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Local government in London

  • City of LondonThe Roman legions established a settlement known as Londinium on the current site of the City of London around AD 43. Its bridge over the River Thames turned…
  • Lord Mayor of LondonThe office of Mayor was instituted in 1189, the first holder being Henry Fitz-Ailwin de Londonestone. This civic role has existed for over eight centuries…