Speaking on LBC earlier this week, Westminster Conservative Councillor Tony Devenish argues that Andy Burnham’s tax-reform suggestions add to an already excessive tax burden, noting that London boroughs have recently faced large central grant cuts that force councils to choose between slashing servi
Council Leader Paul Swaddle has welcomed Westminster’s new data-sharing partnership with Airbnb, giving the Council powerful new tools to identify and tackle illegal short-term lets.
Westminster Conservatives have stepped up enforcement against poorly parked dockless bikes, with fixed penalty notices to operators up by almost 200% since taking office.
In this BBC London Lunchtime News interview, Cllr Paul Swaddle sets out why Westminster must be a priority for any new government. He argues that Westminster is a major driver of the UK economy, and that decisions affecting the borough will have consequences well beyond the capital.
Westminster Council Leader Paul Swaddle has warned Prime Minister Andy Burnham that weakening London to boost other regions would harm the wider UK economy.
Westminster Conservatives have warned that the new Labour Government must not pursue policies that weaken London’s economy, with Council Leader Paul Swaddle arguing that growth in the capital benefits the whole country. Swaddle highlighted concerns over potential property tax changes and warned that damaging Westminster would have wider economic consequences. The debate comes as Andy Burnham’s focus on devolution raises questions over how funding and resources will be balanced between London and other parts of the UK.
Westminster Conservatives are delivering a complete reset of dockless bike enforcement as the Conservative-led council seizes 235 bikes, agrees landmark data partnership with Lime and convenes first-ever Dockless Bike Operator Summit
More than a year after residents at Morgan House first reported brown, petrol-smelling tap water under the previous Labour-run council, Westminster Conservatives are delivering the investigation residents had long called for. Conservative councillors, led by Cllr Ed Pitt Ford, repeatedly pushed for action after concerns over water safety and the council's response. The new Conservative administration has apologised to residents, launched a full investigation and committed to comprehensive water testing following findings of service failures by the Housing Ombudsman.
Westminster City Council is taking action against an organised begging gang operating around Marble Arch, following reports of anti-social behaviour, littering and disruption to local businesses. Conservative representatives have called for tougher enforcement, including deportation for foreign nationals found guilty of criminal offences. The Council has said it will continue offering support to those in need while taking action against those exploiting public spaces.
More than a year after residents at Morgan House reported brown, petrol-smelling tap water under the previous Labour administration, Westminster Conservatives, led by Cllr Ed Pitt Ford, have secured a formal apology, a full investigation and comprehensive water testing. The new Conservative administration will also implement the Housing Ombudsman's recommendations after service failures were identified in the council's handling of the incident.
