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A Public Realm Vision for the Eastern City

A Public Realm Vision for the Eastern City

A Public Realm Vision for the Eastern City An ambitious and inspirational vision for the future of public spaces in the Square Mile’s tall building cluster has been unveiled today. The new Public Realm Vision, published by the Eastern City Business Improvement District (EC BID) following 10 months of collaborative…

Broadworks by Hive Curates

Broadworks by Hive Curates

The EC BID has worked in partnership with Landsec and the charity Hive Curates to deliver a new cultural hub for the Eastern City. By activating previously empty shop units “Broadworks” at 55 Old Broad Street has created 10 new affordable studios, a gallery, shop and exhibition space for artists…

Eastern City Business Improvement District Launches EC Community Fund to Support Diverse Initiatives

Eastern City Business Improvement District Launches EC Community Fund to Support Diverse Initiatives

In a bold move towards fostering community development and addressing pressing social and environmental issues, the Eastern City Business Improvement District (ECBID) has launched the EC Community Fund with ActionFunder. The fund, worth a total amount of £40,000, aims to support a range of impactful projects led by non-profit organisations.

Eastern City Lights Up The Streets With Londons Tallest Christmas Tree

Eastern City Lights Up The Streets With Londons Tallest Christmas Tree

A massive 67 foot Christmas tree – the tallest in London – will be the latest edition to the iconic City skyline when it is unveiled next month as part of the Eastern City Business Improvement District’s Festival of Light Campaign. The Eastern City tree will be erected outside the…

Exclusive ESG Forum in City of London: Finance Leaders To Shape Responsible Growth

Exclusive ESG Forum in City of London: Finance Leaders To Shape Responsible Growth

In a world where economic growth often comes at the cost of our planet, business leaders must strike a delicate balance between profitability and making a genuine, positive impact. The challenge? Moving beyond empty promises, and superficial PR campaigns to a place where actions speak louder, and growth is driven by ethical…

Improvements to Creechurch Lane Streetscape

Improvements to Creechurch Lane Streetscape

The City of London Corporation, with support and part-funding from the Eastern City, are consulting on plans to enhance the pedestrian environment along Creechurch Lane between Leadenhall Street and Mitre Street. Full details are available here  but in summary the proposed changes are as follows: A raised crossing at…

Making the Eastern City a cleaner place to visit

Making the Eastern City a cleaner place to visit

The trial of an enhanced street cleaning service is currently being delivered by the Eastern City Business Improvement District in partnership with the City of London Corporation to make the area a cleaner and more inviting place to work and visit. Data from the Corporation, an audit by Keep Britain…

New night safety medical support programme in the Eastern City

New night safety medical support programme in the Eastern City

CALL THE MEDICS!  FESTIVE MERRY-MAKERS  WILL BE SUPPORTED THANKS TO EC BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT An extensive new night safety medical support programme to assist the City of London Police and London Ambulance Service has today been announced by the Eastern City Business Improvement District with the aim of keeping  revellers…

The Eastern City Unveils Vision for the Future of its Public Spaces

The Eastern City Unveils Vision for the Future of its Public Spaces

The Eastern City Business Improvement District (BID) has unveiled an ambitious new public realm vision that provides a glimpse into the future of the area’s public spaces. The vision aims to create a more welcoming, green, accessible and vibrant neighbourhood for workers, residents and visitors through a series of urban…

Watch our offical light switch-on for London’s tallest Christmas tree

Watch our offical light switch-on for London’s tallest Christmas tree

Watch the latest video of our official light switch-on for London’s tallest Christmas tree, with global superstar Dame Joan Collins.