London has a two-tier system of local and regional government. The 32 boroughs and the City of London (often referred to as the 33rd borough) deliver most of the day-to-day services that keep the capital ticking, while the Greater London Authority plays a strategic role, setting out an overall vision on a range of issues including air quality, policing, development, transport and waste.

Visit the links below to find out detail about government structures and personnel:

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  London government directory
  The online directory of all London councillors and chief officers
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  The essential guide to London local government 
  Outlines the roles of the bodies involved in delivering services to Londoners. It explains what they do, how they're run and where they fit in with one another
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  Publications
  Including the Survey of Londoners from 2000 to 2007
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  Political Map of London
  We have the 2010 and 2007 versions, the 2012 will be available shortly
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  Borough maps and profiles
  Get key demographics information about each of the London boroughs
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  Inner and outer London
  Find out which boroughs are classed as 'inner' and 'outer' London
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  Remuneration of London's councillors reports
  Find out what London's councillors are paid for their role