There will be two main press points (and a photo opportunity in the Guildhall Yard) and as usual, to gain access photographers and TV crews must apply in advance for accreditation.

Introducing the 2009 Lord Mayor’s Show

On Saturday 14 November, following in the footsteps of his predecessors, the 682nd Lord Mayor of London’s first duty will be to embark on a procession from Mansion House to the Royal Courts as part of the Lord Mayor’s Show.

In a tradition dating back to 1215 and enshrined in the charter of King John, each new Lord Mayor is required to swear a pledge of allegiance to the Sovereign in front of the Lord Chief Justice and Judges of the Queen’s Bench Division. An established highlight of London’s social calendar, the Lord Mayor’s Show attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors every year.

For more information please see the introduction to the 2009 Show.

New Lord Mayor elected for City of London

The City today elected Nick Anstee as the 682nd Lord Mayor of the City of London, to serve from Friday 13 November. Alderman Nick Anstee, who served as Sheriff of the City 2003-2004, is an eminent City figure, a senior director of the international law firm SJ Berwin and chartered accountant with a long-standing commitment to public service. His charitable appeal ‘Pitch Perfect’ will be on behalf of the London Symphony Orchestra and the Cricket Foundation. The aim of the Appeal is to bring musical and sporting opportunities to young people in the disadvantaged boroughs of East London.

For more information

For further information about these or any other subjects, or to arrange an interview with Dominic Reid, please contact Lesley Mair at the City of London Press Office on 020 7332 1754 or by email.

The City website is at www.cityoflondon.gov.uk