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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.
 
 

Photograph of young LondonersThe Young Londoners Survey

In spring 2009, ICM conducted a survey of young Londoners aged 11-16 on key themes such as education, crime and safety, civic involvement, transport and the environment, and their attitudes to key mayoral policies.

View highlights of the Young Londoners Survey.

Top stories

Big Dance 2010

Sign up to learn the routine for a Guinness World Record attempt in July 2010 as part of the Big Dance Schools Pledge. Schools worldwide will simultaneously perform the same dance routine. In preparation, choreographer Hakeem Onibudo will host a master class on 20 January at the O2. Encourage your school to get dancing by asking them to register here!

Interview with Pam Chesters

Pam Chesters reveals all about her role as the Mayor’s Health and Youth Opportunities Advisor.

Earn your travel back

The Mayor has kept his promise to give young people who have had their ZIP Oyster photocard taken away the chance to earn them back early by volunteering in their local community.

Spirit of London awards

A fab new awards scheme aimed at recognising the talent of London’s young people has just been launched.

Get fit for free!

Swimming, water polo, climbing, tennis or football, you can do it for free on the South Bank this summer!

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.

 

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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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