London is a young city - over 20 per cent of its population is under 18 - but it can be a difficult place for children and young people to live. The Mayor's strategy Making London better for all children and young people aims to make our capital a more 'child-friendly' city.

Health in London 2005

The focus of the Health in London 2005 report by the London Health Commission is on children and young people, and it highlights areas of improvement in their health and well-being as well as the persistence of child health inequalities.

State of London’s Children’s Report

In autumn 2004 a major new study, The State of London's Children Report, was published. The full report and an executive summary are available for download.

Young Londoners' survey

A new survey of young Londoners aged 11-16 years, conducted in June 2004 by ICM on behalf of the Greater London Authority, reveals issues of concern to children and young people, their views about living in the capital and their attitudes to key mayoral policies. The survey suggests that young people may be more positive about living in the capital than might have been imagine

• London School’s Environment Awards
• Children and Young People in London
• Scrutiny of Children and young people’s strategy
• Educational visits to City Hall