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If kids ran London, what would be different?

We could stay up late.”
“Everything would be free.”
“It would be colourful and fun.
 
 

Mayor Boris Johnson signing the London PledgeSummer Activity Guide

If you're running an event this summer then be part of Young London's Summer Activity Guide.

Find out more about Summer Activity Guide or submit your activity to be listed on the website.

Top stories

Meeting with the Mayor

The Mayor meets with the Peer Outreach Workers Team, joined by James Cleverly, Ambassador for Young People and Pam Chesters, Advisor on Health and Youth Opportunities.

Summer Uni

If you’re aged between 8 and 25 and interested in learning something new, head on over to a Summer Uni course.

Sofia's Diary

Teen drama series Sofia’s Diary focuses on road safety.

Mayor launches fund to tackle child poverty in London

The Mayor’s Fund aims to help the 600,000 children and young people living in poverty in London.

Get into the Rhythm of London this summer!

A two-day celebration of music in July, as part of an ongoing programme to get more young people involved in music.

Young Environmental Photographer of the Year

The Young Environmental Photographer of the Year competition is looking for photos that highlight issues important to your generation.

Mayor's new Adviser on Health and Youth opportunities

Mayor Boris Johnson has appointed Pamela Chesters as Adviser on Health and Youth opportunities.

Mayor’s music instrument amnesty for young people

On 24 October, Mayor of London Boris Johnson launched a new campaign, ‘No Strings Attached’, to get more young people involved in music.

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Top event

Interested in a career as a sportsperson?

On the 21 June Sporting Futures, a fantastic free sports event, will take place in Edmonton in London.

Family workshops at the Design Museum

Design your own model car and race it around a track!

Free family events at the V&A

Every weekend the V&A Museum has free drop-in events for families.

Events are listed in our events section.

Feedback

So what U saying? Your comments about London.

‘We have a system in our school called bully buddies. It doesn’t just stop bullying: it helps children who don't behave properly or who have nobody to play with.’Lucy, age 11

Issue zone

All about the issues that matter to you - from fun things to do to sorting out your problems.

Be safe

Find out how to stay safe - at home, at play and online.

Get active

Feeling bored? Find something new to do in London.

Be green

Find out how to look after the planet a little better.

Get healthy

Look good, feel good and sort out your relationships.

Get creative

Express yourself - with music, dance, acting or art.

About London

Who runs London?

Find out what the politicians do in London.

Things to do

Use our search to find out what's on in your area.

Getting around

The best way from A to B? Use the Journey Planner.

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Having your say

Tell us what's right and what's wrong with London.

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All about the Mayor, the GLA and this website.

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