Oxford Street Consultation Report Published
Oxford Street consultation report published: what it means for Fitzrovia? TfL has published its consultation report on proposed transport and highway changes linked to the planned pedestrianisation of Oxford Street between Orchard Street and Great Portland Street. The report sets out the case for change, the feedback received during consultation, and TfL’s response. It runs to more […]
Our 2025 in Review
Have Your Say – Overnight Visitor Levy Consultation
The Government is consulting on a new power for Mayoral Strategic Authorities, including the Greater London Authority, to introduce a visitor levy on overnight stays. This would apply to places people pay to stay overnight for a short period. That includes hotels, hostels, bed and breakfasts, serviced apartments, and short term holiday lets listed on platforms like Airbnb. The […]
New Design Competition to Transform Fitzrovia’s Wayfinding Launches
We’re pleased to be collaborating with London Festival of Architecture to launch Find Fitzrovia, a new design competition to encourage wayfinding across our footprint. This competition comes in the third year of a four-year initiative between both organisations. The competition is open to emerging architects, designers and artists to create a playful trail of visual […]
Fitzmas in Alfred Place Gardens
Join us for a Festive Lunchtime Celebration in Fitzrovia Thursday 4 December, 12:00pm – 4:00pm in Alfred Place Gardens, WC1E 7EU Take a break from the day and step into the festive spirit as Alfred Place Gardens becomes a welcoming seasonal spot filled with music, treats and cheer. The Fitzrovia Partnership is bringing Fitzmas to […]
Autumn Budget 2025 & OBR outlook
The Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her Autumn Budget, against the backdrop of a leaked Office for Budget Responsibility’s (OBR) outlook showing modest growth, weaker productivity and a tax burden rising to a record share of GDP. For businesses, the Budget brings a rebalanced business rates system with permanently lower multipliers for retail, hospitality and leisure […]
Supporting businesses through policy change
A few weeks ago we hosted our latest professional networking event at FORA, bringing together members and local employers to discuss recent government policy changes and what they mean for businesses in Fitzrovia. The session explored the implications of National Insurance adjustments, updates to employment law and the proposed changes to business rates due to […]
Spring Statement 2025
Implications for Businesses and BIDs The UK Government’s Spring Statement 2025, delivered on 26 March by Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves MP, outlined its Plan for Change – a strategy to drive economic growth, invest in public services, and strengthen national infrastructure. Key measures, such as investment in skills, planning reform, and infrastructure, have […]
