Boris Johnson has met with Lily Allen the pop star seen in the tabloids on a daily basis to discuss knife crime in the capital.

In a statement issued by City Hall apparently "Lily had a number of suggestions on how to challenge the notion that carrying a knife is streetwise or cool. She also had proposals to encourage teenagers to be more ambitious about themselves and their communities."

What suggestions Lily has to combat crime is not clear could it be a prescription of benders she has indulged according to the press?

Boris Johnson said:

"I welcome any constructive suggestions on combating knife crime and Lily Allen has already proved her commitment to help address this problem. I welcome her proposals and am keen to explore further how she can help us address this serious and distressing problem. There is nothing romantic or glamorous about knife crime and I’m delighted Lily will be using her considerable profile and fan base to spread that message.”

Photo credit: City Hall Press Office