London has the largest gap between rich and poor of any city in the developed world. Evidence from The Spirit Level and beyond shows that the greater this gap, the greater the problems for all, rich or poor. Crime, distrust and anxiety increase. Education, health and social mobility suffer. Economic inequality harms everyone. It also costs the taxpayer. The My Fair London Group believes that those with power must do something to address this urgent problem and so do the vast majority of Londoners.
So we’re asking the Mayor of London to take action to reduce economic inequality in the Capital.
If you’re a Londoner and want the Mayor to act, please Sign our Petition and Join our Campaign.
IMPORTANT NEW PUBLICATION – the new booklet Why Inequality Matters
This booklet draws on the bestselling book “The Spirit Level – Why Equality is Better for Everyone” by Professors Richard Wilkinson and Kate Pickett which shows that most social problems are worse in more unequal societies and that inequality lies at their root.
This booklet has been produced by members of My Fair London in response to requests from politicians, trade unionists, and members of the public.
DOWNLOAD it here NOW for FREE and spread the word by sending people to www.myfairlondon.org.uk
Our huge thanks go to My Fair London for producing this and, in particular, John Philo and Peter Robbins for their major contributions.
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The MFL Giant
MFL supporters gather in Westminster with our Giant who represents the grotesque wage differences between Chief Execs of FTSE 100 companies and normal working people like teachers, doctors, policemen and women, cleaners etc..
Download our free PDF about The Giant
It’s an absolute disgrace – Join us to make London more equal
The Spirit Level Documentary
This film will show how societies can be happier, healthier and more successful. The secret? Greater equality.
The Spirit Level Documentary Trailer from Literally Films on Vimeo.
Please support our campaign by visiting indiegogo.com/spiritlevelfilm