
Boris Johnson has bowed out of City Hall after an eight-year stint in control of political decisions in Britain?s capital.
And with a new replacement imminent, we?ve put together a breakdown of his would-be successors to determine the impact they?ll have for businesses should the plea for power be a triumph.Aside from a fallout with prime minister David Cameron over the ongoing EU Referendum debate, Johnson?s most notable move this year has been the reveal of a plan to take 800 London-based SMEs global with an agenda to support worldwide expansion. But what can the other candidates bring to the table? ????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? Sian Berry, GreensDo you feel like you have enough info to make a decision on who the next London mayor should be? #LondonMayor2016
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Born into wealth, Zac Goldsmith?s father was billionaire businessman James Goldsmith. Having grown up in the capital, Goldsmith started his career as a journalist prior to moving into politics and hopes to continue holding the torch for the Conservatives following Johnson?s eight-year run. As MP for Richmond Park and North Kingston, Goldsmith is focused on community appeal, having supported local projects, he wants to expand that mantra for London to bring families together, support young adults and cut pollution.
Business agenda:
Slashing red tape is on Goldsmith?s radar as he looks to provide startups a simplified environment that makes things easier for business growth.
Creation of a Business Advisory Group, the members of which would be nominated by business leaders and entrepreneurs.
While he will champion the night tube created by Johnson, Goldsmith also plans to deliver fast broadband to offer commuters seamless connectivity through TfL?s 560km of routes.
Continue reading on the next page to hear what controversial candidates including former Big Brother contestant George Galloway and UKIP’s Peter Whittle have planned.
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