We Stand With You, Ukraine

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and read more about our £2.1M grant to help rough sleepers

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Friday 24 February 2023
Welcome to the MyWestminster newsletter. This is your weekly update from Westminster City Council on what’s going on in your city. In this issue:
* We Stand With You, Ukraine (#main)
* More from the City (#city)
* Have Your Say (#say)
* Public Health Updates (#health)
* What’s on in Westminster (#whatson)

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https://youtu.be/TQkHhtcIImo
WE STAND WITH YOU, UKRAINE: One year on, we continue to support Ukrainians as they flee war. We've welcomed over 600 individuals and families. But the war isn't over. Want to make your home a refuge (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/ukraine-crisis) ?
Leader Adam Hug at the Ukraine vigil in Trafalgar Square

To show the council's commitment to supporting Ukraine, cabinet members attended a vigil last night with thousands of others in Trafalgar Square. Cabinet members in attendance included Leader Adam Hug, with representatives from both the US and Ukrainian embassies.

https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/new-kyiv-road-honours-struggle-embattled-nation
We've also announced a new road name (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/new-kyiv-road-honours-struggle-embattled-nation) - Kyiv Road - to mark the first anniversary of the war. The change of street name (on a stretch of Bayswater Road) is paid for from existing ward budgets, so there's no additional cost to residents. Watch our conversation with the Ukrainian ambassador (https://youtu.be/kKbLVDi2XQo)  about its significance. The new sign is pictured above being held by Cllr Adam Hug.
City Hall and Marble Arch illumined yellow and blue
And we've illuminated Marble Arch and City Hall to show our continued solidarity.
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#City
Prince William and the Leader opening Bentley House
£2.1M GRANT TO SUPPORT ROUGH SLEEPERS: HRH The Prince of Wales and Leader of Westminster City Council, Cllr Adam Hug, (in collaboration with The Passage) opened the Bentley House facility in Victoria, with 20 flats for rough sleepers. Cllr Hug said:

“I am proud Westminster City Council has supported this new centre with a £2.1m grant. It will play a key role in helping some of the most vulnerable rough sleepers away from the streets and towards longer term help. We spend more than any other authority – more than £12m a year – to help those living rough.”
https://youtu.be/XicnLYCc8Zs
SUPPORT FOR DEBT IS HERE: Small changes can make a big difference. We want to support residents who might be feeling anxious about their finances. Watch Shivani from the Debt Free Bus (https://youtu.be/XicnLYCc8Zs) give tips on managing your money. And remember to check out our cost of living hub (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/cost-of-living-support) .
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https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/cctv-trialled-hotspot-areas-catch-fly-tippers-abandoning-household-and-building-waste

CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Our newly installed CCTV cameras are working and we're already investigating perpetrators of fly-tipping. Remember to report (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/report-it) if you see dumped waste and read more about our trial to clamp down on these practices (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/cctv-trialled-hotspot-areas-catch-fly-tippers-abandoning-household-and-building-waste) .

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HOW TO STOP SPREADING NOROVIRUS: The winter vomiting bug that we all dread is on the rise. The good news is that it goes away in two to three days. If you have it, remember to:
* Wash your hands regularly: use soap and water, hand sanitiser is not effective against norovirus
* Stay at home: stay away from school or work until 48 hours after the symptoms have stopped
* Do not visit your GP, hospital, care homes or visiting vulnerable loved ones while symptomatic: call your GP, NHS 111 or visit the NHS norovirus webpage (https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/norovirus/)

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https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/fairer-westminster-launch-tickets-559343851517
HELP US BUILD A FAIRER WESTMINSTER: Find out how we're creating a Fairer Westminster at this community event hosted by the Leader of the Council and your Cabinet Members. Join us in-person on Tuesday 21 March, 5.45pm to 7.30pm at Grand Junction, St Mary Magdalene Church, Rowington Close, W2 5TF. Register via Eventbrite to reserve your place (https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/fairer-westminster-launch-tickets-559343851517) .
https://www.westminster.gov.uk/apply-kings-coronation-street-party
HOST A STREET PARTY FOR THE CORONATION: To celebrate the Coronation we're supporting residents and community groups to host street parties. The Coronation is taking place on Saturday 6 May, with a weekend of celebrations. If you'd like to host a street party over the bank holiday weekend, find out everything you need to know (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/apply-kings-coronation-street-party) .
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CHAMPIONS OF THE FUTURE: The Champions of the Future programme is now open for applications. Run by ActiveWestminster and EveryoneActive, it gives talented athletes an opportunity to access financial support and mentoring. Applications are open until 13th March. Sign up (https://bit.ly/3KdJmL1) .

https://active.westminster.gov.uk/card/

GET ACTIVE FOR LESS: Did you know that the ActiveWestminster card gives all Westminster residents discounts at our leisure centres. This includes at least 30% off activities and discounted swimming. Get your card today (https://active.westminster.gov.uk/card/) .

https://www.westminster.gov.uk/westminster-city-save
ENJOY WESTMINSTER 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 at Storm Flowers Garden (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/westminster-city-save/20-storm-flowers-garden)  for garden tools and home accessories

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