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.
Westminster's Conservative administration has written to the Labour Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, demanding a policing settlement that matches the reality of life in our city.
Setting the record straight on free school meals
No child who needs a free school meal will lose one
That is our guarantee, and it is what value for money and a city that works for all looks like in practice: focusing what we have on the people who need it most.
Westminster City Council leader Paul Swaddle has encouraged residents and businesses to proudly fly the St George’s Flag in support of England during the World Cup. Swaddle said Westminster is proud to back the Three Lions, with the flag flying from council buildings, and urged as many people as possible to show their support. The move has been welcomed by Conservatives as a positive display of national pride and community spirit.
Westminster City Council has welcomed a new data-sharing agreement between the Government and Airbnb to help identify tenants illegally subletting social housing.
Westminster City Council has welcomed a new data-sharing agreement between Airbnb and the Government to help identify tenants illegally subletting social housing.
