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Sun, 17 May 2026

Sun, 17 May 2026 How can the PM improve the lives of Londoners?

The BBC Politics London show asks three bodies which policies could improve Londoners' lives.

* Scrap the two-child benefit cap, as welcomed by Labour
* Reform the local housing allowance to alleviate poverty and improve living conditions
* Increase fiscal devolution to the Mayor of London, allowing them to raise 70% of their budget directly, similar to New York's mayor
* Address uncertainty over tax and regulation for small businesses
* Implement policies to break down socioeconomic barriers and address cost of living issues