The British capital welcomes 2025 with London's New Year's Day Parade. "We like to think of it as a cultural kaleidoscope, it shows the cosmopolitan complexion of our city of London and welcomes in people from all over the world," says Dan Kirkby, Communications director of London's New Year's Day Parade before the start of the event. "It's just a lovely way to start the new year," says Susan, who is watching the parade. IMAGES AND SOUNDBITES