Strengthening your high streets

[MyWestminster Updates]

Plus, bringing colour and joy to the centre of the city

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Friday 07 July 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:
* Building a Fairer Economy (#main)
* Celebrating Pride (#pride)
* More From the City (#city)
* Have Your Say (#say)
* What’s on in Westminster (#whatson)
* Public Health Updates (#health)

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https://www.westminster.gov.uk/place-shaping/westminster-high-streets-programme
STRENGTHENING THE HIGH STREET: Council Leader Adam Hug and Cllr Geoff Barraclough, Cabinet Member for Planning and Economic Development (pictured above), spent Friday on Edgware Road talking to local traders about plans to upgrade local high streets. Edgware Road, Praed Street, Queensway, and Westbourne Grove are among some of the areas being looked at by our teams.

Cllr Barraclough, said: “Everyone supports the West End as an engine of the UK economy, but we need to ensure all parts of our city can share in the post-pandemic revival of London’s economy. We’re asking local people: what do you want from your high street? What would make where you live a stronger community?”
Find out more about the High Streets Programme (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/place-shaping/westminster-high-streets-programme)
https://fnp9okf3voi.typeform.com/regentstreet

HAVE YOUR SAY ON REGENT STREET: We’re also working with The Crown Estate to try and understand our residents’ priorities for Regent Street. We’ve launched a full engagement programme to explore just this. Get involved and have your say by joining one of our workshops (https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/future-of-regent-street-have-your-say-808209) or completing our survey (https://fnp9okf3voi.typeform.com/regentstreet) .

Help us reshape Regent Street (https://fnp9okf3voi.typeform.com/regentstreet)
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GIF of Pride in Westminster
CELEBRATING PRIDE: We marked Pride this year with a float at the parade organised by the Rainbow Network in collaboration with Unison and Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. The float featured designs from Elimu Mas Academy as well as carnival costumes as a nod to the 75th anniversary of Windrush.
Cleaning staff in Westminster

Cleaning staff in Westminster

THANK YOU TO THE CLEAN-UP CREW: Special thanks to the team at Veolia who did a fantastic job of cleaning up after the Pride celebrations and to those who attended and took their rubbish with them after the parade.
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https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/westminster-abbey-bells-chime-lord-mayors-civic-service
BELLS CHIME FOR THE LORD MAYOR: Westminster Abbey was the location for one of the most important events in the council’s calendar on Sunday as it hosted the Civic Service marking the appointment of the new Lord Mayor of Westminster, Cllr Patricia McAllister.
https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/westminster-abbey-bells-chime-lord-mayors-civic-service
After the service, councillors, cadets from the RAF, Army, London Fire Brigade and St John Ambulance and Cllr McAllister’s family joined the Lord Mayor for a reception in the grounds of Westminster Abbey with the bells of the Abbey ringing in the background.
https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/westminster-abbey-bells-chime-lord-mayors-civic-service
What are matins? Click to find out (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/westminster-abbey-bells-chime-lord-mayors-civic-service)
https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/former-westminster-tenant-found-guilty-three-counts-fraud

TACKLING FRAUD AND INJUSTICE: Council housing is meant to be for those truly in need. And we want all forms of defrauding the system to end. A former Westminster resident has been found guilty on three charges of fraud following a three-day trial after dishonestly getting and sub-letting a council property.

See how we’re cracking down on fraud (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/former-westminster-tenant-found-guilty-three-counts-fraud)
https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/ashbridge-street-scheme-delivers-westminster-city-councils-affordable-housing-promise

DELIVERING AFFORDABLE HOMES: Our Church Street regeneration project has achieved a significant milestone with the completion of a number of new homes. Out of the total homes completed, 26 at Ashbridge Street and 2 homes at Shroton Street have been designated as genuinely affordable.

Learn about our Fairer Housing (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/ashbridge-street-scheme-delivers-westminster-city-councils-affordable-housing-promise)
https://youtu.be/XQ83NzfK5bg
FUNDING FOR SCHOOL UNIFORMS EXTENDED: The council will continue to help families with the cost of school uniforms. If your child is receiving the government-funded free school meals and attending a Westminster primary school, you're eligible for support.
Find out more about uniform support (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/council-funding-school-uniforms-extended-until-july-2024)
https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/new-funding-create-green-spaces-city

FUNDING FOR GREENING PROJECTS: We’ve awarded £350k of funding to deliver local greening projects. ‘Greening Westminster’ launched early this year and allowed businesses, residents and community groups to apply for funding. The funding will be used to create new communal green spaces across Westminster.

See how we’re improving your local area (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/new-funding-create-green-spaces-city)
https://www.westminster.gov.uk/report-it

https://www.westminster.gov.uk/report-it

YOU REPORT IT, WE FIX IT: We’re making improvements to issues in the city that our residents and business flag, like improving the bus stop markings in Elgin Avenue (pictured above).
Tell us what needs fixing (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/report-it)
City Hall in blue to symbolise our gratitude and support for the NHS and its staff

ILLUMINATING CITY HALL: Wednesday 5 July marked 75 years of the National Health Service. We celebrated by lighting up City Hall in blue to symbolise our gratitude and support for the NHS and its staff.

COST OF LIVING SUPPORT – HARDSHIP FUND: Our newly launched Hardship Fund, funded by the Department for Work and Pensions, is dedicated to helping those who received Universal Credit or pension credit after 25 February 2023.
Apply today (http://www.westminster.gov.uk/cost-of-living-support/hardship-fund)
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https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/ShepherdMarket/

SHEPHERD MARKET CONSULTATION: Do you visit Shepherd Market? We’re revitalising the area, prioritising pedestrian access and improving the experience for residents and businesses. Your input matters - join our consultation and have your say today.

Make your mark on the market (https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/ShepherdMarket/)
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https://ourcity.org.uk/haf-programme

ACTIVITIES AND FOOD FOR YOUNG PEOPLE: Summer holidays are just around the corner and there’s lots to do for young people in Westminster. From drama, music, arts and crafts to sports and inclusive SEND activities, there’s something for everyone. See what’s available and join the fun.

Don’t miss out this summer (https://ourcity.org.uk/haf-programme)
mailto:Office at nhcarnival.org

CARNIVAL IS BACK: You’re invited to a meeting about carnival on Monday 17 July, 6.30pm at the Tabernacle (34-35 Powis Square, W11 2AY) where you can raise any questions and concerns you might have with this year’s organisers and other organisations. No need to sign up, just come down to ask any questions you have.

Want to know more about the meeting? (mailto:Office at nhcarnival.org)
http://www.westminster.gov.uk/insideout

GOT ANY PLANS FOR AUGUST? Explore our city’s vibrant art and culture scene during this year’s Inside Out Festival (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/council-brings-world-renowned-art-and-performances-residents-doorstep-one-four-said-they-have-not) . There’s guided walks, dance and drama shows, workshops, music and so much more. Visit some of Westminster’s top attractions and some of the secret ones too with a jam-packed schedule of the most creative activities happening this summer.

Plan your fun today (http://www.westminster.gov.uk/insideout)
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 fit for the summer with a FREE circuit class in Bayswater (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/westminster-city-save/circuit-society-bayswater-first-class-free) .
* Get 10% off My Potty Training Camp (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/westminster-city-save/10-my-potty-training-camptm) this summer at Portland Place or Paddington Street.

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https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/mpox/find-a-mpox-vaccination-site/

MPOX: Mpox vaccinations will be extended in London after new cases were diagnosed recently. We urge all those who haven’t yet received their first or second dose to come forward. Those eligible for the vaccine include gay, bisexual or other men who have sex with men who have multiple sexual partners, participate in group sex or attend sex on premises venues.

Find your nearest mpox vaccination site (https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/mpox/find-a-mpox-vaccination-site/)
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