Parts of central London and the City resembled a ghost town after the government ordered people to stay at home in March.

Empty offices 'should be turned into affordable homes', says Ed Davey

The concourse at London's Waterloo station - which is one of the capital's busiest - during the rush hour, as workers are being encouraged to return to their offices, with a Government PR blitz commencing this week reminding people about the efforts taken to make workplaces "Covid-secure".

Catherine McGuinness said: "We are disappointed at the blanket call for office workers to return to working from home where possible."

Coronavirus: City boss 'disappointed' over return to working from home

What now for London’s night time economy after Covid restrictions were tightened? 

What now for London’s economy after restrictions were tightened?

The Prime Minister announced a 10pm curfew for the hospitality trade and stricter mask wearing rules for staff and customers.

Businesses in PM's constituency fear financial ruin from lockdown curb

A woman wearing a protective face mask passes a boarded up pub painted with a 'stay strong' mural, in central London, as further coronavirus lockdown restrictions are lifted in England.

Dr Sanam Mallick said it was proven masks help slow the spread of coronavirus by protecting the person wearing it and those around them.

GP backs mayor's call to increase use of face coverings

But businesses have told ITV News London any kind of second lockdown or curfew will be “disastrous” and some will simply not recover.

Will a curfew spell disaster for London's struggling businesses?

The former Tottenham youth player is now launching a new clothing range, helped by some of his friends in the game.

Meet the footballer launching clothing range inspired by African culture

The proposals mean 35% of roles could be lost across the airport. A consultation has begun with staff on ways of reducing costs, including through voluntary redundancy.

London City Airport: Up to 239 jobs at risk in 'crucial restructuring plan'

Heathrow has started consulting with unions over pay cuts in a process which could lead to job losses.

Jobs at risk as Heathrow begins consulting with unions over pay cuts

Aberfeldy Street was transformed by The London Mural Company into a colourful, vibrant corner of the East End. The work took over 600 litres of paint and 200 spray cans to complete  


Aberfeldy Street was transformed by The London Mural Company into a colourful, vibrant corner of the East End. The work took over 600 litres of paint to complete.

East End street given makeover to boost business during lockdown

Will businesses that once thrived under railway arches survive Covid?

Will businesses that once thrived under railway arches survive?

Martin Stew spent the morning in Balham and the afternoon in Holborn to see the difference.

London's 'bagel recovery': Suburbs thrive as city centre struggles

Some businesses claim they will be worse off under plans to make them pay higher beer taxes.

Trouble brewing? Tax hike leaves small breweries with a bitter taste

ugly apples donated to make cider at Hawkes Brewery London (c) ITV NEWS

Eight donated apples including Royal Gala, Braeburn and Bramley go into every bottle. They are washed and squashed in Bermondsey to produce the juice.

Waste not, want not! 'Ugly' and unwanted apples pressed into cider

Campaign to not forget beauty industry in lockdown (INSTAGRAM)

In July, plans to lift restrictions on face-to-face treatments were abandoned after an increase in coronavirus cases. But campaigners say their industry isn't being treated fairly and it's a big part of the economy.

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