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[Heart of London BID @HOLBID]

This morning, @CityWestminster launched the next iteration of their Fairer Economy plan.
Recognising the power of Westminster’s 19 BIDs, which generate £25m a year, @w9maidavale: “One of our priority areas is to ensure the West End remains a hub of economic growth”

We look forward to the publication of the council’s upcoming Westminster After Dark plan, which supports the West End hashtag#EveningAndNightTimeEconomy.

Stella Abani MBE also announced a new platform that aims to link businesses with charities, to streamline businesses’ CSR programmes.

#FairerWestminster

[Heart of London BID @HOLBID]

We look forward to seeing you at @LREF_ at @GuildHall tomorrow.
@nlalondon #lref2024

[Heart of London BID @HOLBID]

. @holbid are headline sponsors at this year’s @nla #LREF opening night at the @Nationalportraitgallery

[Heart of London BID @HOLBID]

With an estimated £125 million due to be collected from #BIDs in #Westminster over the next five years – this will enable us to effect real change.

[Heart of London BID @HOLBID]

The next Sustainable City Charter event covering Climate Adaption and Resilience will take place on Wednesday 25 September, supported by the London Property Alliance (CPA & WPA) and @CityWestminster.

The Charter is a free, voluntary, business-led pledge and we encourage all our members to sign up to receive resources and training to help address the climate emergency. HOLBA's new net-zero strategy (launching soon) is aligned with the aims of the Sustainable City Charter. Sign up here: https://t.co/2LV2oPUy5M

#HOLBA #NetZero #WestEnd #SustainableCityCharter

[Heart of London BID @HOLBID]

@VoteTimBarnes has been re-elected as a Councillor for the West End Ward.

We look forward to working constructively with him and his two ward colleagues going forward on our key policy priorities for the Heart of London area which includes a new licensing regime for pedicabs, restoring tax-free shopping, and exploring a special designation for our iconic destination.

#WestEnd #HOLBA #WestminsterCityCouncil

[Heart of London BID @HOLBID]

#LeicesterSquare & #PiccadillyCircus has once again been awarded the @PurpleFlagATCM and remains the longest-serving Purple Flag area in the world

Read more: https://t.co/men4Y3Vwh7

#ENTE

[Heart of London BID @HOLBID]

This was a perfect opportunity for our Deputy CEO Mark Williams to discuss the power of collaboration, shared visions and culture as a golden thread to keep the #WestEnd flourishing and relevant

[NLA @nlalondon]

Now for our second panel discussion with Daisy Narayanan, @TheCrownEstate, Richie Gibson, @CityWestminster, Mark Williams, @HOLBID, and Jaclyn Kaloczi, @bdp_com.

How can public realm enhancements and retail destinations revitalise Westminster’s high streets?

[Heart of London BID @HOLBID]

Our latest quarterly real estate insights report is now available to view. It provides an in depth look at the performance of real estate in the Heart of London area ➡️ https://t.co/ncYE0X9GwW

[Heart of London BID @HOLBID]

@TfL is calling on any remaining Londoners who wish to use the ULEZ scrappage scheme to submit their applications ahead of its planned closure on 8 September.

The scheme, which opened in January 2023, was expanded to cover all Londoners in the capital ahead of the launch of the London-wide ULEZ. It has been highly successful in supporting people to adapt to the world-leading clean air zone. With compliance levels in London now at over 96 per cent, the scrappage scheme has been successful in achieving its objectives.✅

The expanded ULEZ has helped five million more Londoners to breathe cleaner air and is part of the Mayor and TfL’s wider programme to reduce air pollution and its associated health impacts. 🌳🍃

Visit the website for more information: https://t.co/pGOq8SFAuA

[Heart of London BID @HOLBID]

Piccadilly Circus has been transformed into a colourful dreamscape with 'Good Things Come To Those Who Wait' by @YinkaIlori_ in partnership with @theartofldn - the first time new sculptures have been added in 132 years!

Don't forget to see it for yourself before the installation ends on Saturday 31 August.🧡💛

#GoodThingsWestEnd #ArtofLondon #HOLBA #YinkaIlori

[Mayor of London's Culture team @LDN_Culture]

Popping into central London this weekend?

Don’t miss the makeover @YinkaIlori_ has given the Eros fountain ⛲️ - the first in over a century!

Inspired by Greek mythology, he has brought two Pegasus sculptures to the fountain.

They will fly away on 31 Aug 🐎🪽

#LetsDoLondon

[Heart of London BID @HOLBID]

Want to find out how local policing challenges in the West End are being addressed?

HOLBA members are invited to attend 'Meet the Met' with Superintendent Beth Pirie and Inspector James Johnson to discuss challenges and solutions in the area with other businesses, followed by a Q&A, giving members the opportunity to have their voice heard.

📅 Thursday 5 September
🕙 10:30am - 11:30am
📍 Angus Steakhouse, 21-22 Coventry Street, London, W1D 7AE

Register here: https://t.co/qQo3VQqgas

[Heart of London BID @HOLBID]

@YinkaIlori_'s 'Good Things Come to Those Who Wait' in partnership with @theartofldn of London is based on the Greek tale of Pegasus, the immortal winged horse and encourages West End visitors to believe in their ability to make the impossible possible. 💫

Hear from multi-disciplinary artist Yinka Ilori discuss his inspiration behind the project followed by Deputy Chief Executive, Mark Williams and Cllr Geoff Barraclough (@w9maidavale) on making art accessible for all. 🙌

🎨 'Good Things Come to Those Who Wait' by @YinkaIlori_ @theartofldn
📍 Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain, Piccadilly Circus
🗓️EXTENDED until 31 August

Curated by New Public.

[Heart of London BID @HOLBID]

Our award-winning cultural initiative @theartofldn has unveiled an impressive installation in collaboration with renowned British-Nigerian multi-disciplinary artist and designer @YinkaIlori_.

The installation titled 'Good Things Come to Those Who Wait' brings two winged sculptures inspired by Greek mythology to the Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain, the first time the iconic spot has seen new sculptures in 132 years.

Visitors can discover and enjoy the colourful artwork from today until Sunday 25 August. 🙌🤩

Curated by New Public.

[Art of London @theartofldn]

‘Good Things Come to Those Who Wait’ by @yinkailori_ 💛🧡

Come visit this bold new artwork symbolising the power of imagination! 💫

📍 Shaftesbury Memorial Fountain, Piccadilly Circus
🗓 Until 25 August 2024

Curated by New Public

#YinkaIlori #GoodThingsWestEnd

[Heart of London BID @HOLBID]

Growth, growth, growth - the theme of the King's speech 2024. With 39 potential new laws proposed that the Government wants to pass, what are the opportunities and challenges for HOLBA members?

Read more here: https://t.co/9w3YBTt3WZ

[Heart of London BID @HOLBID]

Do you want to shape the future of London’s cultural offering? @centreforlondon and @LDN_Talk want to hear from you as part of their research project ‘Arts for All’.

Take the survey to share your experiences of arts and culture in the capital:
https://t.co/Z7WjNySmC6