Safe Streets, Clean City, Real Action

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Friday 3 July 2026
Welcome to MyWestminster, your weekly update on everything happening in your city. This week:
* Safe Streets, Clean City, Real Action (#main)
* More from the City (#city)
* What’s on in Westminster (#whatson)
* Have Your Say (#say)
* Public Health Updates (#health)

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TELL US WHAT SERVICES ARE IMPORTANT TO YOU: Over the next four years, the council will lose £100m in government funding. This is a result of money being moved away from areas like Westminster to other parts of the country. The government has also asked Westminster to consider raising council tax above the usual 5% limit next year.

We will now review what this unprecedented cut in funding means for services, what savings we must make, and how much council tax will need to increase. Before any decisions are made, we need local people to tell us what services matter most and what choices feel reasonable.
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PUTTING THE BRAKE ON DOCKLESS DUMPERS: This week, we began using highway powers to seize dockless bikes blocking pavements, crossings and key pedestrian routes in Westminster. Trained City Inspectors can remove bikes left by Lime, Forest, VOI and Bolt when they create a danger or major obstruction, including at dropped kerbs, bus stops, cycle lanes, school entrances, ramps or narrow footways. Seized bikes will be transported to a secure council storage facility, with operators required to pay removal and storage costs before collection.
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PRIDE THIS WEEKEND: Pride in London returns to Westminster this Saturday, bringing vibrant celebrations across central London including Soho, Trafalgar Square and the West End. Residents and visitors should expect significant crowds, road closures, parking restrictions and travel disruption throughout the day. If you are travelling, please plan ahead and allow extra time for your journey. With high temperatures also expected, please remember to stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and take breaks in shaded areas where possible.
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LOOKING FOR SOMETHING FUN TO DO THIS SUMMER? As the summer holidays approach, children and young people can enjoy a fantastic range of free and affordable activities across the city.

>From holiday camps and sports sessions to arts, games, cooking workshops and creative projects, there’s something for every interest and ability. If your child is eligible for Free School Meals, they may be able to access free holiday activities with healthy meals included through participating holiday programmes.
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WHAT DO YOU THINK OF WESTMINSTER’S LICENSING POLICY? We’ve launched a consultation on our revised Licensing Policy, and we want to hear from you! This policy forms the way we balance a thriving day, evening and night-time economy with the safety, quiet enjoyment, and wellbeing of our residential communities. Specifically, it regulates how alcohol sales, live entertainment, and late-night food venues are managed across Westminster. Your feedback will directly shape how our neighbourhoods grow.
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BRITISH SUMMER TIME HYDE PARK OPEN HOUSE IS BACK: Looking for free summer entertainment in the heart of London? British Summer Time Hyde Park Open House is returning with eight days of activities, performances and family-friendly fun in one of the capital’s most iconic parks. Open House offers visitors the chance to enjoy outdoor cinema screenings, live music, sports and wellness activities, family entertainment and big-screen Wimbledon coverage, all free of charge. Whether you’re planning a day out with friends, keeping the children entertained during the holidays or simply looking to make the most of the summer, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
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SOUTHWESTFEST IS BACK: SouthWestFest returns to Pimlico this Saturday (4 July) bringing an afternoon of music, creativity and community connection to St George’s Square and the Rampayne Street Community Hub. Running from 12 to 5pm, the festival invites residents to enjoy live performances, hands-on workshops, family activities and opportunities to connect with neighbours.
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JOIN JERMYN STREET THEATRE FOR A FREE PRE-SHOW DISCUSSION: This performance explores our relationship with ambition, inspired by Wife to James Whelan. The panel includes Rachel Bridge, former Enterprise Editor of The Sunday Times and author on ambition and entrepreneurship; Tanya Bentley, Contemporary Curator at the National Portrait Gallery; and Dr Nigel Fletcher, political historian, academic and author specializing in British politics.

The event takes place on Wednesday 8 July from 5.45pm to 6.45pm. Entry is free, and seats can be reserved by emailing boxoffice at jermynstreettheatre.co.uk (mailto:boxoffice at jermynstreettheatre.co.uk) . Westminster residents can also enjoy 20% off tickets for Wife to James Whelan when booking with the code WESTMINSTER20.
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CITY LIONS ART COLLECTIVE SHOWCASE OPENS THIS JULY: Westminster’s first City Lions Art Collective will celebrate nine months of creative collaboration with a public exhibition running from 6 to 27 July. The programme brought together young people aged 13 to 17 to work alongside artists from The Bomb Factory Art Foundation, developing creative skills, exploring artistic techniques and gaining insight into careers in the creative sector. The exhibition has been curated by the young people themselves and showcases the work they have created throughout the programme. Visitors are invited to come along and support Westminster’s emerging creative talent while celebrating the achievements of the Art Collective’s first cohort.
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KICKSTART YOUR CAREER AT THE WESTMINSTER YOUTH JOBS FAIR: If you’re aged 16 to 25 and live in Westminster, come along to our upcoming jobs fair. You’ll have the chance to meet local employers, discover paid job, apprenticeship, and training opportunities, and meet young professionals from various sectors. Whether you’re just starting out or looking for your next step, this event is designed to help you take the next move with confidence.
* When: Wednesday 8 July, 10am to 3pm.
* Where: The Exchange, 24 -46 Lisson Grove NW1 6TZ

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MATERIAL RECOVERY FACILITY TOURS: Ever wondered what happens to your recycling after it is collected? Join a free behind-the-scenes tour of the Materials Recovery Facility in Southwark and see how mixed recycling is sorted and prepared for reuse. On the tour, you will get the chance to see the facility in action, meet BOB, the AI robot helping to sort recyclables, and take part in a short quiz. Light refreshments will also be provided. Tours are free but places are limited and will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis, so book early to secure your spot.
* When: Thursday 16 July and Monday 20 July, from 9.30am to 11.30am.
* Where: Southwark Household Reuse and Recycling Centre, SE15 1AL

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ENJOY WESTMINSTER WITH CITY SAVE: Our residents’ membership scheme offers amazing discounts and savings including:
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LET’S TALK ABOUT LONELINESS: This summer NHS North and West London will be asking local people how they wish to be involved in decisions about health and care. We want to hear from our residents to help design an approach that brings a wide range of experiences.

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JOIN THE RESIDENT PANEL: Want to get involved in council decisions? Westminster’s Resident Research Panel seeks to get the views on everything from safety to arts and culture and homelessness. The panel is a simple way to get involved in shaping life in Westminster. Residents say they joined to “ensure the needs of those like me are met” and to help make Westminster a better place.
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ALCOHOL DROP IN SESSIONS: Are you looking for advice about alcohol use, whether for yourself, a friend or family member? Our free Alcohol Service is here to help you figure it out. Drop in for a chat over a coffee and biscuits. They’ll guide you around the support options and next steps. Drop-in sessions start from Monday 6 July, and take place every Monday 2pm to 4pm at the Alcohol Service, 66 Lupus Street, Pimlico, SW1V 3EQ.
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WHY WE GET VACCINATED: Protect your children and make sure they’re vaccinated against measles this summer. Have questions about vaccinating your children? Find out more at the link below or speak to your local doctor or nurse.
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