Premier Inn and citizenM have submitted planning applications for a total of 331 new hotel rooms at either end of Lavington Street, close to Southwark Street in the Bankside area.
The Park Plaza County Hall is offering the opportunity to bid to host a New Year party with excellent views of the fireworks at the London Eye.
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