London Connects was jointly owned by the Greater London Authority and

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. Its purpose was to improve public services in London and reduce their cost through collaborative use of technology. Partners included London Health agencies,

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, Transport for London,

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, Metropolitan Police Service, London Grid for Learning,

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and the London Voluntary Services Council. Achievements include the development of the

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and the London Public Service Network which provides secure broadband links between London authorities. The

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was kept under strict review and revised as deemed appropriate by the London Connects Board and multi-sector Steering Group. Board members were appointed either by the

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or by the Leaders' Committee of London Councils. London Connects was also the first organisation to set up a Warning, Advice & Reporting Point (WARP). This service facilitates information sharing and helps the London boroughs in the fight against electronic attack. The programme was disbanded in 2009.

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WARP UK

London Portal
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