MyWestminster - 15 February 2021

Mon Feb 15 18:30:57 GMT 2021

Important updates for Westminster residents

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** Monday 15 February 2021
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** Public Health Updates
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FIGHTING ANTI-VACCINATION MISINFORMATION: Council leader Rachael Robathan is featured tonight on BBC1’s Panorama programme (https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000scy8?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=96882f2601-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-96882f2601-40059651) where she discusses measures the council is taking to combat the harmful anti-vaccination propaganda being distributed to our residents. She also offers the facts about the jab to our diverse communities. Cllr Robathan discussed the recent open discussion online forum (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=13d6ebf204&e=df04244d0d&utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=96882f2601-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-96882f2601-40059651) and also told the programme how anti-vaccination leafleters had targeted one Westminster estate.

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DISCUSSION ON THE PANDEMIC’S IMPACT ON YOUNG PEOPLE: On Thursday 18 February, from 11am to 1.35pm, join health experts and community and faith leaders for the fourth BAME Pan-London conference on ‘Vaccines, Community Testing & The Future of Young People’ (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/138786673677?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=96882f2601-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-96882f2601-40059651) .

The event will include a deep dive into the experiences of young people from BAME backgrounds and the challenges they have faced over the course of the pandemic.

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VACCINE ROLLOUT: From today, Monday 15 February, NHS staff will begin vaccinating people aged 65 to 69 along with those who are clinically vulnerable against COVID-19. You will receive a letter inviting you to book your vaccine. When you receive your letter from the NHS, please book and attend your appointment.

If you are aged 70 or over, or are clinically extremely vulnerable, you can book your vaccination appointment without needing an invitation letter. Simply visit the NHS vaccination website (https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/coronavirus-vaccination/book-coronavirus-vaccination/?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=96882f2601-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-96882f2601-40059651) or call NHS 119.

COVID-19 TESTING CENTRES: A new symptom-free testing centre opens today at The Church House Conference Centre, Little Smith Street. This will replace the symptom-free test centre at Westminster Cathedral which closes on Thursday 18 February. For more information on how to get tested, visit our website (http://westminster.gov.uk/CovidTest?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=96882f2601-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-96882f2601-40059651) .

** Council Updates
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KEEP BUSY THIS HALF TERM: We have lots of great virtual activities to keep children and young people entertained this half term, including:
* Libraries (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/leisure-libraries-and-community/libraries-0/online-activities-and-events-children-and-young-people?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=96882f2601-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-96882f2601-40059651) – join one of our libraries’ many online clubs
* City Lions (https://citylions.org/students/get-creative/?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=96882f2601-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-96882f2601-40059651) – our youth club’s website has a range of fun activities from Westminster’s most exciting creative organisations
* SEND Local Offer (https://fisd.westminster.gov.uk/kb5/westminster/fis/localoffer.page?localofferchannel=10&utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=96882f2601-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-96882f2601-40059651) – our Local Offer webpage is jam-packed with activities for children with special educational needs
* Parks and playgrounds – Enjoy the warmer weather in parks, outdoor spaces and playgrounds. Why not also check out The Royal Parks’ half term activities (https://www.royalparks.org.uk/whats-on/blog/Top-five-things-to-do-during-half-term-with-The-Royal-Parks?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=96882f2601-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-96882f2601-40059651) ?

mailto:lizbyrne at westminster.gov.uk
LEARN AND EARN WITH WESTMINSTER WHEELS: Westminster Wheels is a free course that will teach you how to fix and maintain bikes, meaning you can earn money while learning new skills. The programme is open to Westminster residents aged 17-24 who aren’t already in education, training, or employment.

Last week, Westminster Wheels mechanics made a splash at the project’s upcoming shop, giving the interior of the venue a welcome new coat of paint in preparation for its opening later this month (pictured above right). The shop will be fully functioning, so our mechanics will get real-world experience of fixing and selling bikes.

If you’d like to join the next course, email Liz.Byrne at groundwork.org.uk (mailto:lizbyrne at westminster.gov.uk) with your details and why you’re interested in joining by Friday 19 February.
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£23K IN FINES FOR ILLEGAL LOCKDOWN PARTYGOERS: Over the weekend, Council Officers responded to a night-time noise complaint in Belgrave Gardens, NW8. An illegal party was found taking place inside a residential property, with 29 people found in clear violation of lockdown measures and public health guidance. Attendees were issued with £800 fixed penalties by the police, and the council will investigate potential follow-up action with the property occupiers.

Where illegal parties are found, the council will not hesitate to carry out further follow-up actions on top of those taken by the police. Anyone who has concerns about a party or gathering can use the council’s around-the-clock reporting service (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/planning-building-and-environmental-regulations/noise-pollution/noise-complaints-we-investigate?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=96882f2601-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-96882f2601-40059651) . Reports will be investigated by our City Inspectors (such as Sham in the above video).
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MAKE A DIFFERENCE WITH WESTMINSTER CONNECTS: Volunteering in Westminster is a fantastic way to give back to your local community. Westminster Connects volunteers come from all walks of life and are making a genuine difference to some of our most vulnerable residents.

Retired resident, Martin (left), has been volunteering in the city for ten years. He says that “the fellowship and opportunities to give something back” are particularly rewarding. After joining Westminster Connects, Martin initially delivered shopping to those shielding. Now, he delivers meals to vulnerable adults in the north of the city. “It’s not too demanding as I have a regular route,” he says, “so I get to know some of the ‘clients’ a bit.”

Click here to find out how you can volunteer with Westminster Connects (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/coronavirus-how-you-can-help/volunteering-opportunities?utm_source=MyWestminster+Updates&utm_campaign=96882f2601-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_22_10_27_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_bd2a0fcc47-96882f2601-40059651) .
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REINVENTING THE NATION'S HIGH STREET: We are committed to supporting and enhancing Oxford Street and its surrounding neighbours and have published plans to breathe a new lease of life into the district. The temporary interventions that have been proposed, and are planned to be delivered by spring this year, could reinvigorate and reimagine the nation’s high street, while supporting the safe and socially-distanced return of visitors once restrictions are eased.

Please share any views you may have on these temporary proposals with the engagement team at stakeholderteam at murphycareyjv.co.uk (mailto:stakeholderteam at murphycareyjv.co.uk)  by Friday 19 February.

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