Applying for Free School Meals Sunday, 26 September, 2021 Last week the Council launched a new online portal for parents and carers to apply for free school meals. All children in the UK in reception, year 1 and 2 are entitled to free school meals regardless of household income if they attend a government funded school. From year 3 onwards, children can continue to receive free school meals if their parent or carer receives certain benefits. You can find... Local News
Have you enjoyed Westminster’s Inside Out Festival yet? 24th September 2021 Since 10 August our City has been hosting its first Inside Out Festival. The festival is running until the end of October. The festival has brought together our... Local News
Al-fresco Dining Update 23rd September 2021 Following month-long consultations with both local people and businesses, the Council has decided to continue al-fresco dining in and around Covent Garden and... Local News
Nickie raises awareness about Baby Loss 23rd September 2021 MP for the Two Cities, Nickie Aiken joined calls to raise awareness around Baby Loss. From Nickie's own personal experience, and hearing from others across... Local News
COVID-19 Vaccination Update - 22 September 22nd September 2021 COVID-19 vaccines are available for everyone aged 12 or over. The majority of children between 12 and 15 will only be offered a single dose of a vaccine. You... Local News
Nickie speaks out to tackle violence against women and girls 17th September 2021 MP for the Two Cities, Nickie Aiken, welcomes the report published on Friday by the Inspectorate for Fire & Rescue Services following the death of Sarah Everard... Local News
Congestion Charge Consultation still open 17th September 2021 TfL's consultation on the Congestion charge remains open. The Mayor of London promised that the hours for the Congestion Charge, the fee and the exemptions... Local News
Nickie champions the role of local authorities to deliver social care 14th September 2021 MP for the Two Cities, Nickie Aiken, championed the role local authorities have in providing social care. Speaking during a debate on the Plan for Health &... Local News
Two Cities MP speaks out on disparities in maternity care and outcomes for black women 14th September 2021 MP for the Cities of London & Westminster, Nickie Aiken, spoke out today during a Westminster Hall debate on Black Maternal Health Week. Nickie was moved to... Local News
Future of Al-fresco Dining in Westminster 13th September 2021 As Westminster has reopened, the Council supported al-fresco dining to help businesses get back on their feet. The temporary road closures and barriers which... Local News
