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City of London Corporation

41 stories · discussed at 52 council meetings · 11 councils

The City of London Corporation is currently discussing internal governance reforms, social responsibility initiatives, and addressing challenges in housing services and financial planning.

The City of London's Member Development and Standards Sub Committee proposed in October 2026 to extend terms for independent persons from two years to two four-year terms, aiming to improve continuity and reduce recruitment burden. This follows the Court of Common Council's approval in September 2026 of a new Act to revoke Freedom of the City status. Meanwhile, a report to the Corporate Services Committee in September 2026 highlighted resourcing challenges in the legal department due to increased complex corporate work and litigation.

The Equity, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Sub-Committee received an update in October 2026 on the expansion of the City Belonging Project, which seeks business engagement for inclusivity, and discussed the Corporation's ongoing response to antisemitism. The Sub-Committee also received an update in October 2026 on independent research into the City Corporation's historical links to the transatlantic slave trade, with concerns raised about the process and scope of the work.

In September 2026, reports to the Housing Management and Almshouses Sub-Committee detailed dips in housing performance, including repairs and complaint handling, and a growing backlog of fire safety actions. The Education Board was also informed in October 2026 of challenges in finding temporary accommodation for London Nautical School. The City Fund is projected to face a cumulative deficit from the 2027-28 financial year, as reported to the Audit and Risk Management Committee in September 2026. The Licensing Committee is scheduled to approve its Statement of Licensing Policy on 19 October 2026.

Key facts

  1. The Member Development and Standards Sub Committee proposed extending independent persons' terms to two four-year terms in October 2026. Source
  2. The City Belonging Project expanded, seeking business engagement for inclusivity, as updated in October 2026. Source
  3. The Women Pivoting to Digital Taskforce, established in 2024 by the City of London Corporation, concluded its two-year programme in October 2026. Source
  4. The Court of Common Council approved a new Act to revoke Freedom of the City status in September 2026. Source
  5. The City Fund is projected to face a cumulative deficit from the 2027-28 financial year. Source
About this summary

This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 19 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Stories, page 3

  1. New York Way residents denied parking permits to align with climate goals New residents moving into the City of London Corporation's York Way development will not be allocated parking spaces, a decision that aligns with Islington's climate change and... City of London 15 September 2026
  2. Fire safety actions backlog in City of London social housing grows to 1,634 The backlog of outstanding fire safety actions in the City of London's social housing stock has grown to 1,634, a significant increase attributed to new assessments. The City... City of London 15 September 2026
  3. Mosquitoes Plague Middlesex Street Estate Due to Stagnant Water Residents of Middlesex Street Estate are facing a significant mosquito problem, with stagnant water pooling on the south-east corner of the podium creating ideal breeding... City of London 15 September 2026
  4. Legal department faces resourcing challenges The City of London's legal department is grappling with significant resourcing challenges, driven by a surge in complex corporate work and litigation, according to a report... City of London 13 September 2026
  5. Payroll system upgrade on track The City of London Corporation's new payroll system, a key component of Programme Sapphire, is progressing well and remains on track for its planned go-live date, according to... City of London 13 September 2026
  6. City Council to shorten probation periods The City of London Corporation is set to shorten probation periods for new employees, reducing the standard probation from six months to four months. This change, approved by... City of London 13 September 2026
  7. City of London Corporation to cut apprenticeship numbers due to rising costs and funding changes The City of London Corporation is set to reduce its centrally funded apprenticeship numbers by more than a third over the next two years, a move attributed to rising employment... City of London 13 September 2026
  8. Thames Fishery Research Experiment receives £4,800 grant The City of London Corporation has awarded a £4,800 grant to support the 54th City of London Thames Fishery Research Experiment, scheduled to take place on October 10, 2026. The... City of London 23 July 2026