Chief Digital Officer for London
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Chief Digital Officer for London, working for Mayor of London and all Londoners. Using #data to support a fairer, safer and greener city for everyone #cities #innovation #smartcities https://medium.com/@chiefdigitalofficer4london
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As we look back on 2024, London’s continuing digital and smart city transformation has touched nearly every aspect of city life. From…
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Marking London's progress in digital connectivity, innovation, data & digital inclusion over 2024. Read our playback from City Hall 👇
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Don't miss this must-read article by Theo Blackwell @ldncdo.bsky.social on why devolution needs data to succeed, alongside shifting power & funding to local leaders, & why a ‘government that does not grasp the data challenge limits its own impact’ 🔽
futuregovforum.substack.com/p/devolution...
futuregovforum.substack.com/p/devolution...
Devolution needs data to succeed
By Theo Blackwell MBE, Chief Digital Officer for London
futuregovforum.substack.com
August 25, 2026 at 9:24 AM
Don't miss this must-read article by Theo Blackwell @ldncdo.bsky.social on why devolution needs data to succeed, alongside shifting power & funding to local leaders, & why a ‘government that does not grasp the data challenge limits its own impact’ 🔽
futuregovforum.substack.com/p/devolution...
futuregovforum.substack.com/p/devolution...
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London will not tolerate criminal behaviour.
The Met’s new Sur-Ron e-bikes are already proving their value in helping officers go after offenders using e-bikes. With the fleet now expanded, we can build on progress tackling robbery and phone theft to help make our streets safer.
The Met’s new Sur-Ron e-bikes are already proving their value in helping officers go after offenders using e-bikes. With the fleet now expanded, we can build on progress tackling robbery and phone theft to help make our streets safer.
August 27, 2026 at 7:10 PM
London will not tolerate criminal behaviour.
The Met’s new Sur-Ron e-bikes are already proving their value in helping officers go after offenders using e-bikes. With the fleet now expanded, we can build on progress tackling robbery and phone theft to help make our streets safer.
The Met’s new Sur-Ron e-bikes are already proving their value in helping officers go after offenders using e-bikes. With the fleet now expanded, we can build on progress tackling robbery and phone theft to help make our streets safer.
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The loudest voices online aren't always the most accurate.
New data shows our homicide rate is lower than every US state, while murder rates are at record lows.
The evidence is clear: our approach to tackling crime and its causes works. It’s driving down violence right across the capital.
New data shows our homicide rate is lower than every US state, while murder rates are at record lows.
The evidence is clear: our approach to tackling crime and its causes works. It’s driving down violence right across the capital.
Is Europe safer than America?
A novel dataset provides some surprising answers
www.economist.com
August 17, 2026 at 6:00 AM
The loudest voices online aren't always the most accurate.
New data shows our homicide rate is lower than every US state, while murder rates are at record lows.
The evidence is clear: our approach to tackling crime and its causes works. It’s driving down violence right across the capital.
New data shows our homicide rate is lower than every US state, while murder rates are at record lows.
The evidence is clear: our approach to tackling crime and its causes works. It’s driving down violence right across the capital.
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“The wand chooses the wizard.” 🪄
And in this case, it chose Oxford Street.
Congratulations to Warner Bros on the UK’s largest Harry Potter shop. Another brilliant new destination for the West End, and proof that Oxford Street is well and truly on the up.
And in this case, it chose Oxford Street.
Congratulations to Warner Bros on the UK’s largest Harry Potter shop. Another brilliant new destination for the West End, and proof that Oxford Street is well and truly on the up.
UK's largest Harry Potter shop comes to London's Oxford Street
Warner Bros says the flagship store will be inspired by magical Diagon Alley and open on 4 November.
www.bbc.co.uk
August 16, 2026 at 8:13 AM
“The wand chooses the wizard.” 🪄
And in this case, it chose Oxford Street.
Congratulations to Warner Bros on the UK’s largest Harry Potter shop. Another brilliant new destination for the West End, and proof that Oxford Street is well and truly on the up.
And in this case, it chose Oxford Street.
Congratulations to Warner Bros on the UK’s largest Harry Potter shop. Another brilliant new destination for the West End, and proof that Oxford Street is well and truly on the up.
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A decade ago, London had 90km of Cycleways. Today, that figure stands at 450km.
More Londoners than ever are choosing to cycle, proof that investment in safer cycling infrastructure is making a real difference.
More Londoners than ever are choosing to cycle, proof that investment in safer cycling infrastructure is making a real difference.
August 12, 2026 at 6:40 PM
A decade ago, London had 90km of Cycleways. Today, that figure stands at 450km.
More Londoners than ever are choosing to cycle, proof that investment in safer cycling infrastructure is making a real difference.
More Londoners than ever are choosing to cycle, proof that investment in safer cycling infrastructure is making a real difference.
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Devolution needs data to succeed: @ldncdo.bsky.social
Theo Blackwell explains why devolution requires data as well as powers and money; and why ‘practical devolution needs a centre that is more, not less, active in a rewired state’ to achieve this 🔽
futuregovforum.substack.com/p/devolution...
Theo Blackwell explains why devolution requires data as well as powers and money; and why ‘practical devolution needs a centre that is more, not less, active in a rewired state’ to achieve this 🔽
futuregovforum.substack.com/p/devolution...
Devolution needs data to succeed
By Theo Blackwell MBE, Chief Digital Officer for London
futuregovforum.substack.com
August 12, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Devolution needs data to succeed: @ldncdo.bsky.social
Theo Blackwell explains why devolution requires data as well as powers and money; and why ‘practical devolution needs a centre that is more, not less, active in a rewired state’ to achieve this 🔽
futuregovforum.substack.com/p/devolution...
Theo Blackwell explains why devolution requires data as well as powers and money; and why ‘practical devolution needs a centre that is more, not less, active in a rewired state’ to achieve this 🔽
futuregovforum.substack.com/p/devolution...
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Cheaper bus fares across the country are good for people's pockets - and the climate.
As we’ve seen in London through my fare freezes and the introduction of the Hopper fare, cheaper bus journeys mean more people choose public transport.
As we’ve seen in London through my fare freezes and the introduction of the Hopper fare, cheaper bus journeys mean more people choose public transport.
Government to restore £2 cap on bus fares in England
The government says the policy will "help with the cost of living and give people the breathing space they need"
www.bbc.co.uk
July 22, 2026 at 6:30 AM
Cheaper bus fares across the country are good for people's pockets - and the climate.
As we’ve seen in London through my fare freezes and the introduction of the Hopper fare, cheaper bus journeys mean more people choose public transport.
As we’ve seen in London through my fare freezes and the introduction of the Hopper fare, cheaper bus journeys mean more people choose public transport.
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No cheat codes needed - London is one of the world’s leading cities for games makers and the London Games Festival is a big part of that success.
Its move to the Business Design Centre will allow the festival to welcome even more international visitors.
www.gamesindustry.biz/london-games...
Its move to the Business Design Centre will allow the festival to welcome even more international visitors.
www.gamesindustry.biz/london-games...
London Games Festival moves to central venue for 2027 showcase
Games London centralises programme at the Business Design Centre to improve accessibility for international visitors
www.gamesindustry.biz
July 19, 2026 at 3:20 PM
No cheat codes needed - London is one of the world’s leading cities for games makers and the London Games Festival is a big part of that success.
Its move to the Business Design Centre will allow the festival to welcome even more international visitors.
www.gamesindustry.biz/london-games...
Its move to the Business Design Centre will allow the festival to welcome even more international visitors.
www.gamesindustry.biz/london-games...
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In the run up to #LondonDataWeek, it was a privilege to welcome representatives from over 20 cities to London for a
Google for Cities event discussing how better public/private partnerships can use data & AI to help build greener, cleaner, healthier cities for all.
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Google for Cities event discussing how better public/private partnerships can use data & AI to help build greener, cleaner, healthier cities for all.
@ldncdo.bsky.social
July 3, 2026 at 2:28 PM
In the run up to #LondonDataWeek, it was a privilege to welcome representatives from over 20 cities to London for a
Google for Cities event discussing how better public/private partnerships can use data & AI to help build greener, cleaner, healthier cities for all.
@ldncdo.bsky.social
Google for Cities event discussing how better public/private partnerships can use data & AI to help build greener, cleaner, healthier cities for all.
@ldncdo.bsky.social
Join us at London Data Week, starting tomorrow. 50+ events across the city - something for everyone! 👇👇👇
The AI revolution is here, and I want London to take advantage of its opportunities.
That’s why I’m working with partners, hosting over 50 fantastic free and low-cost events for London Data Week.
See what’s taking place from 6–12 July: londondataweek.org/ldw26-events/
That’s why I’m working with partners, hosting over 50 fantastic free and low-cost events for London Data Week.
See what’s taking place from 6–12 July: londondataweek.org/ldw26-events/
July 5, 2026 at 5:33 PM
Join us at London Data Week, starting tomorrow. 50+ events across the city - something for everyone! 👇👇👇
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Thank you, Tokyo 🇯🇵
London is looking East. In a changing world, building strong global connections is essential to secure the investment, high-skilled jobs, and innovation that will keep London competitive.
London is looking East. In a changing world, building strong global connections is essential to secure the investment, high-skilled jobs, and innovation that will keep London competitive.
June 19, 2026 at 3:22 PM
Thank you, Tokyo 🇯🇵
London is looking East. In a changing world, building strong global connections is essential to secure the investment, high-skilled jobs, and innovation that will keep London competitive.
London is looking East. In a changing world, building strong global connections is essential to secure the investment, high-skilled jobs, and innovation that will keep London competitive.
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London 🤝 Singapore.
This is what it looks like when two global powerhouses unite.
Delighted to be here to bang the drum for London and supercharge the strong ties between our countries.
This is what it looks like when two global powerhouses unite.
Delighted to be here to bang the drum for London and supercharge the strong ties between our countries.
June 14, 2026 at 3:32 PM
London 🤝 Singapore.
This is what it looks like when two global powerhouses unite.
Delighted to be here to bang the drum for London and supercharge the strong ties between our countries.
This is what it looks like when two global powerhouses unite.
Delighted to be here to bang the drum for London and supercharge the strong ties between our countries.
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Help shape the Mayor's AI and Jobs Taskforce to understand the impact of AI on Londoners’ jobs, and how we can support: what's AI actually doing to your work, your sector, your city? Take our @mayoroflondon.bsky.social survey; join the online discussion; RT! www.london.gov.uk/talk-london/...
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May 19, 2026 at 12:28 PM
Help shape the Mayor's AI and Jobs Taskforce to understand the impact of AI on Londoners’ jobs, and how we can support: what's AI actually doing to your work, your sector, your city? Take our @mayoroflondon.bsky.social survey; join the online discussion; RT! www.london.gov.uk/talk-london/...
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If you’ve chosen to live in the centre of the greatest city in the world, expect the nightlife to match.
June 9, 2026 at 3:06 PM
If you’ve chosen to live in the centre of the greatest city in the world, expect the nightlife to match.
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Support the young men in your life to recognise harmful content when they see it online.
Use our new conversation tool, the N.O.I.S.E check: www.london.gov.uk/ignore-the-n...
Use our new conversation tool, the N.O.I.S.E check: www.london.gov.uk/ignore-the-n...
June 3, 2026 at 11:11 AM
Support the young men in your life to recognise harmful content when they see it online.
Use our new conversation tool, the N.O.I.S.E check: www.london.gov.uk/ignore-the-n...
Use our new conversation tool, the N.O.I.S.E check: www.london.gov.uk/ignore-the-n...
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The manosphere is targeting young people online. Here’s how London’s fighting back.
June 2, 2026 at 8:10 PM
The manosphere is targeting young people online. Here’s how London’s fighting back.
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Being a teenager is tough at the best of times - now the manosphere is offering young men simple but harmful answers to their struggles.
I wrote for LBC about what tech companies and others must do to ensure we avoid a lost generation of young men.
I wrote for LBC about what tech companies and others must do to ensure we avoid a lost generation of young men.
A social media ban is the only way to protect boys from the Manosphere, writes Sadiq Khan | LBC
Until tech companies can prove that their platforms are safe for children, a ban is the only way to stem the harms we know are happening right now
www.lbc.co.uk
June 2, 2026 at 12:34 PM
Being a teenager is tough at the best of times - now the manosphere is offering young men simple but harmful answers to their struggles.
I wrote for LBC about what tech companies and others must do to ensure we avoid a lost generation of young men.
I wrote for LBC about what tech companies and others must do to ensure we avoid a lost generation of young men.
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Tech companies cannot keep turning a blind eye while harmful content is pushed to young people by algorithms designed to keep them hooked.
Until platforms can prove they are safe for children, a ban for under 16s is the only way to stem the harms we know are happening.
Until platforms can prove they are safe for children, a ban for under 16s is the only way to stem the harms we know are happening.
June 2, 2026 at 9:15 PM
Tech companies cannot keep turning a blind eye while harmful content is pushed to young people by algorithms designed to keep them hooked.
Until platforms can prove they are safe for children, a ban for under 16s is the only way to stem the harms we know are happening.
Until platforms can prove they are safe for children, a ban for under 16s is the only way to stem the harms we know are happening.
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The Soho Society's decision to oppose all new and extended license applications is the wrong one - it's bad for London.
June 1, 2026 at 6:49 PM
The Soho Society's decision to oppose all new and extended license applications is the wrong one - it's bad for London.
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My message to young men: ignore the noise online and trust your own voice.
June 2, 2026 at 6:16 AM
My message to young men: ignore the noise online and trust your own voice.
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Islington was painted red today, as generations of fans lined the streets to celebrate Arsenal men’s team winning the Premier League for the first time in 22 years, and the women’s team clinching the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup 🏆
May 31, 2026 at 6:15 PM
Islington was painted red today, as generations of fans lined the streets to celebrate Arsenal men’s team winning the Premier League for the first time in 22 years, and the women’s team clinching the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup 🏆
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The State of London Debate is back. Join us to discuss what’s ahead for London’s housing, policing, economy and more.
Be a part of the conversation online on Wednesday 3 June.
Be a part of the conversation online on Wednesday 3 June.
State of London Debate 2026
Your opportunity to put your questions to the main stage panel, including the Deputy Mayors, about the greatest city in the world – London.
www.london.gov.uk
May 29, 2026 at 6:20 AM
The State of London Debate is back. Join us to discuss what’s ahead for London’s housing, policing, economy and more.
Be a part of the conversation online on Wednesday 3 June.
Be a part of the conversation online on Wednesday 3 June.
Help shape the Mayor's AI and Jobs Taskforce to understand the impact of AI on Londoners’ jobs, and how we can support: what's AI actually doing to your work, your sector, your city? Take our @mayoroflondon.bsky.social survey; join the online discussion; RT! www.london.gov.uk/talk-london/...
www.london.gov.uk
May 19, 2026 at 12:28 PM
Help shape the Mayor's AI and Jobs Taskforce to understand the impact of AI on Londoners’ jobs, and how we can support: what's AI actually doing to your work, your sector, your city? Take our @mayoroflondon.bsky.social survey; join the online discussion; RT! www.london.gov.uk/talk-london/...
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Let it be clear: you are wanted here.
May 17, 2026 at 6:20 AM
Let it be clear: you are wanted here.
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"some of the people behind the accounts are motivated merely by money, others are backed by hostile states such as Russia and Iran."
"I mostly post to get a reaction for the sake of engagement which boosts my followers and money” says AI faker paid through Instagram's monetisation scheme. Learn more about the online outrage economy in this BBC report citing work by @london.gov.uk www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Anti-immigration AI videos traced to overseas fakers, BBC finds
www.bbc.co.uk
May 16, 2026 at 11:02 AM
"some of the people behind the accounts are motivated merely by money, others are backed by hostile states such as Russia and Iran."