MyWestminster - 21 April 2021

Wed Apr 21 17:44:56 BST 2021

Weekly updates for Westminster residents

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** Wednesday 21 April 2021
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** Redeveloping Ebury
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https://eburybridge.org/
NEW HOMES FOR EBURY BRIDGE: A project to build more than 780 high-quality, sustainable homes (https://eburybridge.org/) at a fully-redeveloped Ebury Bridge Estate has been approved by our planning committee. More than half of the new homes will be affordable, with the plans including the development of 239 council homes (https://committees.westminster.gov.uk/documents/s41614/ITEM%2001%20-%20EBURY%20BRIDGE%20ESTATE%20EBURY%20BRIDGE%20ROAD%20LONDON%20SW1W%208PX.pdf) .
https://eburybridge.org/

https://eburybridge.org/

The development will enhance public spaces and create a sense of community
The environment is at the heart of the Pimlico development, with the newly-built homes using 90 per cent less carbon than at the existing estate, and ‘grey water recycling’ being used to supply water for everyday household functions. The estate will also be almost entirely car-free (with disabled car parking only and 2,000 cycle spaces), encouraging pedestrian and cycle transport, while reducing air and noise pollution in the area.
https://eburybridge.org/

https://eburybridge.org/

Residents are at the heart of the scheme with continuous consultation being a key part of the development process
A new community hub, high-quality public squares and green spaces, the planting of 270 new trees, flowerbeds and plants, and an extended high street with new local shops, cafés and a flexible workspace are also included in the project. The aim is to forge natural havens for the local community and to increase biodiversity throughout the area.
More information can be found at the Ebury Bridge Estate website (https://eburybridge.org/)

** Public Health Update
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https://www.westminster.gov.uk/covid-19-vaccine-centres
WALK-IN VACCINATION SERVICE AVAILABLE IN WESTMINSTER: There is currently a walk-in COVID-19 vaccination service available to all eligible Westminster residents at: etc. venues Marble Arch, 86 Edgware Road, W2 2EA, Monday to Sunday, 9am to 7pm. You can receive a vaccination if you are in any of the following categories:
* If you are aged 45 or over.
* If you are at high risk from coronavirus (i.e. are ‘clinically extremely vulnerable’).
* If you are at moderate risk from coronavirus (i.e. are ‘clinically vulnerable’).
* If you live or work in a care home.
* If you are a health and social care worker.
* If you have a learning disability.
* If you are the main carer for someone who is at high risk from coronavirus.

There is no need to book an appointment. Please bring proof of your age, name and address and your NHS number if you have it. For more information, visit the vaccinations pages on our website (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/vaccinations) .
https://www.westminster.gov.uk/birth-and-death-certificates-marriages-and-citizenship/register-death
SUPPORT DURING LOSS: The loss of a loved one is always difficult, but for many, the pandemic has made it a particularly distressing time, changing the way that funerals can be carried out. Funerals are currently limited to 30 people, with 15 people at a linked ceremonial event. Please remember to follow social distancing guidelines when attending a funeral, wake or ash scattering. It is advised that all attendees take a symptom-free test (rapid lateral flow test) beforehand to reduce the risk of spreading infection.

While this may be different, staying safe is vitally important as we follow the roadmap out of lockdown. Support and advice for those who are grieving is available on our website (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/birth-and-death-certificates-marriages-and-citizenship/register-death) .

** Council Updates
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https://www.waes.ac.uk/resources/documents/guide/Mar-2021---A2_V1---web.pdf
ENROL ON A SUMMER COURSE WITH WAES: Enrolment for Westminster Adult Education Service’s (WAES) summer term is now open. Courses available include Bookkeeping, Graphic Design and Childcare, amongst many others.

Following government guidelines, WAES centres have re-opened. Selected classes will be taught on site, while others will continue their teaching online for the time being. Further details on upcoming courses can be found here (https://www.waes.ac.uk/resources/documents/guide/Mar-2021---A2_V1---web.pdf) .

WAES is also offering some exciting traineeship courses for 19 to 24-year-olds that are looking for work. Each traineeship lasts 10 to 12 weeks, are fully funded and cover subjects such as graphic design, accounting, teaching and business admin. Full details on the courses can be found here (https://www.waes.ac.uk/category/apprenticeships/traineeships) .
https://www.westminster.gov.uk/recycling-and-rubbish/recycling-and-reusing/reducing-and-reusing-your-waste
SAVING THE PLANET: Earth Day is tomorrow (https://www.earthday.org/) (Thursday 22 April) – a day of action to change behaviour for a more sustainable world. It’s the ideal opportunity to take a step towards reducing your carbon emissions. The WWF carbon calculator (https://footprint.wwf.org.uk/)  is a great way to check on your own environmental footprint. Or why not make the most of our cycle loan scheme (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/roads-and-travel/walking-and-cycling/try-you-bike) to try out a fun, healthy way to get around? Visit our recycling website to get tips on how you can reduce your environmental impact (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/recycling-and-rubbish/recycling-and-reusing/reducing-and-reusing-your-waste) , information about recycling textiles (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/recycling-and-rubbish/recycling-and-reusing/how-and-where-recycle-textiles) , setting up a home compost (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/recycling-and-rubbish/recycling-and-reusing/home-composting) and
much more.

Make sure to read our City for All plan (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/city-for-all) to see other ways that we are helping to make Westminster a Greener and Cleaner city.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWpYeiNF7Rs
SUPPORTED INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE: Don’t miss out on joining our Supported Internship programme (https://fisd.westminster.gov.uk/kb5/westminster/fis/advice.page?id=9pzIr_xKvr0) – an accessible work-based training course for young people (ages 16 to 24) with special educational needs and/or disabilities.

Mo Hakim has enjoyed a successful Supported Internship with one of our employer partners, Mencap. “The Job Coaches have been very supportive and understanding, supporting me when I most needed it,” he says. “I was also able to choose some good work placements for myself that I really enjoyed.”

Applications for the 2021/22 programme close on Thursday 13 May. For more details join us for a Virtual Open Day on Thursday 29 April, 11am to 12:30pm (https://fisd.westminster.gov.uk/kb5/westminster/fis/advice.page?id=9pzIr_xKvr0) .
https://southwestfest.org.uk/
THE BEST ’FEST IN THE SOUTHWEST: SouthWestFest is South Westminster’s annual community and arts festival (https://southwestfest.org.uk/) , and it’s returning this July ‘Reimagined’ following last year’s all-digital bonanza. The organisers want you to get involved in building a festival that connects and celebrates the local community, providing accessible opportunities and activities for all, with both physical and online events, activities, workshops and more.

If you’re a local artist, you have a physical or digital event you’d like to run, or if you want your local business to appear in the event brochure, the deadline to contact the organisers is Tuesday 27 April. Drop them a line today to get involved (https://southwestfest.org.uk/take-part/) !
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/city-lions-easter-challenge-creative-expression-competition-registration-142877224625

SUPPORT FOR BUSINESSES: We want to hear from the Westminster business community about the impact of the pandemic and your experiences of reopening to the public. This short survey should take no more than ten minutes to complete (https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/bs3newsletters/) and will help inform our approach to the City’s recovery.

https://www.westminster.gov.uk/census2021/?utm_id=census21_mywestminster
CENSUS – YOUR VOICES STILL COUNT: If you are a resident living in Lancaster Gate, Bayswater, Bryanston and Dorset Square, and St James’s then we want to hear from you!

If you have yet to complete the survey, or if you are second-homeowner but have not included your Westminster properties, you still have until Tuesday 4 May to take part.

It is important that as many residents as possible complete the census as the data we receive helps us to plan local services for the next ten years. Everybody matters – regardless of age, ethnicity, gender, religious beliefs and personal circumstances. You have the right to be heard and counted (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/census2021/?utm_id=census21_mywestminster) .
https://citylions.org/
CITY LIONS BOSSING EASTER: The Easter holidays saw City Lions take part in a host of exciting activities, from cooking and graffiti art workshops, to a virtual tour of Hyde Park Barracks and even having a conversation with young Hollywood actor Jordan Nash!

Do you want to get involved with City Lions (https://citylions.org/) ? Regular events are being run and there’s still time to submit an entry for the Creative Expression competition. You can be as creative as you like, with the first prize being a brand-new tablet. The deadline has been extended to 26 April and you can submit your entries by emailing citylions at westminster.gov.uk (mailto:citylions at westminster.gov.uk) .

** What’s on in Westminster
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These are just some of the events taking place in Westminster during the next seven days. For a full list of things to do, check out the Events pages on our website (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/events) .
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/food-and-drink-emporiums-of-london-with-joanna-moncrieff-tickets-143107196477?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

FOOD AND DRINK EMPORIUMS OF LONDON: A capital feast – the history of London’s most famous food and drink emporiums from breakfast tea to after dinner.
* Starts: Thursday 22 April at 6.30pm
* How to join: Book your place via Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/food-and-drink-emporiums-of-london-with-joanna-moncrieff-tickets-143107196477?aff=ebdsoporgprofile)
* Cost: Free

https://www.westminster.gov.uk/event/shakespeare-and-world-theatre

SHAKESPEARE AND THE WORLD OF THEATRE: To celebrate the birthday of William Shakespeare, our Shakespeare enthusiast will be virtually discussing why the Bard was so pivotal to the world of the theatre.
* Starts: Saturday 24 April at 7pm
* How to join: Book your place via Eventbrite (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/event/shakespeare-and-world-theatre)
* Cost: Free

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/william-davidson-and-the-west-end-job-cato-street-conspiracy-bicentenary-tickets-146583052857

WILLIAM DAVIDSON AND THE WEST END JOB: Peter Daniel talks about the Cato Street Conspiracy, a daring plot to assassinate the British Prime Minister and his cabinet.
* Starts: Friday 30 April at 6.30pm
* How to join: Book your place via Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/william-davidson-and-the-west-end-job-cato-street-conspiracy-bicentenary-tickets-146583052857)
* Cost: Free

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