Met police to pilot facial recognition identity checks, mayor confirms
The Metropolitan police in the UK will begin a pilot program utilizing facial recognition technology for identity checks, supported by Mayor Sadiq Khan amidst concerns from critics.
Ministers unable to strip Wayne Couzens of part of his public sector pension
UK ministers have struggled to revoke Wayne Couzens' public sector pension following his conviction for the murder of Sarah Everard, and are exploring legislative options to address the issue.
Warning from London: AI could become a weapon of mass job destruction
London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan has warned that artificial intelligence (AI) could become a 'weapon of mass job destruction' if not properly regulated, emphasizing the urgent need for measures to prevent a potential new era of widespread unemployment in the capital.
AI 'weapon of mass destruction of jobs' warning issued by Sadiq Khan
London Mayor Sadiq Khan warns that unchecked artificial intelligence could lead to mass unemployment and increased inequality.
Historically low murder rate in London
London's murder rate fell to its lowest level in decades in 2023, with city officials reporting 97 homicides, a decrease from 109 in 2022, contradicting claims made by the U.S. President about rising crime in the city.
Sadiq Khan takes aim at Donald Trump with thinly-veiled dig about 'stream of untruths'
London's Mayor Sadiq Khan criticizes U.S. President Donald Trump, using a decline in homicide rates to counter his claims of rampant crime in the UK.
London homicide rate drops to historic low as Sadiq Khan blasts those 'talking city down'
London's homicide rate has reached a historic low, with the Mayor Sadiq Khan criticizing individuals who are negative about the city despite this positive trend.
New Year Eve's fireworks in photos as London dazzles and world celebrates 2026
London hosted an impressive fireworks display as part of global New Year celebrations welcoming the year 2026, with Mayor Sadiq Khan calling it the 'greatest in the world'.
The rich flee London: 16,000 millionaires move with their fortunes to Dubai or Milan
London's Mayor Sadiq Khan expresses concern over the emigration of wealthy individuals to countries with more favorable tax systems, such as the UAE, US, Italy, Monaco, and Switzerland, criticizing the political treatment of these individuals.
Gambling firms spent nearly £5m to advertise on TfL since London mayor’s ban pledge
Despite a pledge from London Mayor Sadiq Khan to stop gambling ads on the transport network, firms have spent nearly £5 million on advertising since the promise was made.
Some UK drivers face new 2026 charge from January 2
Starting January 2, 2026, certain UK drivers, including electric vehicle owners, will no longer be exempt from London's Congestion Charge as part of a plan to reduce vehicle congestion in central London.