This meeting took place on 21 June 2016. Read the transcript here.
- Should we be concerned about London’s dependency on the financial services sector, despite growth in other economic sectors?
- What are the key challenges facing London’s economy since the 2008 financial crisis?
- How can the Mayor ensure London’s labour market is accessible to all?
During the first meeting of the new London Assembly Economy Committee, a range of experts will discuss key economic challenges and priorities for the new Mayor.
Topics to be discussed will include: creating an accessible, inclusive and fair labour market, low pay and in-work poverty, flexible working including temporary and zero-hour contracts, skills shortages, the cost and supply of workspace and supporting the SME sector.
The following guests will be questioned:
- Lord Adebowale CBE, Chair, London Fairness Commission
- Richard Brown, Research Director, Centre for London
- Laurie Heselden, Campaigns & Policy Officer, Southern and Eastern Region, Trades Union Congress
- Clare Ludlow, Director of Innovation, Timewise Foundation
- Colin Stanbridge, Chief Executive, London Chamber of Commerce and Industry
- Matthew Waite, Senior Economist, Greater London Authority (GLA)
The meeting will take place on Tuesday, 21 June from 10:00am in Committee Room 5 at City Hall (The Queen’s Walk, London SE1). Media and members of the public are invited to attend.
The meeting can also be viewed via webcast.
Follow us @LondonAssembly and take part in the meeting discussion using #AssemblyEconomy.
Notes to editors
- Full agenda papers.
- Fiona Twycross AM, Chair of the Economy Committee is available for interview. See contact details below.
- London Assembly Economy Committee.
- As well as investigating issues that matter to Londoners, the London Assembly acts as a check and a balance on the Mayor.
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