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Houses of Parliament London UK
The Houses of Parliament, also known as the Palace of Westminster, is one of the most iconic landmarks in London and the centre of the United Kingdom's political life. In 1987, the Palace of Westminster, along with Westminster Abbey and St. Margaret's Church, was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in recognition of its architectural and historical significance. The Houses of Parliament have served as the seat of the British government for centuries. It is where the two houses of the UK Parliament—the House of Commons and the House of Lords—meet to debate and pass legislation. The site of the present-day Houses of Parliament has a long history dating back to the medieval period. In the 11th century, a royal palace was built on the site by King Edward the Confessor. This palace was used by English monarchs for centuries. The Old Palace burnt down in 1834, a major fire destroyed the old Palace of Westminster, leaving it in ruins. Following the fire, a competition was held to design a new Parliament building. The design submitted by architects Sir Charles Barry and Augustus Pugin was selected. Construction began in 1840, and the building was completed in the 1850s. The new Palace of Westminster was built in a neo-Gothic style, which is now one of its defining characteristics.Big Ben: The Great Bell, which is often referred to as Big Ben (although this name originally referred to the Great Bell itself, not the clock or the tower), was cast in 1858 and installed in the Elizabeth Tower (formerly known simply as the Clock Tower). The chimes of Big Ben have since become one of the most famous sounds associated with the Houses of Parliament. The Palace of Westminster is not only a functional government building but also a major London landmark. Its distinctive Gothic architecture, central location along the River Thames, and the iconic clock tower with Big Ben make it instantly recognisable.
Saint Clement Danes Church & Samuel Johnson statue
Saint Clement Danes is a historic Anglican church located in the City of Westminster, London, UK. Its history dates back several centuries, and the church has witnessed various transformations over time. The name "St. Clement Danes" refers to the patron saint of mariners, St. Clement, and the area in which the church stands. "Danes" signifies the Danish community, Danes who took English wives, that settled in the area during the Viking Age. The exact origins of the church are unclear, but it is believed to have been established in the 9th century, during the reign of King Alfred the Great. However, there is evidence to suggest that a religious structure may have existed on the site even earlier, possibly a Roman temple or a Saxon church. The church was destroyed and rebuilt multiple times, often due to damage caused by fires and bombings. In the 17th century, Sir Christopher Wren, the renowned architect responsible for many of London's iconic buildings, was commissioned to rebuild the church after it was destroyed in the Great Fire of London in 1666. Wren's design gave the church a distinctive baroque style. In addition to its architectural significance, St. Clement Danes has a strong association with the Royal Air Force (RAF). During the Battle of Britain in World War II, the church became known as the "RAF Church" due to its proximity to the RAF headquarters. It was also designated as the official church of the RAF in 1958. SAMUEL JOHNSON STATUE. Samuel Johnson (1709-1784) was an English writer, lexicographer, essayist, poet, and moralist who made significant contributions to English literature and the development of the English language. He is best known for his monumental work, "A Dictionary of the English Language," which was first published in 1755. His bronze statue is situated outside the eastern end of St Clement Danes church, facing the Royal Courts of Justice in the Strand. Johnson worshipped at the church. The statue’s sponsor was the rector at St Clement Danes, Reverend J J Septimus Pennington. He died in 1910 just as the statue was ready and it was considered appropriate to unveil the work as the body was conveyed into the church for the lying in state. The statue was to be unveiled by Princess Louise but due to the death of her father, Edward Vll, this was cancelled and the sculptor, Percy Hetherington Fitzgerald, unveiled his own work. Fitzgerald (1825-1925), modelled Johnson’s face on the portrait by Reynolds and Nolleken's bust. The statue and the three accompanying bronze reliefs are not considered to be a particularly high standard of work.
Royal Courts of Justice, London UK
The Royal Courts of Justice, located in London, UK, serve as the principal court building for the High Court and the Court of Appeal in England and Wales. It is an iconic Victorian Gothic-style building situated on the Strand, in the heart of London's legal district. The primary function of the Royal Courts of Justice is to hear and administer justice in civil cases. It is the highest court for civil matters in England and Wales and deals with a wide range of legal disputes, including contract disputes, personal injury claims, property disputes, family matters, and administrative law cases. The Royal Courts of Justice also houses the Court of Appeal, which handles appeals from the High Court and certain other tribunals. The Court of Appeal is divided into two divisions: the Civil Division and the Criminal Division. It primarily deals with appeals against decisions made by lower courts, ensuring that justice is upheld and the law is correctly interpreted. Aside from its legal functions, the Royal Courts of Justice is an architectural landmark in London and a popular tourist attraction. Its grandeur and intricate design make it an iconic symbol of the British legal system. Visitors can explore the public areas of the building, admire its stunning architecture, and witness the workings of the courts, subject to any security or access restrictions in place. Overall, the Royal Courts of Justice serves as a vital hub for the administration of justice in civil matters, providing a venue for the resolution of legal disputes and the upholding of the rule of law in England and Wales.
Protests: Junior Doctors, London UK
The British Medical Association (BMA) called for a three-day strike, 13th-15th March 2023. The BMA is the trade union of junior doctors. The junior doctors walked out of both routine and emergency care. But by law they they can only withdraw from life-and-limb emergency care if the NHS has found other staff to cover for them. The term "junior doctors" covers everyone who has just graduated from medical school through to those with many years' experience on the front line. Overall, they account for more than 40% of the medical workforce. Nearly 48,000 junior doctors working across hospitals and in the community were eligible to vote in a recent strike ballot, with more than 36,000 voting for action.
Bank of England
The Bank of England is the United Kingdom's independent central bank. It's located on Threadneedle Street, London EC2R 8AH. The Bank stores the UK's gold reserves - 400,000 bars worth more than £200bn - as well as those of other central banks. The Bank's main role is to manage the overall state of the economy. It sets the monetary policy in order to achieve the UK's government inflation target. The Bank also buys and sells government bonds. Amongst its tasks are the production of banknotes, oversee credit and debit card payments, regulate banks and building societies, monitor risks in the UK financial system and act to reduce them. The Bank of England began as a private bank that would act as a banker to the Government. The original Royal Charter of 1694, granted by King William and Queen Mary, states that the Bank was founded to ‘promote the public Good and Benefit of our People’.
The National Covid Memorial Wall, London
The National Covid Memorial Wall in London is a public mural painted by volunteers to commemorate victims of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United Kingdom. Started in March 2021 and stretching more than one-third mile (five hundred metres) along the South Bank of the River Thames, opposite the Palace of Westminster, the mural consists of approximately 150,000 red and pink hearts, intending to have one for each of the casualties of COVID-19 in the United Kingdom at the time of the mural's commencement. The mural was organized by campaign group Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice, with the help of the campaign group Led By Donkeys. The project was started without council permission, it gained widespread support and public recognition, so has not yet been removed by authorities.