{"title": "How To Be A Lord Mayor", "start": "2026-11-12T14:00:00Z", "end": null, "place": "Guildhall Library", "address": "Aldermanbury, EC2V 7HH London", "price": "Free", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["history/london"], "description": "A one-hour in-person talk at Guildhall Library about what it takes to become Lord Mayor of the City of London. City of London Guide & Lecturer Jill Finch explains how the top job in the Square Mile is reached and how one comes to live in Mansion House, including what qualifications are needed. Booking is essential; the event also runs online via YouTube, with the link sent to attendees 24 hours in advance. 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