Congratulations: you’re almost at the end of the toughest week of the year. As a reward, we bring you our Culture edition of The London Standard.
While January can be confronting, why not leap into 2025 by taking advantage of all the incredible things to do in the best city in the world. From theatre to film, gigs, art and TV, discover what we’re getting excited about.
And, if like many of us your most notable Christmas gift to yourself was an alarming bank balance, see our genius guide for what to do for under a tenner.
How have I never had a martini at the Colony Room or tried the hype sandwiches at Chatsworth Bakehouse? This will be swiftly remedied.
There’s more good news for Londoners in Homes & Property where we predict that this is the year for the first-time buyer.
On the political front, shockwaves are coursing through the establishment and there’s one party grabbing a lot of airtime. Beth Rigby explains all.
And after Zuckerberg’s Facebook friend request to Trump, what’s next for Nick Clegg?
Finally, a big thank you to one of my all-time favourite photographers Martin Parr for the arresting image of Grayson Perry on our cover. I hope you enjoy this issue.
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Cover photography: Martin Parr/Magnum
