MyWestminster - 10 March 2021

Wed Mar 10 15:23:51 GMT 2021

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** Wednesday 10 March 2021
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** Public Health Updates
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https://www.westminster.gov.uk/event/covid-19-vaccination-event
#ASKWESTMINSTER LIVE EVENT WITH NADHIM ZAHAWI MP: Join us in a few hours’ time for a live event on the roll out of the COVID-19 vaccine (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/event/covid-19-vaccination-event) .

The event will take place at 6.30pm to 7.30pm tonight, Wednesday 10 March. The Leader of Westminster City Council, Cllr Rachael Robathan, will be posing your questions about the vaccine roll out to the Minister for COVID-19 Vaccine Deployment, Nadhim Zahawi, and Joint Chief Regional Nurse for London, Martin Machray.

Pose your questions live by simply posting them in the question box during the event.

Click here to watch the event at 6.30pm (https://www.bigmarker.com/Encoreglobal/AskWestminster-Live-Event-with-Nadhim-Zahawi-MP-Wed)
You can also watch the event on our Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/events/257338602596793/) or YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiBJoktetqLcI_pL8u-Q0oA) channels.
LET’S GET VACCINATED: The sooner we are all vaccinated, the sooner we can get back to normal. If you are aged 56 or over, or are clinically extremely vulnerable, an eligible frontline health worker or an eligible frontline social worker, or you are eligible for Carer’s Allowance, you can now book your COVID-19 vaccination appointment without needing an invitation letter by visiting the NHS vaccination website (https://www.nhs.uk/covid-vaccination) or by calling NHS 119, free of charge.

Find out more information on the COVID-19 vaccination (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/vaccinations)
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-response-spring-2021
ROADMAP OUT OF LOCKDOWN: As of Monday 8 March, Westminster – along with the rest of England – has begun to lift restrictions in line with the roadmap out of lockdown. You must stay at home and should only go outdoors for a limited set of reasons:
* shopping for basic necessities, either for yourself or for a vulnerable person
* going to work if you cannot do so from home, or to provide voluntary or charitable services
* exercising with or spending time in outdoor public spaces with your household, support bubble or with just one other person
* meeting your support bubble (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/making-a-support-bubble-with-another-household) or childcare bubble (https://www.gov.uk/guidance/making-a-childcare-bubble-with-another-household) where necessary
* to seek medical assistance or avoid injury, illness or risk of harm (including domestic abuse)
* to attend education or childcare
* to visit a care home resident if you are their named visitor
* getting tested for coronavirus (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/testing) or getting the COVID-19 vaccine

We will continue to bring you the latest updates to the rules on our website (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/latest-coronavirus-updates) .
https://www.westminster.gov.uk/back-to-school
WESTMINSTER GOES BACK TO SCHOOL: All of Westminster’s primary and secondary schools welcomed pupils back this week after more than two months of studying at home. We have been working very closely with headteachers during the pandemic to offer support and guidance, including ensuring measures are in place to keep classrooms safe.

Westminster City School Headteacher, Peter Broughton, said: “At Westminster City School, our reopening plans are mindful of the need to keep everyone safe. It has been fantastic to see so many people back in our buildings and having all our young people back at Palace Street.”

Find out about the increased safety measures in place at our schools (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/back-to-school) .
We are proud of the education offer in Westminster. 93% of City of Westminster schools have been judged outstanding or good by Ofsted and these schools are attended by 95% of Westminster’s children.

At City of Westminster schools – amazing starts today. (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/city-westminster-schools-your-childs-future-starts-today)
SYMPTOM FREE TESTING FOR HOUSEHOLDS AND BUBBLES OF PUPILS: Regular, twice weekly symptom-free testing is now available for the school community, including pupils, parents, support bubbles and staff. You can collect free, fast and easy to use tests at the following locations between 1.30pm and 7pm, 7 days a week. You do not need to book in advance:
* Greenside Community Centre, 24 Lilestone Street, Marylebone, NW8 8SR
* Grosvenor Hall, Vincent Street, SW1P 4HB
* Lydford Tenants and Residents Hall, 74 Fernheard Road, W9 3EW

Please do not visit outside these hours, as the sites are used to test people with coronavirus symptoms during these times. The sites are thoroughly deep-cleaned daily and are not open to people with coronavirus symptoms during collection times. You can also order free home test kits via the Government’s website (https://www.gov.uk/order-coronavirus-rapid-lateral-flow-tests) .

** Council Updates
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https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/spades-hit-ground-greener-oxford-street
REINVENTING THE NATION’S HIGH STREET: Work is now underway on measures that will make more space for people, add trees and greenery, introduce seating and cycle parking and create pocket parks throughout the Oxford Street District.

The temporary measures, due to be completed by late spring, will create a welcoming and safe environment for residents, workers and visitors when lockdown restrictions are eased, helping retailers, restaurants, cafes and other businesses in the area to bounce back. They are part of a huge programme of works and activity to reinvent the nation’s high street.

Leader of Westminster City Council, Cllr Rachael Robathan (pictured above), said: “These initial measures will literally pave the way for an economic recovery. They will create a new visitor-friendly environment and reinforce the area as one of the best places in the world to live, work, shop and visit.”

Click here for further information on the project (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/spades-hit-ground-greener-oxford-street) .
https://youtu.be/DSryZJx9pUg
CENSUS 2021 – MAKING IT COUNT: We all care about local services. Which is why it’s important that as many residents as possible complete the census. By doing so, you are making your voice heard and helping us better understand your needs. It also helps us secure the central Government funding needed by our libraries, leisure and sports centres, family hubs and more.

Although Census Day is Sunday 21 March, the online survey can be completed right now. If you’re unable to complete the survey online, you can request a paper version or contact the public help centre to complete it via telephone: 0800 141 2021.

Find out more about the census (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/census2021/?UTM_id=census21_mywestminster) .

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/city-lions-easter-challenge-creative-writing-competition-registration-142877224625
GET WRITING WITH THE CITY LIONS: This Easter, in collaboration with Oakray (https://www.oakrays.co.uk/) , the City Lions are challenging you to a creative writing competition (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/city-lions-easter-challenge-creative-writing-competition-registration-142877224625) ! We would like you to produce a piece of creative writing (between 500 and 1,000 words) about the ways the pandemic has changed your daily life at home. Your submission could be a short story, a poem, song lyrics, a film script or even spoken word. Prizes include a brand-new tablet and cash vouchers!

Find out more and secure your place on the challenge today! (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/city-lions-easter-challenge-creative-writing-competition-registration-142877224625)

mailto:ngjergji at westminster.gov.uk
CARERS NEEDED FOR PAID ROLES: There are 100 vacancies available in Westminster right now for carers. If you stay in the role for one month, you’ll receive a £200 voucher on top of your pay! You don’t need any prior experience or training to make an application, but you do need to be a current Westminster or Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea resident over the age of 19. The jobs pay from £9.15 to £10.75 per hour, increasing to £16 per hour on bank holidays.

The Westminster Employment Service (WES) is supporting applicants looking to start in such roles. One candidate, Rajaa Bouziane, said: “The support I received from WES was amazing! Every interaction I had with the allocated WES Manager was delightful and productive. I’m extremely excited to start my new career in care.”

If you’re interested in applying, please send your current CV to Nikoletta Gjergji at ngjergji at westminster.gov.uk (mailto:ngjergji at westminster.gov.uk) .
https://iniva.org/programme/projects/reflections-on-public-realm/
Image: Ting-Ting Cheng, 2 March 1981. Film still, courtesy of the artist
REFLECTIONS ON PUBLIC REALM: Throughout March, the Institute of International Visual Arts (Iniva) has commissioned four artists to share work that engages with questions on public space and collective memory. Through these commissions, Iniva wants to bring the conversations to Londoners, giving them the opportunity to share their views.

Commissions will be shared throughout the month and you can find out more about the project from Iniva’s website (https://iniva.org/programme/projects/reflections-on-public-realm/) .

** What’s on in Westminster
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A selection of 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/nick-ross-investigates-the-secret-history-of-orme-square-tickets-139642124353

THE SECRET HISTORY OF ORME SQUARE: Nick Ross talks about his historical detective work and reveals the hidden stories behind this London square.
* Starts: Thursday, 11 March at 6.30pm
* How to join: Book your place via Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/nick-ross-investigates-the-secret-history-of-orme-square-tickets-139642124353)
* Cost: Free to join

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/spirit-of-the-blitz-with-marc-blake-tickets-141292061359?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

SPIRIT OF THE BLITZ: Award-winning author, Marc Blake, talks about his new thriller set during the Blitz.
* Starts: Monday, 15 March at 6pm
* How to join: Book your place via Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-great-unrecorded-history-lgbtq-history-and-heritage-tickets-136076980913)
* Cost: Free to join

https://www.westminster.gov.uk/event/young-carers-action-day

YOUNG CARERS ACTION DAY: Celebrate the amazing contribution young carers make to their families and communities.
* Starts: Tuesday, 16 March at 10am
* How to join: See full programme of events (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/event/young-carers-action-day)
* Cost: Free to join

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