Labour promised a “Fairer” Westminster. But the reality has been increasing crime, declining standards, reckless waste and higher costs for local people, writes Cllr Paul Swaddle for LBC.
This article originally appeared in MyLondon News on 11 February.
A Central London council has said an "over-reliance" on a collapsed building firm is partly to blame for delays in delivering new affordable homes.
This article originally appeared in the PSE on 3 February.
London is facing a significant fall in demand for school places over the next four years, raising concerns about further school closures, reduced curriculum options and widening educational inequalities, according to a new London Councils report.
The latest School Capacity Survey data from all 32 boroughs shows a sustained decline in pupil numbers across both primary and secondary phases – with inner London experiencing the most severe reductions.
Labour-led Westminster Council is planning to hike council tax by a staggering 75 per cent over the next four years while failing to deliver value for money for local people.We spoke with the Conservative Leader of Westminster City Council, Cllr Paul Swaddle, to find out more.
This article originally appeared in The Telegraph on 1 February.
Thieves carried out a daytime raid on a family jewellers in south-west London.
Police are investigating the attack by robbers armed with sledgehammers who smashed the glass windows of Gregor & Co in Richmond-upon-Thames on Saturday morning, just after 10.30am. They then helped themselves to jewels on display.
On 26 January, Labour’s Cabinet approved its “A Westminster Welcome” Sanctuary Strategy and action plan to support its bid to become a “Council of Sanctuary.” Cllr Paul Swaddle, Leader of the Conservative Group at Westminster City Council, responded:Westminster is a compassionate city, but
Sadiq Khan has failed to stop fare evasion across the Tube network and Labour-led Westminster has failed to speak up for the local people left paying the price through rising fares. We spoke with the Conservative Leader of Westminster City Council, Cllr Paul Swaddle, to find out more.
Across London and around the world, people are protesting against the ongoing human rights abuses in Iran, and we fully respect their right to make their voices heard.However, it’s also important to recognise the impact protests can have on local communities.
Westminster Conservatives press Labour to protect Westminster’s frontline children’s servicesAt tonight's Full Council meeting, Cllr Karen Scarborough challenged Labour’s Cabinet Member for Young People and Learning to confirm Westminster’s commitment to protecting vital frontline chi
