Amsterdam at Night Photo: (skitterphoto.com CC0 License)
The Dutch capital Amsterdam has been quick to embrace the opportunities afforded by an expanding 24-hour economy.
It has just appointed a night mayor to run the city after dark, keeping the city's nightlife buzzing while trying to avoid the hassles that 24/7 living can bring to other residents.
Jon Henley of The Guardian has been out on the town to see how the measures are working.
Amsterdam canal at night Photo: (Public Domain CC20)
