In 2017, we set some clear priorities for our work representing this area. They remain as important today as they did five years ago:
- maintain the unique nature of the Ward, especially the Temple and Smithfield Market, and protect access to those areas
- promote London as the global hub for the common law and as a major centre for litigation and mediation
- ensure that those who reside in our area can live peaceably and have access to the public services they need
- upgrade the City’s broadband and mobile Wi-Fi infrastructure
- reduce congestion, and improve public transport into and through the City
- support the City’s ongoing contribution to culture, education, social and affordable housing, and charities in London and beyond
- ensure that air in the City is safe to breathe and the streets are kept clean
- keep the City of London safe and secure, by maintaining our own police force
- continue the push for upgraded urgent care facilities at Bart’s Hospital, initially seeking an extension to the opening hours of the Minor Injuries Unit to 7 am to 7 pm, 7 days a week
- ensure that the move of the Museum of London to Smithfield is achieved successfully, and with minimal disruption to residents and local businesses
- advocate the best deal for the people living and working in our area in the post Brexit environment, including regaining access to the single market and movement of skilled workers
Temple and Farringdon Together 