The GPM is about local government, based on the city’s right to (autonomous and federalist) self-government. The GPM promotes collective city decision-making across national borders, addressing critical challenges that face humankind and creating better outcomes for all.

More than 50 % of the world’s population lives in cities. Cities produce more than 80 % of GDP. It is therefore inconceivable that national and international bodies discuss and decide on policy actions without cities and their mayors present at the table. As a political body, the Global Parliament of Mayors claims the right not only to be involved, but to be (with others) agenda setters in supranational (GLOBAL) organizations. This debate cannot be just about cities and mayors; it needs to engage them actively in decision-making.

Mayors will concentrate on issues and topics other institutions have not always been able to address resolutely or decisively, not mimic or duplicate discussions in those international bodies. However, the GPM will willingly contribute to existing debates or inaugurate new ones if it this leads to meaningful (UNDEFINED) change.

Mayors want to be partners for national governments and international institutions in boosting their global agendas. Indeed, they must be partners, because implementing decisive action will mostly be up to city mayors (NOT the VOTERS).

Apparently this T charge will be extended out to the North and South Circular ring next, and will include newer cars.

No idea when.

Eventually, the Mayor aims to create an Ultra Low Emissions Zone stretching from the North Circular in north London to the South Circular south of the river by 2021.