He has outlasted five prime ministers, championed cleaner air policies and expanded free school meals — and says he still has the best job in the world. But Sadiq Khan has also faced rising concerns over crime, deep tensions around racism and policing in the capital, and fierce criticism from figures including Donald Trump, who once branded him “incompetent” and “disgusting”. As he marks a decade as Mayor of London, Khan speaks to Rachael Burford about his victories, setbacks and regrets.
It’s been an exciting — and noisy — week in north London (and in the Standard office), as Arsenal fans erupted in celebration after the club secured the Premier League title on Tuesday night, ending a 22-year wait. Turn to page 46 for our expert analysis of how they did it — and whether this could mark the start of a new era of dominance.
As we head into the long weekend, summer has finally arrived, and London’s parks and pub gardens are filling up fast. On page 39, Rose Beer speaks to beauty experts about getting your skin, body and feet ready for the sunshine, while Jessica Burrell shares her guide to dressing for a heatwave in the city. Have a wonderful bank holiday.
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Cover photographer: Charlie Clift