Arthur Parashar and Rhodri Morgan, Data Journalist CrimeinLondonhas soared since Labour mayor SirSadiq Khancame to power despite his claims that the capital is a 'safe city', figures show. The Mayor of London, who succeededBoris Johnsonin 2016 and was re-elected in 2021 and 2024, this week urged British diplomats around the world to challenge 'disinformation and lies' about the capital, amplified byDonald Trump.