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NEW YEAR EVE LONDON 2016 / 2017 - Full Fireworks Display HD\r
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The UK has marked the start of 2017 with a spectacular firework display and a declaration that London is open.\r
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Tens of thousands gathered on the banks of the Thames to watch the display immediately after Big Ben sounded its midnight chimes.\r
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The music accompanying the London fireworks featured a recording of mayor Sadiq Khan saying: London is open.\r
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Other celebrations also took place at popular city locations, including the mass Hogmanay events in Edinburgh Remembering Bowie\r
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In London, around 12,000 fireworks producing 50,000 projectiles lit up the city as part of a 12-minute display.\r
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Music for the display also sampled famous artists who died in 2016, including David Bowie and George Michael. Mr Khan said before the fireworks that their theme would be hope and optimism going forward.\r
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He added the capital was also sending a message to the world that London is open, particularly post-Brexit, as part of its New Years Eve celebrations. He added: Weve always been a city open to talent, to people, to ideas and that is not going to change.\r
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Singer Robbie Williams staged a live concert from the Central Hall Westminster in London, which was shown on BBC One as part of the New Year celebrations.\r
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After taking a brief break to allow TV viewers and his live audience to take in the Big Ben chimes, Williams returned to the stage to the strains of Auld Lang Syne.\r
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He then restarted his show with his most famous hit Angels, before belting out a version of the traditional New Year favourite New York, New York. After that, he wound the clock back as he performed his debut single Freedom. Initially released in 1996 after Williams left Take That, it was a cover version of the 1990 hit written and released by George Michael who died on Christmas Day. London 2017 New Year New Year Eve celebration London City Big Ben London Eye Fireworks entertainment 2016 future city British United Kingdom GB UK England Winter Winter 2016 Gathering firework music concert tickets stage crowd westminster tube fireworks show show DJ showcase big world global open fireworks london trends trending news best city camera video new fs life reality bbc real \r
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As he started the song, he told the audience: This is dedicated to the legendary George Michael. On New Years Eve, London comes alive with celebrations, fireworks and parties. Make London New Years Eve 2016 a special one by booking ahead for a memorable dinner or a river cruise – or enjoy a fun night out with some of the ideas for New Years Eve in London below. Be here at midnight so you can see in 2017 with a bang! Whether youre a local or just visiting for the holidays, New Years Eve in London is one of the best places in the world to be for New Year celebrations. F. Never one to miss out on a party, the capital is fully prepared with loads of New Years Eve parties and events up its sparkly sleeve, as well as the mighty NYE firework display over the Thames. But remember, the fun doesnt stop on December 31. Spend a leisurely New Years Day at one of Londons lovely attrions or a refreshing walk around the city, whilst the masses are at home nursing a hangover.\r
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Heres our guide to everything you need to know about celebrating the New Year in London, now go make some plans and well see you in 2017!