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This nickname refers to the City of London, rather than all of Greater London.

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Your new ahaThe Square Mile

The City preserves a distinct local government. Source: City of London ↗

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  1. 03In London, this shop sells alcoholic drinks for consumption elsewhere.RECALL
    Off-licence

    The name distinguishes takeaway sales from drinking on the premises.

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  2. 04This rail network circles and crosses London on routes shown with an orange identity.RECALL
    London Overground

    The network launched in 2007.

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  3. 05Cockney traditions and London's historic dock communities are associated with this area east of the old City.RECALL
    East End

    The area has been shaped by successive migrant communities.

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