Celebrating Silver Sunday!

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Friday 03 October 2025
Welcome to MyWestminster, your weekly update on everything happening in your city. This week:
* Celebrating Silver Sunday (#main)
* More From the City (#city)
* What’s on in Westminster (#whatson)
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CELEBRATING SILVER SUNDAY 2025: The Lord Mayor of Westminster, Cllr Paul Dimoldenberg, joined residents this week taking part in different events for Silver Sunday, from ‘secret’ walks to visiting our care homes with members of Chelsea Ballet. The annual programme of activities for seniors is aimed at tackling loneliness and isolation as well as connecting local communities. The full list of more than 70 events taking place throughout October can be found on the Silver Sunday website (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=aca9d64823&e=7e37558eca) .
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“Silver Sunday is vital for our Westminster residents who might not be as mobile as they used to be,” said the Lord Mayor. ”Loneliness amongst the elderly is a very real issue, so events this week and throughout October are a chance for older residents to connect with their communities and across generations. Being able to meet residents and see them enjoy themselves at the huge variety of events has been great. We are lucky that so many interesting people call Westminster home.”
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For anyone attending an event, be advised that the Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for strong winds, in place from midnight until 7pm on Saturday 4 October. Do make sure to keep a careful eye on the weather and check with event organisers for any last-minute updates.
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MANCHESTER ATTACK STATEMENTS: Read statements from the Leader of the Council and also the Westminster Faith Exchange following the terrorist attack at a synagogue in Manchester. The council has been reaching out to local faith and community groups offering help and support.
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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.

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CRACKING DOWN ON ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR: We’ve stepped up our campaign to tackle anti-social behaviour in Victoria, with over 200 interventions in less than two months. Our street-based teams, supported by police, have targeted drug dealing, aggressive begging, street drinking, and public urination across Victoria Street, Strutton Ground and nearby areas. Since August, we’ve engaged with 240 individuals or groups, moved people on 114 times, issued ten verbal warnings, and served ten formal notices. Police support has led to six arrests. Where possible, we direct rough sleepers and vulnerable people to services such as The Passage for shelter and addiction support. Cllr Aicha Less, Cabinet Member for Public Protection, said: “You should not have to walk past drug dealers or live in fear of aggressive beggars. That’s why we’re taking continual action against persistent offenders.”
WE ARE SERIOUS ABOUT TACKLING ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR (ASB)
We’re currently gathering evidence from residents to share with the police and inform our next steps. If you have witnessed, or been a victim of ASB, in your area, from abusive behaviour, to drug dealing and persistent noise disturbances let us know. Share your experience and help make a difference.
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FREE ADVICE WHEN YOU NEED SUPPORT: The new Westminster Advice Services Partnership (WASP) is now live, offering free, confidential, and independent advice to anyone living in Westminster. Funded by the council with £1.5 million a year for the next 10 years, the service brings together trusted organisations and can help with issues including housing, money worries, employment, immigration, energy bills and more. There are drop-in centres, tailored support for vulnerable residents, and advice available in different languages.
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HALF-TERM ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN: Free and low-cost activities including arts and crafts, sports and youth clubs will be taking place this half-term for children and young people in Westminster. There will be a wide variety of clubs catering to different ages and abilities, and offering a healthy meal too.
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BREATHE EASY AND EXPLORE YOUR CITY: We’ve launched Clean Air Routes London – an interactive map that helps you find routes with the best available air quality. Simply enter your starting point and destination to explore the healthiest route, on foot or by bike, using forecasted air quality data from across the city. We’ve teamed up with Cambridge Environmental Research Consultants (CERC) and DEFRA to help residents avoid polluted roads and protect their health.
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WESTMINSTER LAUNCHES MULTI-APP PARKING: Motorists in Westminster can now choose between three apps when paying to park: our existing provider RingGo, and now JustPark and PayByPhone. We’re the first local authority in London to launch a multi-operator system for paying to park. This means motorists can pick the app they prefer, creating real competition between providers to offer the smoothest service and best prices, and maximising the proportion of parking revenue that goes to improving local transport infrastructure such as more accessible pavements, safe cycling infrastructure, and bus lanes.
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GOING GREEN WITH VEOLIA: We recently visited Veolia at their Landmann Way depot to learn about how Veolia is contributing to the Sustainable City Charter and how it is helping Westminster meet our Fairer Environment agenda with a focus on the huge area of sustainability that is waste and recycling in the city. Veolia is a part of the Sustainable City Charter which now has 125 members and continues to grow.
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BBC PANORAMA STATEMENT: Read a statement from the Leader of the Council following an episode of BBC Panorama that featured undercover filming of police officers at Charing Cross police station in the West End.
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STANDING FIRM IN POWER AND PRIDE: We are proud to celebrate Black History Month, an annual celebration of the lives and achievements of Black people in Britain. The theme for this year is ‘Standing Firm in Power and Pride’. It marks a powerful tribute to the profound contributions made by Black people across the globe, who have shaped history, while also looking towards a future of continued empowerment, unity, and growth. Find out about local events and celebrations (https://westminster.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=a50c8b0dd980669ef713b4cca&id=0dfb5aa868&e=7e37558eca) taking place across the city throughout October on our website.
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EXPLORE SOHO’S NEW EVENING MARKET: Discover Rupert Street Market, Soho’s vibrant new evening destination. Open Monday to Saturday from 3pm to 10pm, the market offers something for everyone – from global street food and vintage fashion to artisan crafts, jewellery, and books. Come for the flavours, stay for the finds, and explore unique treasures from local traders. Whether you’re hunting for gifts, enjoying a night out, or supporting independent makers, Rupert Street Market is your go-to spot for evening adventures.
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WORRIED ABOUT DAMP AND MOULD IN YOUR HOME? Westminster housing tenants and leaseholders are invited to join an informative session to learn practical tips from experts on preventing damp and mould and find out what support is available if you’re already affected. The event will be taking place at the Beethoven Centre on 15 October.
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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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HELP US BUILD A WESTMINSTER FOR THE FUTURE: Westminster is evolving, and your voice matters. We want your help shape how the city grows over the next 20 years. Whether it’s telling us where we need more affordable homes to what infrastructure investment is needed, or if improvements would help your local area thrive, your input will help create a better Westminster.
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TELL US WHAT YOU THINK ABOUT SHARED HOMES: We’re reviewing our Additional Licensing Scheme for certain shared homes, which runs until August 2026. Whether you’re a tenant, landlord, letting agent, or property manager, we want your feedback on how it’s working.The Private Sector Housing Team will be hosting a number of drop in sessions throughout October where you can find out more about additional HMO licensing and upcoming changes. No need to book, just turn up on the day.
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ARE YOU ELIGIBLE FOR A FREE FLU VACCINE THIS AUTUMN?: Flu is not just a heavy cold, and it occurs every year. It’s a highly infectious disease with symptoms that come on very quickly. The most common symptoms of flu are fever, chills, headache, aches and pains in the joints and muscles, and extreme tiredness. Flu vaccines help protect against the main types of flu circulating. Vaccination is a safe and effective way to protect ourselves during flu season.
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