Remembering Grenfell - five years on

Fri Jun 17 17:01:39 BST 2022

Plus, celebrating 50 years of Pride, cracking down on candy stores, and putting the breaks on pedicabs

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** Friday 17 June 2022
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Welcome to the MyWestminster newsletter – your weekly update from Westminster City Council. In this issue:
* Grenfell – Five Years On (#grenfell)
* Celebrating 50 Years of Pride (#pride)
* Information for Residents (#residents)
* What’s on in Westminster (#whatson)
* Save with City Save (#citysave)
* Public Health Updates (#health)

** Grenfell – Five Years On
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https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/remembering-grenfell-statement-leader-council
This week we marked the fifth anniversary of the Grenfell tragedy, remembering those who lost their lives, those bereaved and everyone affected. Leader of Westminster City Council, Cllr Adam Hug, commented (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/remembering-grenfell-statement-leader-council) : “Five years on, the pain and horror of the Grenfell Tower tragedy remain as strong as ever. The tragedy should be the cue for us to redouble our efforts to ensure people are never again forced to live in substandard and dangerous accommodation. It shows the vital responsibly those in authority have to ensure people are kept safe and the ongoing need for transparency and accountability in public life.”

** Celebrating 50 Years of Pride
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6ctuX_wLgM
Everyone is welcome in Westminster, that’s why we want to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/pride-london) in our city and beyond. This is Pride in London’s 50th anniversary and in the above video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6ctuX_wLgM) , Cllr Patrick Lilley, the council’s LGBTQ+ Lead Member, shares his experiences of Pride. But we also want to hear from you! Share your Pride memories by tagging us on social media using the hashtags #WestminsterCelebratesPride and #LGBTQIA+Pride. In the meantime, check out the fantastic events happening for Pride in Westminster (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/pride-london) .

** Information for Residents
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https://twitter.com/WCCpressoffice/status/1537010688480223238
CRACKING DOWN ON CANDY SHOPS: Council officers raided three American-style candy stores on Oxford Street on Monday, seizing more than £100,000 worth of counterfeit and unsafe goods – including £22,000 worth of fake Wonka chocolate bars (https://twitter.com/WCCpressoffice/status/1537010688480223238) in one shop alone. It is part of an ongoing campaign by the council to highlight trading standards breaches in US sweet and souvenir shops, along with the fact we are investigating 30 shops on Oxford Street for business rate arrears of nearly £8m.
https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/westminster-council-secures-record-fines-nuisance-pedicab-drivers
PUTTING THE BRAKES ON PEDICABS: Five pedicab operators have been issued the largest fines to date following enforcement action by Westminster City Council and the Metropolitan Police, highlighting our continued commitment to tackling the issue (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/westminster-council-secures-record-fines-nuisance-pedicab-drivers) . During the last year, more than 50 pedicab operators have been reported for prosecutions and we’ve moved hundreds of drivers on for playing excessively loud music and creating accessibility issues by blocking pavements.
https://haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/busreview
SUPPORT OUR LOCAL BUSES: Transport for London has announced its ‘Central London Bus Review’ consultation, which proposes changes to bus routes across the city. For Westminster, the following routes will be impacted: 11, 14, 16, 24, 31 and 74. Buses are needed to offer our residents the cheapest way to travel around London and are vital for those who are not able-bodied or who work nightshifts. This is why we’re asking residents to take part in the consultation (https://haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/busreview) . By doing so, you can ensure your voices are heard. Have your say today (https://haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/busreview) .
https://www.royalparks.org.uk/whats-on/latest-news/disruption-in-the-green-park-and-st-jamess-park
HELPING WESTMINSTER TO BE MORE CYCLE-FRIENDLY: We’re pleased to announce that the Royal Parks and Transport for London will reopen the Cycle Superhighway 3 in Green Park from Saturday 18 June. This temporary suspension was to facilitate the ceremonial events that took place for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. You can read more about it here (https://www.royalparks.org.uk/whats-on/latest-news/disruption-in-the-green-park-and-st-jamess-park) .
COMMEMORATING THE FALKLANDS CONFLICT: Westminster City Council’s Armed Forces Champion, Cllr Ellie Ormsby issued the following statement this week, to commemorate the 40-year anniversary of the Falklands War. “This week’s anniversary gives us the opportunity to remember the great sacrifice and commitment of our service personnel in protecting the rights and sovereignty of the Falkland Islands. A commitment no less relevant now given the turbulence we see across Europe. We remember all those impacted by the conflict and are committed to supporting service personnel and veterans across our city today.”

** What’s on in Westminster
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NvR7ez_SW0o&list=PLGxBE7qhxgFopqFJ55l1uejoMlhrKeXPz
CELEBRATING WINDRUSH DAY 2022: On Wednesday 22 June, join us at the Westminster Windrush Film Festival (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/westminster-windrush-film-festival-2022-tickets-358572418757) to celebrate the contributions of the Windrush generation. The event will feature the epic screening of the ‘Still We Rise’ documentary which captures the experiences of our Westminster Windrush generation as they took an extraordinary step in their lives to travel to Britain. The documentary delivers a living testimony of their personal stories, of hope, cultural influences, and communities. Tickets are free. Find out more at Westminster Windrush Film Festival 2022 (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/westminster-windrush-film-festival-2022-tickets-358572418757) .
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/westminster-windrush-film-festival-2022-tickets-358572418757
LIGHTS CAMERA ACTION – WEST END LIVE IS NEARLY HERE: Join us Saturday 25 and Sunday 26 June for a weekend of performances from London’s most celebrated musicals and discover exciting new shows with West End LIVE in Trafalgar Square (https://www.westendlive.co.uk/) . Theatre’s biggest stars will give exclusive performances in front of thousands of spectators to showcase the very best of the London stage over two summmm-er n-iiiii-ghtsss – tell me more, tell me more! The event is free and hugely popular. You don’t need to book, just turn up on the day and join in! Check out the full line up and get more information (https://www.westendlive.co.uk/) .
https://youtu.be/jh3--8XdbJU
CITY LIONS – CREATIVE COLLECTIVE ART LIVE NOW IN LIBRARIES: The artistic talents of young Westminster residents are being showcased in local libraries, highlighting their feelings towards climate change and equality. From 6 June to 4 July, artwork will be displayed for all to enjoy. The Creative Collective will be showcased in Paddington, Maida Vale, Pimlico, and Westminster Reference library. You can vote for your favourite art pieces and this will determine the work to be shown in the Saatchi Gallery, later this year. Check out our virtual tour (https://youtu.be/jh3--8XdbJU) to get a glimpse of the amazing artwork on display!
https://www.marylebonevillage.com/whats-on-and-features/item/262-marylebone-summer-festival
ENJOY THE SUN AT MARYLEBONE’S SUMMER FESTIVAL: Marylebone’s annual summer event is returning on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 June.The festival will include an open-air cinema, dog show, al fresco bars, live music performances, as well as family-friendly activities. The brands in Marylebone Village will offer an exciting array of in-store activations, exclusive discounts, special menus and extended opening hours. With over 200 retailers involved, there is something for everyone in this exciting destination in the heart of central London. Head over to Marylebone Summer Festival (https://www.marylebonevillage.com/whats-on-and-features/item/262-marylebone-summer-festival) for more.
https://portal.earthsense.co.uk/WestminsterPublic/
CLEAN AIR DAY 2022: To mark Clean Air Day, Westminster City Council and EarthSense (https://www.earthsense.co.uk/) have launched an air quality online portal (https://portal.earthsense.co.uk/WestminsterPublic/) to view data in real time from sensors installed at four Westminster primary schools. These will raise awareness of air quality and encourage sustainable travel. Come along to see a demonstration of this amazing new technology at Pimlico Library on 22 June between 1pm and 3pm; Church Street Library on 24 June between 12pm and 2pm; or at the SouthWestFest at St George’s Square SW1 on 25 and 26 June.

** Save with City Save
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https://www.westminster.gov.uk/westminster-city-save
MORE OFFERS WITH CITY SAVE: Our membership scheme for residents is free to join and brings you discounts and savings that can help you make the most of your city. Current offers include:
* Get 20% off all services at Live True Soho (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/westminster-city-save/20-all-services-live-true-soho) . The Live True London Soho hair salon offers a full range of hair and beauty services in the heart of Soho.
* Enjoy 10% off authentic Indian cuisine at Maharaja of India (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/westminster-city-save/10-discount-maharaja-india) , mouth-watering traditional Indian cuisine cooked to perfection in the heart of Leicester Square.

Find more great offers on food and drink, culture and entertainment, sport and leisure, shopping and much more at the City Save website (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/westminster-city-save) .

** Public Health Updates
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https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/prostate-cancer/symptoms/
MEN’S HEALTH WEEK – BE AWARE OF PROSTATE CANCER: One in eight men will get prostate cancer. If you’re over 50, black, or your dad or brother had prostate cancer, you’re at even higher risk of getting it. Prostate cancer is not always life-threatening. But when it is, the earlier you catch it the more likely it is to be cured. For more information, including what symptoms to look out for, please visit the NHS website (https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/prostate-cancer/symptoms/) .

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