New Mayor is the chance for new style of London government 

London Councils Chairman Councillor Merrick Cockell met with Boris Johnson, the new Mayor of London, a few days after his victory.

They spend some time discussing some of the big issues facing the capital, and opportunities for closer collaboration between the Mayor, the GLA and the boroughs.

Commenting on Boris Johnson's victory, Councillor Cockell said:

"Throughout his campaign Boris Johnson has argued that London's mayor will achieve most when he works in partnership with the boroughs. Londoners have endorsed his approach and London Councils is ready with practical ideas to support his ambition.

"From increasing affordable housing to tackling crime, Londoners' common aspirations need different approaches in different communities. People want to know that the decisions affecting their local community are taken in the open, and by people that understand their community. Most importantly, they want solutions tailored to their community.

"London boroughs have a record of meeting these demands. Now we can go further. London's councils are the best performing in England. We have the talent to turn that opportunity into results.

"I look forward to developing practical ways of forging a more inclusive approach. I am confident that in the coming weeks we can lay the foundations for a partnership that will deliver more for Londoners."