MyWestminster - Coronavirus Update 29th June 2020

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** Monday 29th June 2020
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Westminster City Council key updates
Reopening Westminster: Following the gradual easement of lockdown measures announced by the Government, the Council is currently finalising plans and protocols for reopening some of our key services and provisions. Over the coming days we will release further information on how our libraries, registration offices, playgrounds and community halls will reopen safely and the measures we’re taking to provide a COVID-secure environment.

We’re excited to be able to welcome residents and the community back to some of the crucial services that help enrich our city. Our priority is to ensure that we open services safely and so there may be some changes to the provisions that were offered before lockdown.

Please keep an eye on our website, Facebook and Twitter channels for the latest advice and information of reopening of the city.
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Applications are now open for the Community Contribution Fund. Grants of up to £25,000 are available for projects that:

* Produce innovative ideas on how to reduce rough sleeping in Westminster
* Tackle social isolation and loneliness across all age groups
* Help young people to reach their potential to achieve fulfilling careers.

Alongside local voluntary and community organisations, applications from registered charities, social enterprises, schools and not-for-profit companies are welcome.

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Have you had ‘A Taste of Westminster’ yet?

Last week the Council launched a free cookbook titled ‘A Taste of Westminster’.

The free eBook is filled with recipes from residents, volunteers, organisations and businesses across Westminster. The pages reflect the many communities and cuisines throughout the borough, from Jamaican Jerk chicken with rice ‘n’ peas to a local MP’s homage to Italian sausage.

Take a look at the cookbook here (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/a-taste-of-westminster?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=9022224199-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-9022224199-40059651)
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The cookbook serves to capture the strength and community spirit shown by all during coronavirus. The Council is asking Westminster households to be a part of the cookbook by trying some of the recipes, posting them on social media and tagging @CityWestminster.

The cookbook will record a range of stories, experiences and recipes on a quarterly basis. This warm invitation into the kitchens, homes and hearts of your neighbours demonstrates that Westminster is truly a ‘City for All.’

Would you like to be involved in the next edition?
If you would like to be involved in the creation of the next edition, email us at cookbook at westminster.gov.uk (mailto:cookbook at westminster.gov.uk) where you can also submit recipe ideas.
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Business survey open until Friday 3 July: The Council is asking businesses to take part in a survey which will help inform our approach to supporting the borough’s recovery. If you haven’t already completed the survey, please click here and share your views (https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/WCC_BusinessSurvey/?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=9022224199-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-9022224199-40059651) .
Be part of Westminster's history: For over 25 years, Westminster Archives has been documenting the life stories and memories of our residents. Now, the team is looking for residents to share their experiences of lockdown and how it has affected you, for future generations to learn from. We want to know how your life has changed, how you are adapting to new daily routines, and how living in Westminster currently feels.

You can contribute your experiences, thoughts and feelings in many ways:
• photos and drawings
• written or video diaries
• poetry and prose

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City Lions Digital Festival: From Monday 06 - Friday 10 July, children across Westminster can join the City Lions very first Digital Festival. Across the week, children can gain exclusive access to the City's most interesting and exciting creatives who will be delivering free workshops on Zoom. The workshops have been designed to give children insight into creative careers and offer them tips to boost their CV. Already, BFI, Fashion Bytes, The Screen Community, Wonders of London, Framestore and Imperial College London have confirmed workshops. There will also be performances from TV magician and maverick Peat Heat and pop band Ten Fé. Sign up today and see the full timetable (https://citylions.org/students/digitalfestival/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=familiesfirst&utm_campaign=ffdigitalfest&utm_source=Families+First&utm_campaign=45e8a0f89a-Families_First_January_20191_24_2019_16_34_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_29b8a91587-45e8a0f89a-&utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=9022224199-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-9022224199-40059651) .

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And that's a wrap: The meal service for vulnerable residents provided by Unity Kitchen at City Hall drew to a close last week.

A massive thank you goes to all our Westminster Connects volunteers who played a key role in the service, helping to prepare and deliver over 62,000 meals!

Public Health updates
NHS TEST AND TRACE: The NHS Test and Trace service aims to control the rate of reproduction ‘R’ and reduce the spread of infection. The diagram above outlines the steps you must take if you have coronavirus symptoms or are informed that you have been in close contact with someone with coronavirus. Anyone who has symptoms can get a test.
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Mobile testing unit: The coronavirus mobile testing unit returns to Hyde Park on Thursdays and Fridays from 10.30am to 3.30pm.  Enter through Victoria Gate and the unit can be found on North Carriage Drive.
You can ask for a test:
* for yourself – if you have coronavirus symptoms (a high temperature, a new, continuous cough, or a loss or change to your sense of smell or taste)
* for someone you live with – if they have coronavirus symptoms

You can ask for a test through the NHS (https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/testing-and-tracing/get-an-antigen-test-to-check-if-you-have-coronavirus/?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=9022224199-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-9022224199-40059651) or by calling NHS 119. You must book to attend, please do not turn up without an appointment. Once you have registered, you will receive a confirmation email or text telling you the time to attend. You should not use public transport to attend the test. If you travel on foot, please observe social distancing at all times.

If you are an essential worker, or live with an essential worker, and have coronavirus symptoms, you should apply for a coronavirus test on GOV.UK (https://www.gov.uk/apply-coronavirus-test-essential-workers?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=9feb47370b-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-9feb47370b-40042831&utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=9022224199-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-9022224199-40059651) .
STOPPING THE SPREAD OF CORONAVIRUS: We all have a role to play in stopping the spread of coronavirus. To protect yourself and others, please read the NHS’s advice on social distancing (https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/social-distancing/what-you-need-to-do/?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=9022224199-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-9022224199-40059651) .

Do not leave your home if you have any of the following:
* a high temperature – this means you feel hot to touch on your chest or back (you do not need to measure your temperature)
* a new, continuous cough – this means coughing a lot for more than an hour, or 3 or more coughing episodes in 24 hours (if you usually have a cough, it may be worse than usual)
* a loss of, or change in, your normal sense of taste or smell (anosmia) – this means you’ve noticed you cannot smell or taste anything, or things smell or taste different to normal

If you have one or more symptoms of coronavirus, you must ask for a test through the NHS website (https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/testing-and-tracing/ask-for-a-test-to-check-if-you-have-coronavirus/?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=9022224199-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-9022224199-40059651) or by calling 119. Testing is available for people of all ages.
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