Join our flash flooding event, plus win tickets to see Arthur/Merlin

Wed Jul 28 18:02:43 BST 2021

The latest from Westminster City Council

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** Wednesday 28 July 2021
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https://www.westminster.gov.uk/flood-information-and-help?wdLOR=cA69767D5-4D76-4872-BA28-49E754ADE768&web=1

** Flash Flooding Support
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Although Westminster City Council responded quickly to the recent flooding incidents (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/flash-flooding-westminster) , it’s important to us that we hear from those affected. On Friday 30 July, from midday to 1pm, we are hosting an online public meeting with Thames Water for residents and businesses affected. You will be able to ask questions about what happened and discuss with the relevant authorities how such events can be prevented in the future. Details on how to attend the online meeting, as well as how to submit questions can be found here (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/flood-information-and-help?wdLOR=cA69767D5-4D76-4872-BA28-49E754ADE768&web=1) .

In the meantime, we are continuing to work closely with partners to ensure the safety of all residents. Our contact centre is available on 0207 641 6000 to provide advice and support, and our website contains up to date advice (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/flash-flooding-westminster) .

** Public Health Updates
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https://www.westminster.gov.uk/walk-vaccination-service-now-available-westminster
WALK-IN POP-UP VACCINATION CENTRES: Cllr Rachael Robathan, Leader of Westminster City Council, and Cllr Tim Mitchell, Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care and Public Health, visited a pop-up vaccine clinic in Chinatown on Monday. Through events like this and the pop-up clinics listed below, we are working closely with the NHS and local community partners to help people access their COVID-19 vaccines more easily.
Abbey Centre and Stowe Centre
First and second doses of Pfizer and AstraZeneca vaccines are available at the Abbey Centre and the Stowe Centre, to those aged 18 and over. Second doses are available eight weeks after your first. Walk-ins are available at both locations, but you should pre-book to guarantee an appointment.
* The Abbey Centre (34 Great Smith St, SW1P 3BU) is available every Thursday in July and August from 12pm to 4pm. Register here for Thursday 29 July (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/164864414903) .
* The Stowe Centre (258 Harrow Road, W2 5ES) is available every Monday in August from 10am to 1pm. Register here for Monday 2 August (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/westminster-vaccination-event-the-stowe-centre-2nd-august-tickets-164864669665) .

Please take along proof of your age, name and address and your NHS number if you have it. To pre-book your slot and for further information please call 020 3058 3377 (tel:02030583377) . We will give priority to people who have pre-booked.

Little Venice Sports Centre
For those aged 18 and over, Pfizer and AstraZeneca vaccines are available at the Little Venice Sports Centre, 10 Crompton Street, W2 1ND. Again, first and second doses are available and second doses are available eight weeks after the first. Please note, walk-ins are available for first doses at Little Venice. Second doses at this location are available by appointment only.
* Little Venice Sports Centre (10 Crompton Street, W2 1ND) is available Friday 30 July, 2pm to 5pm. Register here for an appointment (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/westminster-vaccination-event-fri-30th-july-little-venice-sports-centre-tickets-164866715785) .

https://www.westminster.gov.uk/index.php/vaccine-bus
NEXT STOP FOR THE VACCINE BUS: Our coronavirus vaccination bus is just one way we’re making it easier for you to access your COVID-19 vaccine. The vaccine bus is currently offering the Pfizer vaccine to anyone aged 18 and over. The next stops are:
* Friday 30 July – Longmoore Estate, SW1V 1JQ, 10am to 4pm
* Saturday 31 July – Holland Park Summer of Love Festival, W8 6LU, 10:30am to 4pm
* Sunday 1 August – Earls Court Farmers Market, SW5 9UE, 10am to 2pm
* Monday 2 August – Villers Street, WC2N 6NE, 10am to 4pm

For the full schedule, head over to our website (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/vaccine-bus) .
https://www.westminster.gov.uk/event/covid-19-vaccine-discussion-young-adults
IS THE VACCINE FOR ME? DISCUSSION FOR YOUNG ADULTS: Still unsure about the COVID-19 vaccine? Many young people are still not quite sure why they need to get jabbed. On Thursday 5 August, from 6.30pm to 7.30pm, you’ll be able to ask questions to health professionals including Professor Kevin Fenton, Regional Director of Public Health London, to better understand how the vaccine works. Led by and for young adults, this is your chance to get answers to any questions you may have. Find out how to join here (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/event/covid-19-vaccine-discussion-young-adults) .
SCAM ALERT FOR NHS TEST AND TRACE: The NHS has issued an alert asking those undergoing a quarantine at home period following international travel to be aware of bogus visitors. If you are self-isolating, you may receive a visit from someone working on behalf of NHS Test and Trace to make sure you are complying with your legal duty. However, official NHS staff will NEVER:
* enter your home
* ask you to provide your name. Staff will ask ‘Am I speaking to…?’ for you to confirm this
* ask for your National Insurance number, telephone number or any other identifying information, other than your passport or driver’s licence
* photograph your identification document
* ask for your financial details, such as your bank or credit card information
* ask you for money or issue a fine

If someone visits you claiming to be from NHS Test and Trace and you do not believe they are legitimate, call 999 and ask for the police. Action Fraud’s website has full details (https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/news/watch-out-for-scams-related-to-nhs-test-and-trace) of what and what not to expect from official visits during a quarantine period and it is recommended you keep yourself advised of these actions in order to spot whether a visitor is part of a fraud attempt.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-response-summer-2021-roadmap/coronavirus-how-to-stay-safe-and-help-prevent-the-spread

LIFTING OF LOCKDOWN RESTRICTIONS: From Monday 19 July, most legal restrictions to control COVID-19 were lifted. You no longer need to stay two metres apart from people you do not live with and there are no limits on the number of people you can meet. Remember, although the legal requirement to wear face coverings has been lifted, in health settings such as GP practices, hospitals and pharmacies, as well as on public transport, the requirement to wear them remains in place. Please help keep yourself and others safe. Read the full guidance at the government’s website (https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-response-summer-2021-roadmap/coronavirus-how-to-stay-safe-and-help-prevent-the-spread) .

** Council Updates
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6FCuFJTUhzE
HELP SHAPE OUR CLIMATE ACTION PLAN: The climate emergency is one of the greatest challenges of our lifetime and urgent action is needed. We are creating a shared action plan to achieve net-zero carbon emissions across Westminster by 2040 and would like local people to help shape it. We have some draft recommendations and want to hear your feedback as well as ideas for future programmes and projects. Find out more here and have your say by taking our short survey (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/climate-emergency) .
https://visionforsoho.co.uk/
HELP SHAPE OUR VISION FOR SOHO: We are developing a wide-ranging programme of improvements for Soho and we’d like to talk to as many people as possible to help shape this vision (https://visionforsoho.co.uk/) . There will be two virtual workshops on Friday 30 July at 12pm and Thursday 5 August at 5.30pm. If you would like to attend either of these, please email VisionforSoho at kandaconsulting.co.uk (mailto:VisionforSoho at kandaconsulting.co.uk) or call 0203 900 3676 and a link to attend the meeting will be provided. You can also have your say via our online survey (https://visionforsoho.co.uk/) .
https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/
EXAM RESULTS DAY WEBINARS: The National Careers Service is delivering a series of webinars for parents and carers whose children are receiving results this August. These will include tips on how your child can prepare for results day, advice about their options, leaving education and exploring careers. The webinars are available on:
* Friday 30 July, 12pm – book your place (https://amazingapprenticeships.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9f89f859eb0be9d437b1414c3&id=4fdcd03d73&e=f619b98658)
* Tuesday 3 August, 4pm – book your place (https://amazingapprenticeships.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9f89f859eb0be9d437b1414c3&id=1aadc4b7c0&e=f619b98658)
* Wednesday 4 August, 12pm – book your place (https://amazingapprenticeships.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9f89f859eb0be9d437b1414c3&id=1e7ff88607&e=f619b98658)

mailto:bip at westminster.gov.uk
WORK SMARTER AT VICTORIA LIBRARY: Got a small business start-up and looking for workspace? Victoria Library has opened a new business environment, offering state-of-the-art co-working spaces and meetings rooms at highly affordable rates. There will also be free workshops, webinars and talks from industry experts, along with books and news sources to help your projects grow. It’s an ideal location to launch your professional journey. Find out more by emailing bip at westminster.gov.uk (mailto:bip at westminster.gov.uk) or by calling 020 7641 4291.

** Your Westminster
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mailto:rsvp at westminster.gov.uk?subject=Arthur%2FMerlin%20Competition
WIN TICKETS TO SEE ARTHUR/MERLIN AT THE IRIS THEATRE: We’ve teamed up with the Iris Theatre in Covent Garden to give away two sets of family tickets to see Arthur/Merlin, the new play by Reuben Johnson! Join a journey of mystery, danger and self-discovery and witness the Arthurian legend like never before.

A family ticket allows four people to attend a performance between 4 and 22 August (must include at least one adult and one person under 16). To enter the draw, just click here to email us and make sure to include your name, City Save card number and telephone numbe (mailto:rsvp at westminster.gov.uk?subject=Arthur/Merlin Competition) r. Closing date for entries in 12pm (noon) on Monday 2 August. Winners will be notified shortly thereafter.

LAST CHANCE TO WIN TICKETS TO VAN GOGH ALIVE! Also, make sure to enter our fantastic giveaway to win a pair of tickets to the world’s most visited immersive, multi-sensory experience (https://vangoghaliveuk.com/) . To enter, email rsvp at westminster.gov.uk (mailto:rsvp at westminster.gov.uk) with your name, City Save card number, email address and telephone number by 12pm (noon) on Thursday 29 July. Winners will be notified by email.
https://citysave.westminster.gov.uk/
ENJOY WESTMINSTER FOR LESS WITH CITY SAVE: There are some great offers to be had with your Westminster City Save card during the next few months:
* Up to £7.50 off full ticket price (https://citysave.westminster.gov.uk/families/?id=796) for Arthur/Merlin at the Iris Theatre
* Concession rate tickets are available (https://citysave.westminster.gov.uk/culture-and-entertainment/?id=732) for all exhibitions at Tate Britain
* You can get 10% off your food bill (https://citysave.westminster.gov.uk/food-and-drink/?id=179) at The Sea Shell of Lisson Grove
* Real Drinks (pictured above) are offering 10% discounts on orders above £40 (https://citysave.westminster.gov.uk/food-and-drink/?id=791)
* Plus many, many more

Joining City Save is quick and easy (https://citysave.westminster.gov.uk/) and is an ideal way to experience everything Westminster has to offer.
https://www.instagram.com/sarahemilyporter/?hl=en
POP-UPS BRINGING THE WEST END TO LIFE: London’s artists and creatives are showing off their wares this summer through a series of pop-up exhibitions in the West End. This week, award-winning abstract artist, Sarah Porter (https://www.instagram.com/sarahemilyporter/?hl=en) is showcasing her work (pictured above, centre, with Cllr Matthew Green, left) at 22 Bury Street, next door to Green Park tube. Come and check out her brilliant work for free on Thursday from 10am to 6pm, and Friday from 10am to 7pm. Shobana Jeyasingh Dance (https://www.shobanajeyasingh.co.uk/explore/pop-up-dance/) is also hosting a vibrant dance hub at 169 Piccadilly until Friday. Find out more about the pop-ups here (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/londons-west-end-comes-life-new-pop-exhibitions-revamp-high-street-summer) .

https://www.instagram.com/p/CRrXrFUtftu/
A CIRCUS OF COLOUR: For the next six weeks, Piccadilly Circus has become more colourful than usual with a temporary set of hanging flags and pedestrian crossings bringing art literally to the streets. The Piccadilly Art Takeover is a partnership between Westminster City Council, the Royal Academy of Arts, Art of London (who provided the shot above (https://www.instagram.com/p/CRrXrFUtftu/) ) and the Mayor of London. Show us your own colourful snaps of Westminster by tagging us on Instagram @citywestminster (https://www.instagram.com/citywestminster/) or with #mywestminster (https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/mywestminster/) to be featured in a future edition!

** What’s on in Westminster
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These are just some of the events taking place in Westminster during the next few weeks. 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/westminster-music-library-open-day-tickets-161771674433?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

WESTMINSTER MUSIC LIBRARY OPEN DAY: The Westminster Music Library has reopened at an exciting new location within the Westminster Reference Library. To celebrate, we’re holding an Open Day with a ‘drop-in drum circle’ and a musical showcase from the City Lions.
* When: Saturday 31 July, 1pm to 4pm
* How to attend: Get all the details here (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/westminster-music-library-open-day-tickets-161771674433?aff=ebdssbdestsearch)
* Cost: Free

https://www.westminster.gov.uk/event/underbelly-festival-cavendish-square

HAVE A LAUGH AT UNDERBELLY: London’s original pop-up festival, Underbelly, is in Westminster for the first time this year at Cavendish Square. Enjoy a laugh with Rhod Gilbert and Marcus Brigstocke, or introduce your children to world’s most famous fox, Basil Brush.
* When: Throughout summer
* How to visit: Click here for details (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/event/underbelly-festival-cavendish-square)
* Cost: Prices vary

https://www.westminster.gov.uk/leisure-libraries-and-community/arts-and-culture/westminster-community-gallery/current-exhibitions

THE MAKING OF CHINATOWN: A free exhibition showing the development of London Chinatown and the people who shaped it from the 1960s to today.
* When: Until 15 September, Monday to Fridays, 10am to 5pm
* Where: City Hall, 64 Victoria Street, SW1E 6QP
* How to view: Click here for details (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/leisure-libraries-and-community/arts-and-culture/westminster-community-gallery/current-exhibitions)
* Cost: Free

https://www.somersethouse.org.uk/whats-on/dodge-summer

DODGE THE HEAT THIS SUMMER: Designed by Yinka Ilori, one of the most in-demand artistic figures, Somerset House’s courtyard has been transformed into a colourful, energetic spectacle of energy for everyone to enjoy. When you’re not bumping into other drivers, you can feast on a wide range of food and drink.
* When/Where: Until 22 August at Somerset House
* How to visit: Click here for details (https://www.somersethouse.org.uk/whats-on/dodge-summer)
* Cost: From £10 for table booking (walk-up rides from £5)

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