Wishing you a Happy New Year!

[MyWestminster Updates]

A message from the Leader of the Council plus New Year service changes

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Friday 29 December 2023
Welcome to MyWestminster, your weekly update on everything happening in your city. This week:
* A Very Happy New Year (#main)
* More From the City (#city)
* What’s on in Westminster (#whatson)
* Have Your Say (#say)
* Public Health Update (#health)

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https://youtu.be/REU_tOXj5NU
This year, Westminster City Council has been working hard on delivering our Fairer Westminster strategy (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/fairer-westminster) for the people of this city. In the above video, Leader of the Council, Cllr Adam Hug, talks about some of the highlights from 2023, from delivering truly affordable housing to tackling the climate emergency, and also how we want as many people as possible to get involved in local decision making in 2024.
Watch the Leader’s New Year message here (https://youtu.be/REU_tOXj5NU)
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https://www.westminster.gov.uk/xmas-recycling
RECYCLING YOUR REAL CHRISTMAS TREE: When you take down your tree, take it to your nearest recycling point so that your real tree can be recycled into woodchip and soil improver at one of Westminster’s 25 recycling points.
Find your nearest recycling point here (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/xmas-recycling)
https://www.westminster.gov.uk/christmas-westminster/service-changes
NEW YEAR SERVICE UPDATES: There are some planned service operating changes over the New Year period, such as temporary opening hours for libraries and housing offices, plus changes to waste collection dates. Our website has the latest information on all changes.
Get the latest service updates here (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/christmas-westminster/service-changes)
THERE IS NO PLACE FOR HATE CRIME IN WESTMINSTER

If you’ve been the victim of hate crime, if someone is in immediate danger or needs support right away, then dial 999. Hate crime can also be reported online, by 101 on the phone or at a police station.

Click here to learn more about reporting a hate crime (https://www.met.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/hco/hate-crime/how-to-report-hate-crime/)
Click here for the latest community safety information (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/safety-information-local-communities)
Click here to see find support for our diverse communities (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/supporting-our-communities)
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https://lnydp.com/
(Image courtesy: London’s New Year Day Parade/DK PR)
LONDON’S NEW YEAR DAY PARADE: The annual New Year’s Day Parade will be taking place on 1 January from noon, travelling from Piccadilly, along Regent Street, past Trafalgar Square and into Whitehall. Watch out for our own entry in the parade highlighting our work to become a net zero city by 2040!
Celebrate the New Year (https://lnydp.com/)
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/local-area-panel-information-session-tickets-764645995757?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
LOCAL AREA PANELS: If you’re a Westminster resident who is passionate about improving your local area, join us on Wednesday 10 January at City Hall to find out about the Community Priorities Programme. Work alongside other residents, councillors and community champions to identify local community priorities.
Register for the event (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/local-area-panel-information-session-tickets-764645995757?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl)
https://www.westminster.gov.uk/city-save
ENJOY WESTMINSTER WITH CITY SAVE: Our residents’ membership scheme is free to join and offers amazing discounts and savings including:
* Get £6 off a resident unlimited annual pass to the London Transport Museum (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/westminster-city-save/london-transport-museum-ps6-admission-discount) . Lively galleries and exhibits tell the story of London’s transport system and how it shaped the lives of people living and working in London.
* Enjoy 15% off tickets at Skate West End in Hanover Square (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/westminster-city-save/skate-west-end-hanover-square) . Note: Offer ends 1 January so get your skates on!

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https://westminster.commonplace.is/

MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD: We are committed to putting local people at the heart of decision-making. Our Consultations Hub lets you comment on consultations and decision-making on topics of interest you.
Resolve to make a difference to your city (https://westminster.commonplace.is/)
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https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/flu/

KEEPING WELL THIS WINTER: If you’re planning to celebrate New Year’s Eve with family and friends this weekend, there are some things we can all do to protect ourselves and loved ones. Stay at home and avoid close contact with others if you’re not feeling well, and wash your hands regularly with soap and warm water.
Spread love this winter… not germs (https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/flu/)
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