MyWestminster - 2 December 2020

Wed Dec 2 18:01:12 GMT 2020

Important updates for Westminster residents

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** Wednesday 2 December 2020
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** Public Health Updates
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https://www.gov.uk/guidance/local-restriction-tiers-what-you-need-to-know?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651#high-alert
LOCAL TIERS: As of today, Wednesday 2 December, Westminster – along with the rest of London – has moved to Tier 2 (high alert). Read the full guidance here (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/local-restriction-tiers-what-you-need-to-know?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651#high-alert) .

Please follow the restrictions safely and make sure you remember the basics:
* Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds regularly, use hand sanitiser gel if soap and water are not available.
* Wear a face covering when in enclosed spaces.
* Keep your distance by staying at least two metres apart – or one metre with a face covering or other precautions.

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/coronavirus-vaccination/coronavirus-vaccine/?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651
VACCINES: As you’ll be aware, the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine has been approved by the UK Government. To read a statement from the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), visit the GOV.UK website (https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-authorises-pfizer-biontech-covid-19-vaccine?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651) .

The vaccine will first be offered to NHS staff and it is likely that some care home staff will be included too. For more information on who the vaccine will be offered to first, visit the GOV.UK website (http://ttps//www.gov.uk/government/publications/priority-groups-for-coronavirus-covid-19-vaccination-advice-from-the-jcvi-2-december-2020?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651) .

We’re working closely with our NHS partners and will support them with the roll out of this vaccine. More information will be shared in this newsletter, on our website and through our Health Champions in due course. Interested in becoming a Health Champion (http://www.westminster.gov.uk/health-champions?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651) ? Watch our short video below from Alice explaining what's involved.

For information about vaccines, visit the NHS website (https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/coronavirus-vaccination/coronavirus-vaccine/?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651) .
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TESTING SITES: Our semi-permanent, walk-through testing centres (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/CovidTest?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651) are open seven days a week, from 8am to 8pm. A test must be booked in advance by calling 119 or on the NHS website (https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/testing-and-tracing/?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651) .

Our website also contains information about testing centres in languages other than English (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/covidtest?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651#information-in-other-languages) .

** Council Updates
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COUNCIL SERVICE UPDATES: As Westminster has moved to Tier 2 (high alert), changes have been made to our services to continue to support residents.

LIBRARIES: Our libraries and Archives Centre are open for browsing, borrowing and collecting reservations, and access to computers and study spaces, where available. There are lots of online activities this winter for adults (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/children-events-at-the-library?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651) and for children and young people (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/children-events-at-the-library?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651) .

FAMILY HUBS: Our Family Hub buildings remain open and we are providing support to families in a range of safe ways. If you need support contact 020 7641 5923 or email bessboroughfamilyhub at westminster.gov.uk (mailto:bessboroughfamilyhub at westminster.gov.uk) .

LEISURE CENTRES: All of our leisure centres are now open. You’ll need to book your next activity in advance and check the revised opening hours (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/leisure-centres-westminster?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651#our-centres) of your local centre. Visit Everyone Active’s website (https://www.everyoneactive.com/centre/?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651) or app for the latest information.

REGISTRY OFFICE: Marriages and civil partnership ceremonies will resume on Thursday 3 December. To make a booking, visit our A Day to Remember website (https://www.adaytoremember.london/?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651) . Find more information on ceremonies, including citizenship ceremonies by clicking here (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/registrars-office-coronavirus-information?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651) .

For information on other council services visit our website (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/coronavirus-updates?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651) .
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SHOP SAFELY: As the shops re-open today a range of measures have been introduced in the West End that strike a balance between COVID-19 security and creating a festive atmosphere – allowing shoppers to do their Christmas shopping safely and enjoyably.

Hand sanitising stations, widened pavements, social distancing signage, as well one-way systems, compulsory face masks in shops and protector screens by the tills will allow shoppers to enjoy the sights and shop safely this December.

As part of our shop safe campaign we’ve created an advent calendar for the 24 days running up to Christmas which, each day, will feature a different Christmas incentive, activity or offer available in the West End. Watch the short video above to reveal today's treat! Find out more here (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/shop-safe-west-end?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651) .
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TRAFALGAR TREE SWITCH ON: Tomorrow sees the world-famous Trafalgar Square Christmas Tree turn on its lights for the festive season (2019's tree pictured above). There will be no live event and crowds this year but you can join the Lord Mayor of Westminster, Cllr Jonathan Glanz, from 6pm on Thursday for a virtual ceremony, streamed via our YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/WestminsterCityCouncil?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/CityWestminster/?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651) channels.
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WHAT ARE YOU GRATEFUL FOR? 2020 has been a challenging year for us all across Westminster and, while this festive period may feel quite different, we want to hear what you have been grateful for this year – whether it’s your family, support from friends or neighbours, or even just visiting your local shops or parks. In the above video, Westminster resident Millie tells us about her support network.

Send us a picture, note or video stating what you are grateful for via Twitter, Facebook or Instagram, tagging @CityWestminster and using the hashtag #grateful #westminster. Or you can email us at communications at westminster.gov.uk (mailto:communications at westminster.gov.uk) .
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NICE RECYCLERS LIST: Santa has been in touch with the council and Veolia to find out which children living in Westminster have been recycling correctly this year, so he can put their names on the #NiceRecyclersList. To ensure no one is missed, children are invited to write a letter to Santa to tell him about their recycling deeds for the year. Simply tweet a picture of your child’s letter to @CityWestminster (https://twitter.com/CityWestminster?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651) and @VeoliaUK (https://twitter.com/VeoliaUK?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651) by 11 December including the hashtag #NiceRecyclersList. The top letters will be published in a local newspaper or newsletter. More information and our T&Cs can be found here (https://www.veolia.co.uk/london/nicerecyclerslist?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=3ea1727963-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-3ea1727963-40059651) .

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