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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

CDA Presents: Summer in the Street

We're bringing summer to Clerkenwell with the launch of CDA Presents: Summer in the Street, taking place on 22nd and 23rd July from 4pm to 8pm.

CDA Presents: Summer in the Square!

This summer, Russell Square will be transformed into a vibrant celebration of community, culture and creativity as CDA Presents: Summer in the Square arrives in the heart of Bloomsbury.

The new St. John Street

We are excited to celebrate the transformation of St John Street in Clerkenwell, as new pedestrian-friendly public realm improvements create a greener, safer and more welcoming environment for businesses, workers and visitors.

AI Awareness Day at Winton School

As part of our Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) programme and to mark AI Awareness Day, our Placemaking Project Manager, Carol Boye, visited Winton Primary School to explore the world of artificial intelligence.

Deputy Major of London for Business visits the district

The Deputy Mayor of London for Business and Growth, Howard Dawber OBE, visited the district for a walk-though of Clerkenwell & Farringdon and Hatton Garden to highlight key priorities, challenges and partnership working across CDA and Hatton Garden Business Improvement District BIDs.

Meet a member of our Property Owner Group

We caught up with Abdul Hai, Director of Community Relations and Public Affairs at LabTech, who also sits on our Property Owner Group and the CDA Board to talk about the BID area and our new Property Owner BID (PBID) plans.