Leona Lewis tops British most influential poll

Leona Lewis has been named the most influential woman to work or live in London for the past 100 years.

The singer topped an online poll from daily freesheet Metro, picking up 70.9% of the total vote.

Former prime minister Margaret Thatcher came second with 5.14% and Mumsnet founder Justine Roberts was placed in third with 4.88%.

The poll was conducted to mark the 100th International Woman’s Day, which is being celebrated around the world today.