Opponents from the Newham Independents group slammed the plans, saying they would increase strain on already struggling families
Sir Sadiq Khan has welcomed new powers that will allow him to impose a levy on overnight stays in the capital
The Greater London Authority is in its 'toughest and most uncertain position' ahead of Rachel Reeves' Budget.
As the Town Hall mulls further savings, interim chief executive Paul Martin says 15 years of austerity have made it difficult to identify uncontroversial cuts
Savings include axing festival lights and street decorations for cultural celebrations such as Christmas and Eid
'We make no apologies for what we are doing and we will continue engaging with our residents to explain what we are intending to do'