Rough sleepers and rough weather in Vincent Square

Rough Sleeping

The pandemic persuaded more rough sleepers to come in and get help. 

The Council's offer, says Cllr David Harvey "made night after night with our charity partners, includes housing, medical help and a road back to stability." 

Last week’s national street count showed 188 sleeping rough across Westminster, about 80 down from last year. However, there are some who won’t accept help, even in severe weather.

If you want to help us to help to a rough sleeper, you can find out how here or donate to local charities here.

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David Harvey

David Harvey

Councillor for Vincent Square Ward
David Harvey has lived in Vincent Square for nearly 30 years and has served as a Westminster City Councillor since 2010.
Selina Short

Selina Short

Councillor for Vincent Square Ward
Selina has lived in Vincent Square ward for over 25 years and some of her family moved into the ward during the war. She was first elected in May 2018, and currently sits on the Council's Vulnerable Adults, Health and Communities Policy and Scrutiny Committee and the Ratings Panel.

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