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Friday 17 March 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:
* Creating a Fairer Westminster (#main)
* More From the City (#city)
* Have Your Say (#say)
* What’s on in Westminster (#whatson)
* Public Health Updates (#health)

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https://youtu.be/InhxsRwDCxs
MORE HELP FOR THOSE MOST IN NEED: We are proposing to invest £650,000 in mental health services (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/over-half-million-pounds-assigned-support-mental-health-services-residents) and support for those with learning disabilities. This includes a mental wellness scheme and community centre where residents can learn new skills in a safe and friendly environment, as well as health and wellbeing programmes, and advice on managing the cost of living, staying safe and digital literacy. The investment is part of a wider programme to maintain mental health support in Westminster. In the above video (https://youtu.be/InhxsRwDCxs) , Cllr Nafsika Butler-Thalassis speaks about how this will help people rebuild confidence and connect with others. Meanwhile, if you are looking for advice, there are resources available (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/advice-vulnerable-residents/mental-health-support) to support the most vulnerable residents.
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#City
https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/additional-ps1million-ease-cost-living-pressures
HELPING WITH THE COST OF LIVING: To help with the cost of living crisis, we announced last year an additional £2 million in funding that would be split into two parts. The second of these £1m funding pots is now being put towards support (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/news/additional-ps1million-ease-cost-living-pressures) that includes emergency funding for voluntary and community organisers, discretionary housing payments for low-income renters and summer holiday activities. Find out how we’re providing support and get more help at our support hub (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/cost-of-living-support) .
https://www.abundanceinvestment.com/our-investments/councils/westminster-green-investment-2028

INVEST IN A GREEN WESTMINSTER: For as little as £5 you can become an agent of change (https://www.abundanceinvestment.com/our-investments/councils/westminster-green-investment-2028) by contributing to our net-zero ambitions. We’ve partnered with Abundance to launch the Westminster Green Investment – the easiest way for you to start your investment journey in an ethical and sustainable way. Capital at risk. Investments are long term and may not be readily realisable. This investment is being arranged by Abundance Investment, who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (525432).

https://www.westminster.gov.uk/report-it
CLEANING UP THE TOWN: Our street teams continue to respond to your reports of fly-tipping, broken infrastructure and anti-social behaviour. We deal with hundreds of issues every month, including reinstating road markings near Regent’s Park, and dealing with a graffiti trouble spot in Pimlico (both pictured above). You can flag items to our teams through our Report It web tool (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/report-it) .
CALLING FOR FAIRER FLOODING SUPPORT: Following the flash floods that took place in July 2021, which saw 1,500 properties affected, we are partnering with other London councils – including Kensington and Chelsea, Hammersmith and Fulham, and Camden – to call for reforms to the eligibility criteria for the Flood Re scheme to ensure it supports affordable home insurance. It is apparent that affected residents need access to affordable insurance cover and protection from the devastating effects of any future flooding. Read our letter in full here (https://mcusercontent.com/a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca/files/52276575-81f5-4fd2-6c43-a5d4e1d97808/DEFRA_Flood_Insurance_and_Property_Resilience_Team.pdf) .
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https://www.westminster.gov.uk/connaught-village-green-public-space-consultation
CONNAUGHT VILLAGE CONSULTATION: We are proposing improvements to the junction between Connaught Street and Kendal Street. This will increase green space, reduce traffic and provide more pedestrian accessibility. Our website has full details and we’re keen to get your views (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/connaught-village-green-public-space-consultation) , either via our online questionnaire or at our drop-in session on 24 March.
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https://www.westminster.gov.uk/leisure-libraries-and-community/community-events-fund
BRINGING YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY TOGETHER: Would you like financial support to deliver an event or activity that will bring your local community together, or would you like to deliver a cultural celebration in your local area? You can apply for up to £2,500 for each event, or up to £5,000 if you are working in partnership with another group or organisation. Find out more and apply for funding (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/leisure-libraries-and-community/community-events-fund) .
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 Cabinet Members. Join us on Tuesday 21 March, 5.45pm to 7.30pm at Grand Junction, St Mary Magdalene Church, Rowington Close, W2 5TF. 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 KING’S CORONATION: To celebrate the King’s 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) . The deadline for applications is 5pm on 24 March.
https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/under-the-covers0

GET UNDER THE COVERS: We’re continuing to celebrate Women’s History Month with our latest Westminster Libraries ‘Under the Covers’ podcast (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/under-the-covers0) . This month’s guest is the Executive Director of Children’s Services at Westminster, Sarah Newman. We talk books, being born with talipes and overcoming challenges. Tune in today (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/under-the-covers0) !

https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/exhibitions/after-impressionism-inventing-modern-art?utm_source=email&utm_medium=email_organic_external&utm_campaign=exhibition_afterimpressionism_pwyw
PAY WHAT YOU WISH AT THE NATIONAL GALLERY: From 5.30pm and 9pm on Fridays at the National Gallery you can enjoy access to the spring exhibition, After Impressionism: Inventing Modern Art, for a minimum payment of just £1. Open from 25 March until 13 August, see more than 100 works of art from 50 artists. From Picasso to van Gogh, Matisse to Cézanne (pictured above), meet the pioneers who changed the course of art history forever. Book your tickets in advance (https://www.nationalgallery.org.uk/exhibitions/after-impressionism-inventing-modern-art?utm_source=email&utm_medium=email_organic_external&utm_campaign=exhibition_afterimpressionism_pwyw) .
GET A FIX ON REPAIR WEEK: Next week, our Waste and Recycling Team will be supporting London Repair Week, promoting repair and reuse:
* Wednesday 22 March: Queen’s Park library hosts a Clothes Mending Workshop.
* Friday 24 March: Have your bike repaired at Maida Vale library.
* Saturday 25 March: An electronics repair event at the Beethoven Centre.

Find out more and sign up for all the events here (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/recycling-and-rubbish/reusing-and-other-recycling-services/recycling-events-westminster) .
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:
* There’s 50% off tickets to The Blue Pool of Questions at Puppet Theatre Barge (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/westminster-city-save/50-tickets-blue-pool-questions-puppet-theatre-barge) in Little Venice for the first 100 applicants, offered on a first come, first served basis. The performance combines Arabic and English storytelling.
* Get 25% off bouquets at Appleyard London (https://www.westminster.gov.uk/westminster-city-save/25-bouquets-appleyard-london) just in time for Mother’s Day!

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HELP KEEP KIDS SAFE: Vaccinations are the best way to protect our young people. The 3-in-1 teenage booster (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=ee86b9df07&e=df04244d0d) is available via your GP, while the MMR vaccine is vital for those aged 1 to 5. See the NHS website for more (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=cae524d692&e=df04244d0d) .

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