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What we do

Driving change through local projects

Central District Alliance delivers a range of impactful projects that enhance our district and support our community. From improving public spaces and fostering business growth to promoting safety and sustainability, each initiative is designed to create a vibrant and thriving environment for businesses, residents, and visitors alike.

Explore our projects to see how we’re shaping the future of Bloomsbury, Clerkenwell, Farringdon, Holborn, and St Giles. Together, we’re building a stronger, more connected district.

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Project areas

Environmental Services

CDA ensures clean, welcoming neighbourhoods by providing additional street cleaning, litter collection, and graffiti removal. Through partnerships with local authorities, we enhance the area’s environment, including introducing electric-assisted vehicles for eco-friendly service.

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Community Safety

Our dedicated safety patrols provide visible reassurance, addressing crime and antisocial behaviour across the district. In collaboration with the Metropolitan Police and local councils, we foster a safer environment, focusing on high-traffic commuter areas and night-time economies​.

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Placemaking

CDA transforms public spaces to promote community engagement and economic activity. Working with stakeholders, we create vibrant, multifunctional areas that reflect each neighbourhood’s unique character, with a focus on enhancing pedestrian experience and introducing green, climate-resilient infrastructure​.

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Environmental, Social & Governance

CDA integrates ESG principles across its operations, focusing on sustainability, social inclusivity, and transparent governance. By promoting responsible urban development, we support businesses in meeting their ESG commitments and fostering a more equitable and resilient community​.

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Marketing, Comms & Events

We curate year-round events to celebrate the district’s diversity, boost footfall, and support businesses. From cultural festivals to business networking, our activities enhance local visibility and create a shared sense of community and vitality​.

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Advocacy & Insights

Through data-driven insights, CDA advocates for policies that benefit the district’s economic and social development. We engage local and national stakeholders to promote sustainable growth, publishing research on key issues like footfall, economic trends, and public realm improvements​.

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Latest updates

Cosy Christmas Crafting Workshops

On the 10th and 11th December, our team hosted a series of crafting workshops for local community! It was two days of creative and festive fun where attendees left with either their own hand painted glass bauble or a mini dried wreath.

Our Mulled & Merry Mini Market

We celebrated the start of the festive season with at Farringdon Station from the 25th to the 27th of November with our Mulled & Merry Mini Market along the Farringdon Station concourse.

Getting to know … Sekou Diakite, CDA’s Janitorial Operative

Our Cleaning Team work around the clock to ensure that our district is clean, vibrant and welcoming for all who live, work and visit the area. This month, we sat down with Sekou Diakite to talk about his role at CDA. Read on for his tips on keeping our area clean and tidy!

CDA AGM 2025

Thank you to everyone who attended our AGM on the 6th November. It was a great opportunity for us to reflect on the year, share our plans for the year ahead and enjoy some quality time with those who attended.

Getting to know … Silahtaroglu Bahaddin, CDA’s Security Officer

Our Security Team support safety and security all the way from Tottenham Court Road to Barbican. This month, we sat down with one of our Security Officers, Bahaddin, to talk about his role at CDA. 

The Bloomsbury tulip planting project

On the 24th October, the Mayor of Camden, Cllr Eddie Hanson, joined forces with the Central District Alliance (CDA), Hatton Garden BID, the Friends of Bloomsbury Square and local volunteers to launch an exciting new project aimed at making Bloomsbury’s gardens greener, brighter, and more welcoming for residents, visitors, and local workers.