Lighting up the Thames

Wed May 26 17:31:12 BST 2021

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** Wednesday 26 May 2021
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** Public Health Updates
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ALL ABOARD THE VACCINE BUS: This week, we’re launching a coronavirus vaccine bus to offer walk-in vaccines to anyone who is eligible (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=4bd10a47c3&e=7e37558eca) . The bus will be in different areas of Westminster over the next few weeks. NHS staff will be on-board to deliver the vaccine and, alongside Council staff and volunteers, answer any of your questions. You can also pick up free COVID-19 home testing kits. The bus will launch tomorrow, Thursday 27 May, in Chinatown. Check the bus schedule here (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=25134d495f&e=7e37558eca) .

On Monday, the Council and NHS colleagues will be holding a health festival on Church Street. The vaccine bus will be there to offer walk-in vaccines, alongside other health stalls and information. COVID-19 Ambassadors will also be back in the north of Westminster, including Church Street, Harrow Road, Queen’s Park, Praed Street and Edgware Road on Monday 31 May and Tuesday 1 June to talk to residents about the vaccine and testing in multiple languages.
VACCINES NOW AVAILABLE TO 30+: If you’re aged 30 or over, or if you turn 30 before 1 July 2021, you can now book your COVID vaccination. Due to high demand, it’s advisable to book an appointment. Visit the NHS website (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=b7653fc103&e=7e37558eca) or call NHS 119 free of charge. Click here for full eligibility criteria and a list of vaccination centre locations in Westminster (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=2262bfa540&e=7e37558eca) .
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ENHANCED TESTING IN SCHOOLS: All secondary schools across Westminster are being invited to conduct supervised, symptom-free (lateral flow) testing (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=01d23b2987&e=7e37558eca) . This is a preventative measure, linked to variants of concern first identified in India and South Africa within North West London. To help stop the spread of COVID-19, everyone should take twice-weekly symptom-free tests. You can collect home testing kits from locations across Westminster (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=f0f5a8bb71&e=7e37558eca) or order them online. If anyone in your household needs financial support to self-isolate, you may be able to apply for a test and trace support payment (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=eda0838b7c&e=7e37558eca) .
WESTMINSTER ABBEY VACCINE CENTRE CLOSING: After today, Westminster Abbey will no longer operate as a vaccine centre. If you received your first dose at Westminster Abbey, the NHS will be in touch to book your second vaccination when it’s time.

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LIGHTING THE THAMES: Witness the River Thames like never before thanks to Illuminated River (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=8c3058c0e8&e=7e37558eca) , a 3.2 mile-long art project that spans nine of London’s iconic bridges, including Westminster and Waterloo. From dusk until 2am, the bridges become a feast for the eyes, bathed in a tapestry of colour, and visitors can now enjoy family fact packs and self-guided audio tours of the sites (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=82825005cd&e=7e37558eca) .

Princess Anne, the Princess Royal, visiting Veolia's Westminster Team
A RIGHT ROYAL RECYCLING VISIT: Last week, Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal visited Veolia’s Integrated Waste Management Facility in Southwark, the site that sorts the majority of Westminster’s recycling. The Veolia Westminster team was thanked for ensuring recycling, waste collections and street cleansing activities continued as normal during the pandemic. Veolia’s zero emission electric vehicles were also shown to The Princess Royal, including an e-sweeper and an e-tricycle that are currently operating in Westminster.

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NEW UNDER-25s FILM CLUB: Screen Film is launching its new Film Club in Westminster for under-25s. Following a screening of the BAFTA award-winning Rocks, a coming-of-age story about teenage girls of colour in London, you can take part in a special Q&A with some of the film’s cast and crew. Reserve your place now to join tomorrow (Thursday 27 May) from 6pm to 9pm (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=862096aa3f&e=7e37558eca) .

TELL US ABOUT YOUR DIGITAL EXPERIENCE: From 29 May to 7 July, we will be visiting a number of residents to find out about their digital experience and ability to access the internet. We want to find out what improvements we can offer to help make this a great experience in Westminster. The 12-minute, face-to-face survey will be conducted by Lake Market Research and all interviewers will carry ID. Participation is entirely voluntary and no identifying details will be passed to the Council (or any other organisation) without your permission. Please contact the Digital Inclusion Team on 07907 675939 or email digitalinclusion at westminster.gov.uk (mailto:digitalinclusion at westminster.gov.uk) if you have any queries about this survey.
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SIGN UP TODAY FOR A FREE BUSINESS COURSE: The Rebel Business School, in partnership with Westminster City Council and Derwent, is running a free, ten-day course to give you information and practical help to take your idea to the next level, without spending money or needing a business plan. Spaces are limited and are reserved for Westminster residents and businesses, so click here to claim your free ticket today (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=266522ea75&e=7e37558eca) .
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TACKLING INEQUALITY THROUGH SPORT:The incredible Coreen Brown, relationship manager on ActiveWestminster’s team, was featured on Sky Sports News (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=1b60bf6215&e=7e37558eca) highlighting some of the ways we use physical activity, leisure and sport to tackle diversity and inequality amongst our youth communities.
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ALL FOR YOUTH NEWSLETTER: Looking for activities to keep your child busy for the rest of half term? Check out the May edition of our All for Youth newsletter (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=fb43c28b5b&e=7e37558eca) , jam-packed with creative ideas for young people with SEND. Make an eco-friendly plant pot (like Dylan above), visit Ciné Lumière for inclusive screenings and much more! We’re always looking for new contributors – find out how to get involved and read the latest newsletter here (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=890a0bf152&e=7e37558eca) .
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LAST CHANCE TO SPEND HALF TERM WITH THE CITY LIONS: Our City Lions holiday programme is a perfect way to get your teen out and about in Westminster this half term. From 1 to 3 June, our in-person programme includes comic strip making, circus skills and an exclusive viewing at Tate Britain It’s your last chance to sign up and the programme is open to all 13 to 16-year-olds that live or study in Westminster. Sign your teen up today (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=1a7c11ee9b&e=7e37558eca) .

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CELEBRATING THE SPRING: This sun-lit shot of Paddington station by @inpaddington provides a great reminder that our City’s history can sometimes be found just by remembering to look up! We want to share more views of your Westminster in future editions of this newsletter. Just upload your pics to Instagram and tag us with @citywestminster (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=ef81a19222&e=7e37558eca) or #mywestminster (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=b67722fa83&e=7e37558eca) .

** What’s on in Westminster
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These are just some of the family-friendly events taking place in Westminster during half term. For a full list of things to do, check out the Events pages on our website (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=6ec6e5743e&e=7e37558eca) .
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DISCOVERY DAY AT HYDE PARK: Free outdoor activities during half term to help your family explore the park’s wildlife and nature. Pond dipping, bug hunting, bird watching – there’s something for everyone!
* Starts: 2 and 3 June from 11am to 3pm
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* Cost: Free

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EDUTAIN IS BACK: Join Edutain for lots of in-person sports and leisure activities for disabled youngsters aged 8 to 16, for just £1. From football to parachute games, basketball and boccia, there will be loads going on.
* Starts: From 1 to 3 June, 10am to 3pm
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* Cost: £1 per day

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CLUB ‘XPRESS AT WESTBOURNE PARK FAMILY CENTRE: Take part in games, sports, creativity, learning, play, friendship and lots of fun for three days. The club is open to young people aged 5 to 14 who live and/or study in Westminster.
* Starts: 2, 3 and 4 June, from 10am to 3pm
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* Cost: £10/15 for three days

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