Boris Johnson and London Councils sign City Charter agreement  

Mayor of London Boris Johnson and London Councils today agreed a new set of principles that will enable them to work together more effectively in delivering first class services to all Londoners.

The 'Memorandum of Understanding Opens in a new window' sets out clear guidance for future working that will ensure improved relationships across all of London government, resulting in a better service for the public.

The Mayor and Chairman of London Councils, Councillor Merrick Cockell, signed the new agreement today during the Mayor's first appearance at the London Councils Leaders Committee. The Mayor addressed the committee and underlined his commitment to working closely with London's borough Leaders.

The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, said:

"I am very pleased that we have agreed a positive new approach to working together. I originally met with London Councils and borough leaders a few weeks ago to start the process so I am utterly impressed by the speed at which we have agreed this understanding.

"Over the next few months we will build on this and deliver a City Charter for London which will look at a wide range of important policy areas that can make a real difference to governance in the capital. We are all committed to serving Londoners in the best way possible and I am confident that the London City Charter will achieve maximum results for all Londoners. "