City of London

The "City of London" appears in these articles in two distinct contexts. First, it refers to the City of London Corporation, the governing body of the square mile in London, specifically in relation to a legal challenge regarding transgender people's access to single-sex facilities at Hampstead Heath ponds, which the City manages. Second, it is used as shorthand for the UK's financial services sector, centered in London. This sector is newsworthy due to several factors: Keir Starmer has ruled out including financial services in EU alignment talks, a move welcomed by City lobbyists. Furthermore, the sector faces scrutiny regarding AI risks, with MPs criticizing regulators for a slow response. Finally, City & Guilds, a vocational training organization, is under investigation by the Charity Commission regarding executive bonuses and the sale of its business arm, adding to the financial news landscape. These events highlight the City's ongoing role in legal, political, and economic discussions.