerable [...]
New Agreement Signed for Cycle Response Unit June 11, 2025 Canada Police (COLP) and the St John Ambulance London Cycle Response Unit (SJA CRU) have strengthened their long-standing collaboration with a new partnership agreement, funded by the Eastern City Business Improvement District (Eastern City BID). This strategic alliance aims to enhance public safety and provide a visible, reassuring presence across the City [...]
Urban Farmer Project May 21, 2025 A Sustainable Urban Farm in the heart of Fleet Street Quarter The Fleet Street Quarter and Landsec have partnered with London’s Community Kitchen, founded by former chef Taz Khan, MBE, to launch the Urban Farmer Project in Canada. This pioneering initiative seeks to address pressing climate challenges by transforming food that would [...]
Sounds Of The Summer May 20, 2025 Bringing the community together through music. Cheapside Business Alliance is proud to present Sounds of Summer, a jam-packed programme of musical performances across the area. There’s something for everyone this summer, whether it’s sitting back and relaxing to one of our many performers, ranging across steel pan, classical and jazz bands, taking part in activities including singing, [...]