‘City Views’ Winner Announced: Bamidele, Farouk & Livia (bafalw) with Red Collective to Transform the Eastern City

‘City Views’ Winner Announced: Bamidele, Farouk & Livia (bafalw) with Red Collective to Transform the Eastern City Image: Bamidele, Farouk & Livia (bafalw) with Red Collective London Festival of Architecture (LFA), in collaboration with Eastern City BID and the City of London is delighted to announce Bamidele, Farouk & Livia…

A FIRST FOR THE CITY – LAUNCH OF THE CITY SAFE BUS

The City of London Police, in partnership with the Eastern City and Aldgate Connect Business Improvement Districts, has launched the City Safe Bus – the first initiative of its kind in the Square Mile. The City Safe Bus is a converted former ambulance and  will be situated next to…

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…

Be the Change: Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Training

Help make your workplace safer with Be the Change — a free, 30‑minute online course from Our Safer City via Fleet Street Quarter that helps you recognise, prevent, and respond to sexual harassment at work. It covers the changes in legislation and identifies some of the grey areas which can…

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…

Broadworks Impact Review Published: Pioneering New Insights into Cultural and Social Value in The City

Broadworks Impact Review Published: Pioneering New Insights into Cultural and Social Value in The City Eastern City BID is proud to publish the Broadworks Impact Review, a landmark study evidencing the social, cultural and economic value generated by creative activation in the Square Mile. Developed in collaboration with leading property developer Landsec and…

City BIDs Launch Free Digital Learning Hub SEEDL

City BIDs offer local businesses free access to pioneering learning hub, in partnership with SEEDL The five City of London Business Improvement Districts – Fleet Street Quarter, Eastern City, Culture Mile, Cheapside Business Alliance, and Aldgate Connect – today announced the launch of their learning platform, in partnership with SEEDL.

City BIDs sponsor City AM’s Toast The City Awards

The City of London is not only the country’s financial heart – home to 600,000 workers and 47million visitors a year – it’s also a thriving hub for world class restaurants, bars, and cultural projects. City AM, in partnership with the five City Business Improvement Districts, has launched the…

CITY BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS PLEDGE FUNDING TO HELP PREVENT “BRIDGE” SUICIDES

Four City Business Improvement Districts have joined forces with the Ascension Trust to help prevent suicides on and around the City of London bridges. Eastern City, Culture Mile, Aldgate Connect and Cheapside Business Alliance have each pledged £10,000 to Bridgewatch, which will be used for training purposes and funding volunteers.

City of London Police Cluster Panel Meetings

These meetings are an opportunity for the local business community to sit down with Police and Local Government Officials to share their concerns and help them respond to their needs by setting local policing priorities across the Square Mile. The meetings are also an opportunity to be briefed on current…

City Views: Design Competition Enhancing the Eastern City

London Festival of Architecture in collaboration with Eastern City BID and the City of London, has launched ‘City Views‘—a design competition inviting architects, designers, and artists to reimagine the public realm in the Eastern City. With a focus on wayfinding and connectivity, the competition seeks innovative proposals that improve access…

Clean City Awards Scheme 2025/26 – applications now open!

The Clean City Awards Scheme (CCAS), led by the City of London Corporation are now open! The scheme celebrates environmental excellence in the Square Mile – recognising businesses leading the way in sustainability. Award applications are only open to CCAS members based in the City of London. Have you undertaken…

Eastern City BID Proud to Support ‘Proudspeaker’ by ooo office – Winner of the 2025 Pride Float Competition

Eastern City BID Proud to Support ‘Proudspeaker’ by ooo office – Winner of the 2025 Pride Float Competition A Bold Monument to Queer Voice and Visibility Eastern City BID is delighted to support Proudspeaker by ooo office, the winning design of the 2025 Pride Float Competition—a powerful celebration of queer…

Eastern City BID Supports Providence Row During Homeless Action Week

As part of Homeless Action Week, Eastern City BID is proud to support our Charity Partner of the Year, Providence Row, as they launch their Winter Safe Spaces Appeal — part of the #TheMileBetweenUs campaign. Located just a mile from the City, Providence Row has been tackling homelessness and poverty…

Eastern City BID Supports We Can Be 2026

The Lord Mayor’s Appeal has announced the launch of We Can Be 2026, with Eastern City BID subsidising participation for local businesses, supporting with event running costs and volunteering for facilitator duties throughout the afternoon. We Can Be was created in response to research showing that young women are often…

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 Business Improvement District Partners With City Of London Corporation To Launch Jubilee Gardens

A green gem in the heart of the City was this week unveiled at the official opening of the newly reimagined Jubilee Gardens. The Eastern City BID partnered with the City of London Corporation to transform this once uninviting and under utilised space into a welcoming, sustainable and bio-diverse garden,…

Eastern City Business Survey 2025

The Eastern City Business Improvement District (BID) is a private, not-for-profit organisation funded and governed by local businesses to deliver a range of projects that enhance the area for those who work here and visit. We provide an additional, entirely separate service to the City of London Corporation with a focus on:…

Eastern City Community Fund 2025: Supporting Local Change

Eastern City Community Fund 2025: Supporting Local Change The Eastern City Community Fund, in partnership with ActionFunder, is proud to announce the latest round of funding awarded to nine outstanding community projects across East London. Now in its third round, the fund continues to back grassroots initiatives that bring people…

Eastern City Community Fund 2026

We’re pleased to announce our new Eastern City Community Fund 2026. Working with ActionFunder for the fourth year, £40,000 funding is available for non-profits in the City of London and Tower Hamlets who are working on or aiming to support the local community. Grants of up to £5,000 will be…

Eastern City Community Fund 25

We’re pleased to announce our new Eastern City Community Fund 2025. £50,000 funding is available for non-profits in the City of London and Tower Hamlets who are working on/ aiming to support the local community. Grants of up to £6,500 are available for community groups and charities of all shapes…

EASTERN CITY CYCLE MEDICS KEEPING PEOPLE SAFE AND SECURE AT CHRISTMAS

Following the success of last year’s initiative, the Eastern City Business Improvement District (BID), along with the City River Partnership, has sponsored and paid for two cycle response medics who will be deployed in the area to assist any member of the public in difficulty or distress. Over the 2023…

Eastern City Festive Pick & Mix Cart

Come visit our winter pop-up stops in the Eastern City that we’re bringing to spread some festive cheer! Our sweet pick & mix cart will make its way around the footprint on a decorated tricycle, stopping at key locations to hand out free seasonal treats. To enhance the experience, a…

Eastern City Insiders

Eastern City BID are delighted to announce the launch of our members-only events programme which is open to our levy paying business community. To launch in April, we are kicking of the programme with a bang by hosting an exclusive private mastercooking class with Gordon Ramsay Academy. Other events that…

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…

Eastern City Restaurant Awarded Michelin Star

Huge congratulations to our neighbours at Restaurant Gordon Ramsay High on being awarded its first 1 star Michelin status the Michelin Guide Awards for Great Britain & Ireland! An exceptional achievement, and perfectly timed with the release of Being Gordon Ramsay, the recently launched Netflix documentary series. What a brilliant…

EASTERN CITY’S CYCLE MEDICS SHORTLISTED FOR PRESTIGIOUS SECURITY AWARDS

The City of London Cycle Medics initiative, funded by the Eastern City Business Improvement, has been shortlisted for the 2026 Outstanding Security Performance Awards. The scheme, which began in May 2025, involves St John Ambulance cycle response medics  being deployed alongside the City of London Police who together patrol the…

EASTERN CITY’S CYCLE MEDICS WIN PRESTIGIOUS SECURITY AWARD

The City of London Cycle Medics initiative, funded by the Eastern City Business Improvement District, has won the ‘Outstanding Security Partnership’ category at this year’s OSPAs (Outstanding Security Performance Awards).   The scheme, which began in May 2025, involves cycle response medics from St John Ambulance deploying alongside the City…

Enhancing Safety in the City’s Night-Time Economy

As part of the Our Safer City initiative, taxi marshals are stationed at Liverpool Street every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 9pm to 1am. Their role is to support the safe, smooth and responsible movement of people across the City at night, ensuring that workers, residents and visitors have access…

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…

Explore The Future Financial Workplace Conference

We are delighted to share that Eastern City BID’s CEO Kate Hart will be a speaker at the Financial Workplace26 London Conference. The Financial Workplace26 London Conference is an exclusive, senior-level conference dedicated to the future of work within the financial services sector. Taking place on 24 March 2026 at M&G’s…

Free Suicide Awareness & Prevention Training March 2026

Eastern City BID has recently partnered with Bridge Watch, the charity that helps prevent suicide in the City, particularly on and around its five bridges. With thousands of workers travelling in and out of the City each day, they can act as “eyes and ears” and are likely to be…

Free Suicide Prevention & Awareness Training for Eastern City Businesses

Free Suicide Prevention & Awareness Training for Eastern City Businesses One in five people have suicidal thoughts, one in 14 people self-harm and one in 15 people attempt suicide. Making sure that those who need support are able to access it in a timely manner is crucial to being able…

Help shape the identity of the Eastern City — and you could win a luxury experience

The Eastern City BID is launching a short, anonymous survey inviting everyone who works in the district to share their views on what the area means, how it’s experienced, and what could be improved. Responses will play a key role in shaping the future of this vibrant part of the…

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…

Independent report highlights Providence Row Psychotherapy Service’s significant contribution in restoring hope and rebuilding lives for people facing homelessness in London

LONDON, 30 JANUARY 2026 – Following the highest levels of rough sleeping ever recorded in the capital, the findings of an independent two-year evaluation of Providence Row’s award-winning ‘A Place Within’ (APW) outreach psychotherapy service were released last night. The report demonstrates that by restoring hope and rebuilding the ability…

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…

Medics keep the Eastern City safe over the festive period

To ensure that the public’s experience of the Eastern City over the festive period was a safe and positive one, for 11 nights in November and December we funded a team of cycle medics from St John Ambulance to patrol The City and assist the injured or vulnerable. Working directly…

New Approved Developments Shaping Eastern City’s Future

Eastern City continues to evolve as one of London’s most dynamic and globally significant business districts. A series of recently approved developments will bring forward new workplaces, public realm improvements and sustainable design. These developments reflect the ongoing transformation of the City, responding to changing ways of working, growing demand…

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…

Notice for the Eastern City Annual General Meeting

The Eastern City BID invites you to our Annual General Meeting. Representatives from levy-paying businesses are classed as ‘members’ for the purposes of the meeting and are eligible to vote on company matters. Date: Tuesday 16th September Time: 18:00-18:30 Location: Isaac Newton Room, XCHG, 22 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ Please…

OVER 3000 PHONES MARKED THANKS TO THE CITY BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS

OVER 3000 PHONES MARKED THANKS TO THE CITY BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICTS Free phone marking sessions run by the five City of London Business Improvement Districts, in partnership with the City of London Police, has resulted in more than 3000 phones marked to help combat the increase in mobile phone theft.

Phone Marking Sessions Helping Combat Mobile Theft

The Eastern City has partnered with the City of London Police to run free phone marking events to help combat the increase in mobile phone theft. To make stolen phones traceable and strengthen the criminal case against thieves when arrested, these discreet and unique stickers help police to quickly identify…

Properties For Meanwhile Activation

The Eastern City Business Improvement District is calling on property owners to join a transformative partnership to unlock the potential of vacant spaces, converting underused spaces into thriving centres of activity which enhance the area and benefits everyone working, living and visiting this amazing City. Supported by the City…

St John Ambulance London Cycle Response Unit, City of London Police and Local Businesses Announce Enhanced Partnership to Boost Safety in the Square Mile

St John Ambulance London Cycle Response Unit, City of London Police and Local Businesses Announce Enhanced Partnership to Boost Safety in the Square Mile The City of London Police (COLP) and the St John Ambulance London Cycle Response Unit (SJA CRU) have strengthened their long-standing collaboration with a new partnership…

Staying safe in the Eastern City

The Eastern City BID is committed to ensuring that everyone who lives, works, and spends time in the area feels safe and supported. Working closely with the City of London Police, St John Ambulance, and local charities, we fund and coordinate a range of initiatives that enhance wellbeing, deter crime,…

Supporting Providence Row this Christmas

This Christmas, the Eastern City community is coming together to support Providence Row, a local charity that has been helping people affected by homelessness and vulnerability in East London since 1860. Through a series of initiatives, events, and volunteering opportunities, we’re encouraging everyone — residents, workers, and visitors — to…

Supporting Providence Row’s Winter Activity

Providence Row x Eastern City BID Winter Activity Round-Up (November–December 2025) As winter takes grip, the need across the Square Mile and neighbouring boroughs continues to rise. Recent data shows that nearly 500 people were recorded sleeping rough across the City of London and Tower Hamlets, with increasing levels of…

Tackling Mobile Phone Theft in the City: Watch How Phone Marking Is Making a Difference

Eastern City BID is working closely with the City of London Police to help reduce mobile phone theft — one of the most common crimes affecting workers and visitors in the Square Mile. As part of this initiative, free phone marking sessions have been held across the area, allowing…

TfL Works Notification: A10 Bishopsgate Blue Barrier Removal (22 April – 2 July 2025)

TfL Works Notification: A10 Bishopsgate Blue Barrier Removal (22 April – 2 July 2025) Transport for London (TfL) will begin works along the A10 Bishopsgate corridor from 22 April to 2 July 2025, removing the existing blue pedestrian barriers and replacing them with bolt-down kerbs. These changes form part of…

The Eastern City BID Announces £100,000 Funding and Two-Year Partnership with Providence Row

The Eastern City BID Announces £100,000 Funding and Two-Year Partnership with Providence Row The Eastern City Business Improvement District (BID) is proud to announce a two-year partnership with local homelessness charity Providence Row, accompanied by a £100,000 funding commitment. As part of this partnership, Providence Row has been named Eastern…

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…

The Longest Month Challenge with Providence Row

Keep moving in March because winter isn’t over. Help someone affected by homelessness to begin their journey to recovery today. This March, our charity partners Providence Row invite you to take on The Longest Month Challenge and move for a mission that matters. Whether you walk, run, cycle or swim,…

The Observatory Presents – A New Immersive Art and Wellness Space in the Eastern City

The free entry digital art and virtual reality experience will open its doors in Old Broad Street, in the heart of the City of London on 6 January, a unique antidote to the January blues Produced by Creative Giants, the project is sponsored by the Eastern City Business Improvement District…

The Power of Different

We are proud to support The Power of Different, a pioneering 2025 art initiative exploring the experiences of neurodivergent individuals and those living with long-term health conditions, through the mediums of dance and storytelling. This ground-breaking project unites young people and adults with lived experience, acclaimed artists and leading scientists…

TV STAR DERMOT O’LEARY SWITCHES ON LIGHTS FOR THE CITY’S TALLEST CHRISTMAS TREE

Daytime television Legend Dermot O’Leary lit up the Eastern City – literally – by switching on its tallest Christmas tree yesterday. The  massive 67 foot tree, situated outside Pan Pacific Hotel London, is the latest edition to the iconic City skyline and is part of the Eastern City Business Improvement…

Vote for your Eastern City Community Hero

Vote for your Eastern City Community Hero Do you know someone who makes the City a better place just by being in it? The five City Business Improvement Districts (BIDs), Aldgate Connect, Cheapside Business Alliance, Culture Mile BID, Eastern City BID and Fleet Street Quarter are coming together to shine…

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.

Wayfinding made easy thanks to City Views Installations

Four innovative and creative wayfinding totems have been installed in front of the main viewing galleries as part of a collaborative project with the London Festival of Architecture, the Eastern City Business Improvement District and the City of London corporation This collection of architectural street furniture will connect the viewing…