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Monday 28 July 2025
Welcome to MyWestminster, your weekly update on everything happening in your city. This week:
* Summer Holidays in Westminster (#main)
* More From the City (#city)
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Summer Holidays in Westminster
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SUMMER HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES: Keep the kids busy and having fun this summer - we’ve got you covered with a range of fun local activities - from sports and tech to arts and performing, youth clubs and more!
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CRACKDOWN ON ILLEGAL TRADERS AND PEDICAB OFFENDERS: Working alongside Lambeth Council and the Met Police, we have secured over £20,000 in fines and charges against illegal street traders and unlicensed pedicab riders. From peanut sellers to repeat pedicab offenders, enforcement teams are stepping up efforts to keep public spaces safe and lawful.
* A shop on Charing Cross Road was hit with the largest fine of £3,382
* Nine pedicabs operators - several repeat offenders - have been hit with some of the biggest individual fines totalling £9,075
* Prosecutions for five unlicensed street traders operating on Westminster Bridge selling peanuts and balloons saw £11,127.50 in fines awarded

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STAY ALERT!
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GREEN FLAG AWARD: We’re excited to announce Strand Aldwych has earned a Green Flag Award! It recognises this amazing part of our city as an accessible green space. Located at the heart of this pedestrianised area is St Mary Le Strand church, also known as the Jewel in the Strand. It was designed by LDA Design and reopened by the council in December 2022.
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FRANKENSTEIN VISITS PIMLICO ACADEMY: As part of Donmar Theatre’s School Tour, Pimlico Academy students enjoyed a live performance of Frankenstein Adjusts His Ring Light (And Then Starts Dancing), followed by a Q&A with the cast and crew. Pimlico is one of eight Westminster schools taking part, with over 2,000 students set to benefit. The tour, supported by the council, aims to inspire young people to explore careers in theatre, both on stage or behind the scenes.


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CALLING ALL ARTISTS: Want to transform Little Venice with your art? We’re commissioning bold, permanent murals under two bridges along the canal. This is your chance to bring local stories to life and create something lasting for the community. The commission comes with a £50,000 design fee (plus VAT), and the final artwork will be installed in early 2026.
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CHILDCARE CHOICES:  Childcare Choices are here to help you juggle family life. They can help you find the support that fits your family and helps give your child a great start, supporting them to develop essential skills for school.

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YOUTH COUNCIL CELEBRATES HERITAGE AND RESILIENCE: Westminster’s Youth Council hosted a powerful roundtable this week to showcase heritage, resilience, and community spirit. Held with the remote support of the Bangladeshi High Commissioner, Her Excellency Abida Islam, and First Secretary Nurani Rupoma, following Bangladesh’s National Day of Mourning after the aviation tragedy on 21 July. Youth Council attendees received heartfelt messages reinforcing the importance of cross-cultural connection, participated in a Q&A with local leaders on climate justice and mental health, and held a tribute to victims with a minute’s silence.
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MEET SHOFA! As part of South Asian Heritage Month, we’re proud to celebrate our colleagues with South Asian heritage.

We’re spotlighting Shofa Miah, Strategic Manager for the Westminster Youth Council. She plays a key role in empowering young voices and advancing the Fairer Westminster Strategy.  Additionally, she co-chairs the Women’s Network, promoting inclusion across the organisation.

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READY, SET, LET’S RUN THE VITALITY WESTMINSTER MILE: The Vitality Westminster Mile is back on Saturday 27 September. Starting from The Mall and finishing in front of Buckingham Palace. Whether you walk, jog, run or wheel, it’s the perfect event for individuals, families, or friends to get active, support a cause, or just have fun! There is also a free festival in Green Park afterwards.
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HALF PENNY STEPS PHOTOGRAPHY WALK: Join local artists Zippy Louis and George King for a creative photography walk celebrating our community’s unique character. Learn new techniques whilst capturing the colours, textures and patterns of the area. No experience needed and we’ll provide polaroid cameras or bring your own. Your photographs will directly influence the design and colour palette for the new public art on the bridge.

Join us on Thursday 31 July from 6pm - 7.30pm at the meeting point - The Avenues Youth Project, 3-7 Third Avenue, London W10 4RS. This is a free event.
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CELEBRATING ONE YEAR OF MINI HUBS: Join us as we celebrate 1 year of Westminster’s Mini-Hubs at Victoria Library on Monday, 28 July from 5pm - 8pm.

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FREE OUTDOOR ARTS ADVENTURES AWAIT: Unleash your inner artist with Inside Out 2025! We’ve partnered with incredible local organisations to bring unforgettable experiences to the streets of Westminster. Think giant puppets, live dance, pop-up galleries and so much more – all completely free! Perfect for family days out or spontaneous cultural fun.
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GRAND IDEAS: A MORNING FOR FAMILIES: Explore our current exhibition, Grayson Perry: Delusions of Grandeur (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=dfe3c38b60&e=7e37558eca) , at this exclusive event for families, through creative activities and storytelling. Discover some of Grayson Perry’s many personas and visit our Learning Studio to create your own character and design an imaginary world for them to inhabit.
* Tuesday 5 August, from 10.30am to 13.30pm at The Wallace Collection, Herford House, Manchester Square W1U 3BN

Entrance to the exhibition and activities are free for the duration of the event. Booking is essential - email (mailto:community at wallacecollection.org?subject=Grayson%20Perry) or call 0207 563 9577.

RELAXED FAMILY MORNING POTS AND PORTRAITS: Join us for an autism-friendly morning visit tailored for Neurodivergent children and their families. Experience our current exhibition,Grayson Perry: Delusions of Grandeur (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=039c1c9a16&e=7e37558eca) , through engaging, multisensory activities. Express your thoughts and feelings about the exhibition by creating your own unique artwork to take home. The activities will be suitable for all skill levels and abilities. This is a great opportunity to explore our exhibition during a quieter time. Please note that the rest of the museum will open to the general public at 10.00am.
* Tuesday 19 August, from 9am to 12pm at The Wallace Collection, Herford House, Manchester Square W1U 3BN

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ENJOY WESTMINSTER WITH CITY SAVE: Our residents’ membership scheme is free to join and offers amazing discounts and savings including:
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JOIN OUR RESIDENT RESEARCH PANEL! We’re inviting residents to be part of the Resident Research Panel - your opportunity to shape the future of Westminster by sharing your views on the issues that matter most.

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RESIDENTS - HAVE YOUR SAY! Shaping the future of Regent Street, Haymarket and Piccadilly Circus:
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✅ Safer, more accessible, and greener public spaces
✅ Reducing pollution in a busy central London corridor
✅ Expanding green infrastructure to enhance biodiversity and improve resilience to heat and flooding
✅ Prioritising walking, wheeling, and cycling as part of a healthier, low-carbon city

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This is a once-in-a-generation chance to help redesign a world-famous area with sustainability at its core. Whether you care about climate action, healthy streets, biodiversity, or making London more resilient - your voice matters.
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8K BOOST FOR PUPILS’ HEALTH AND WELLBEING: Twenty-five schools in Westminster have received up to £8,000 in grant funding to improve pupils’ health and wellbeing. This comes after a survey, covering topics such as emotional health and wellbeing, safety, food and diet and physical activity, collected responses from 1,357 pupils. The results have helped us understand what children need to improve their health and wellbeing and it has given schools a valuable insight into their pupils’ lives.
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