Greenwich bids to be next London Borough of Culture

The Royal Borough of Greenwich has submitted a bid to become the next London Borough of Culture (LBoC).

The LBoC award offers the winning borough £1.35 million of GLA funding to run a year-long programme of cultural events.

Councillor Adel Khaireh, Cabinet Member for Equality, Culture and Communities, said: “Our bid to make Royal Greenwich the London Borough of Culture is in.

“With the help of local residents, over 150 local creative organisations and artists and our young people’s advisory group, we’ve developed a bid programme that celebrates the unique stories of the people who make Royal Greenwich such an outstanding borough.

“We thank each and every person who collaborated with us on this exciting bid.

“The benefits of winning are endless. It would boost our local creative economy, create career opportunities, make inspirational experiences accessible to local people and improve health and wellbeing.

“And by celebrating our cultures together, we can promote equality and understanding and strengthen our communities.