Festus Akinbusoye: I’m more fun than Cleverly
The Conservatives are on the hunt for their candidate for the London mayor elections in 2028. Mauricio Alencar spoke to one Sir James Cleverly’s challengers, Festus Akinbusoye. Festus Akinbusoye imagines what a London under his leadership would look like: outdoor cinemas set up by London’s beauty spots, thousands more police officers on the streets, celebrities [...]
Conservative Party contender Festus Akinbusoye, a Sir James Cleverly challenger, shares his vision for London's future. He imagines outdoor cinemas, increased policing, celebrity appearances, and a booming economy across the capital. Facing multiple challenges, Akinbusoye, who was only elected in May, emphasizes his "authentic" persona, extensive life experiences, entrepreneurial background, and pro-fun and pro-business stance.
He criticizes current licensing rules and argues that business costs are the main issue for London's businesses. Akinbusoye suggests keeping at least 50% of the income tax revenue generated locally for city councils, rather than taking it all under potential devolution plans.
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