🚲Dockless Bikes are set to become the capital's favourite micro-mobility vehicle, overtaking
#Escooters
and
#BorisBikes
.
It is, therefore, more important than ever to address these 4️⃣ issues associated with the pedelec rollout:
🅿️ Parking. Unlike conventional bike-sharing
A marvelous, historic gas lamp, in the snowy Green Park.💡❄️ It must have been on similar evening that C.S. Lewis got inspired by its magical light, when writing The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe!
@LondonGasketeer
@CityWestminster
With <4️⃣0️⃣ days to go until the
#MayorOfLondon
election - the choice is crystal clear.
Khan has failed on
#crime
, with knife crime ⬆️ 54%, sexual offences ⬆️ 53% and robberies ⬆️ 49%.
With a comprehensive plan and a £200m pledge to
@metpoliceuk
- London is
#SaferWithSusan
✅
With all the party manifestos out, one thing is clear. For any young professional, like me, who:
💼 Works hard for their income
🏡 Wants to get on the property ladder
👪 Has or plans to start a family
- there is only one party that supports your aspirations.
#VoteConservatives
Whilst I am disappointed for
@VoteTimBarnes
, for falling short of representing the Cities of London and Westminster, from the green benches - I am utterly proud of the campaign we fought together.
I know that Tim will continue being a strong, local voice for the constituency.
This morning, Cllr.
@timjmitchell
and I joined
@FreddieDowning_
and
@twocitiesnickie
to distribute their five-point plan to tackle crime in the City 📮👮♀️
With thefts ⬆️45% and sexual offences ⬆️43%, under Sadiq Khan - it is time someone got a grip!
I had a quick coffee and catch up with
@RobertJenrick
, this morning ☕
Rob was very kind to lend his support to our
@VoteTimBarnes
campaign, in the midst of his own party leadership contest 🗳️
With 6️⃣ days until the
#WestEnd
by-election, the
@Conservatives
fightback starts now!
We need a serious discussion on the inadequate hardware, installed on all
#docklessbikes
.
The kickstands are not effective in windy conditions, resulting in bikes falling over and becoming a hazard.
@CityWestminster
needs to hold operators to account on the necessary upgrades.
Dear
@limebike
. In light of the news of your £25m London expansion, let me suggest a few improvements you should be factoring into your budget, to avoid repeating your heartbreak in Paris.
🅿️ Parking. In areas that have already introduced
#docklessbike
parking schemes, there
Proud to support our
@Conservatives
Parliamentary candidate for Cities of London & Westminster -
@VoteTimBarnes
, at his campaign launch.
As the only candidate that lives in the constituency, having served it as a Cllr previously - he is best placed to represent the
#TwoCities
.
@BrandonLewis
Facebook has struggled for years to rid itself of click farms. Anyone who has ever ran a Meta Ads campaign will know that legitimate ads do often result in fake likes. If that's all the evidence these claims are based on - its a non-story.
A picture is worth a thousand words.
While canvassing, I stumbled upon an emblematic image of the
#WestEnd
, under Labour. Wards don't run well, when its cllrs place parliamentary ambitions over their residents.
On September 19 - vote for cleaner streets with
@VoteTimBarnes
🗳️
Tokyo drift on the streets of London 🏁
As the disruptive and dangerous car meets continue to blight local residents -
@MPSWestminster
's Safer Roads Team had its annual £25k budget cut.
@MayorofLondon
oversees the RTPC and must reinstate the funding, before someone gets hurt.
After knocking on hundreds of doors, up and down the
#TwoCities
, this one was my last of the year!
It's been a great year of campaigning for
@twocitiesnickie
,
@CLWCA
and
@StJamesMatters
, with many achievements to show for it. 💙
Time to kick-off the festivities! 🎄✨
It was a pleasure to run into
@JamesCleverly
, on the campaign trail, last week.
His firm stance and quick action to counter foreign interference on British soil, this week, is very welcome.
It is an absolute honour to be elected as Chairman of St James's Ward Conservatives (
@StJamesMatters
).
I look forward to working with our local councillors,
@clwca
, my officers and the rest of the committee, for the benefit of St James's residents and our party.
@leader_wcc
@CityWestminster
Time and time again these stores have proven to be illegitimate, dishonest businesses. Tax evasion, counterfeit goods, unjustified prices and poor customer service - all synonymous with these stores. It's time the
@CityWestminster
ups its efforts to put more pressure on them.
@LondonGasketeer
Thank you for shedding light on this. I will be happy to raise the issue at the next St James's ward committee meeting. Please DM me with more details.
It was great to catch up with
@AndrewBoff
at the mayoral hustings, organised by
@Shelter
.
With Khan delivering just 874 affordable housing starts (4% of the 23,900 GLA target) - London deserves a mayor who will take the housing issue seriously.
On May 2, vote Susan Hall 🗳️
With 2️⃣0️⃣ days to go until the
#WestEnd
by-election, the postal votes are beginning to land on doorsteps.
There is only one candidate with a proven track record, who lives and works in the ward. If you want a local cllr who fights for you - put a cross next to
@VoteTimBarnes
🗳️
Guess who's back.
@VoteTimBarnes
will stand as a conservative candidate, at the West End by-election, on 19 September 🗳️
As a local resident, ex-councillor and parliamentary candidate - no one knows the ward more intimately and will represent it better.
Tell your friends.
I'm disappointed to learn that
@RNBlake
has voted to cut the
#WinterFuelPayments
, for over 10k pensioners in Westminster and City.
I spoke to many of them, in and around St James's, this week. Most feel betrayed. Some are genuinely fearful of not being able to heat, this winter.
This afternoon, the
@CLWCA
team was out in Belgravia, on behalf of the
#twocities
candidate, Tim Barnes. 💙
If you want to be represented by the only local candidate, who walks the same streets and understands the issues you face -
@VoteTimBarnes
on July 4! 🗳️
Let me gently remind you what you've inherited vs what conservatives did in 2010:
Deficit🔻 from 12% to 4%
Inflation🔻 from 3.6% to 2%
Unemployment🔻 from 8% to 4%
Faster growth than 🇩🇪, 🇫🇷, 🇯🇵 & 🇮🇹
Fastest growth in G7 in Q1 2024
This Labour government inherited the worst set of economic circumstances since the Second World War.
But with
@RachelReevesMP
as Chancellor, change has already begun. More here 👇
I'm delighted to have reached my fundraising goal for this Sunday's
@LondonMarathon
.
All the funds will go to
@BobbyMooreFund
, that sponsors vital, life-saving
#bowelcancer
research.
You can read about the indispensable work that the fund does here ⬇️
This morning,
@StJamesMatters
team was out in West End, helping to deliver literature, asking
@JessicaToale
to resign as a ward councillor.
With her constituency now located 100+ miles away, the
#WestEnd
residents deserve a new, local representative in
@CityWestminster
.
The brass tacks is that Tim is a local bloke, who embodies
#TwoCities
. He lives here. He works here. He loves it here. Most importantly, he cares deeply about his constituency. Nowhere is it more apparent than in his plan, that we can all get behind.
On July 4 -
@VoteTimBarnes
!
What are my priorities for Cities of
#London
and
#Westminster
?
✅Streets where we can all feel safe
✅Housing to be proud of
✅Transport that works
✅Investing what is needed in our public services
✅A ladder of opportunity for every resident
✅Cleaner air for us all to breath
Having served as both Home and Foreign secretary -
@JamesCleverly
holds an intimate knowledge of the national issues, while commanding international authority. Paired with his prior party chairmanship, it's hard to think of a more suitable candidate to unite and lead the party.
Congratulations to Tim Barnes (
@CampaignTim
) for being selected as the Conservatives Parliamentary candidate for the
#TwoCities
.
Having campaigned with Tim for years, I regard him as a hardworking, compassionate and decent man who possesses an in-depth knowledge of the local
@LondonLabour
@SadiqKhan
How is the "More police officers" pledge consistent with the fact that Khan was the only one of 43 Police and Crime Commissioners to have missed his recruitment target?
Does the pledge entail increasing the numbers by finally meeting that target?
I commend cllr.
@paulswaddle
on presenting a petition, calling on
@wminsterlabour
cabinet members to follow his example and forgo/donate their pay-rise of up to 45% 💸
Given the simultaneous 7% rent and 2% council-tax increase, it seems entirely malapropos.
Presented petition to the
@LM_Westminster
at tonight's Council meeting. Signed by 700+ people it calls for the Councillors' benefiting from the recent 45% pay rise to donate it to charity. I am the only Conservative getting the increase and have donated it to the Trussel Trust.
Despite not getting the result that we wanted, I'm greatly proud of the resilience and rigour, displayed by our team, during a hard-fought campaign to elect
@Councillorsuzie
and
@Tony_Devenish
.
We must now regroup and carry the same energy into the GE. Onward! 💙
The Millbank Palm tree has always been one of my favourite features, when cycling to work 🌴.
It is sad to see the result of
@TfL
's plan to remove this
#TwoCities
landmark and pave over the roundabout to install bike lanes.
Innovation shouldn't come at a cost to heritage.
@Misanth23754159
@PDimoldenberg
@VoteTimBarnes
@sohosocietyw1
@sohoite
Lime setting a precedent, for their users, to park bikes on pavements, instead of demarcated zones. This is a total failure by the operator to encourage responsible use, with accessibility in mind. Likewise, this is a total failure by the council to hold operators to account.
@JamesJimCarver
@LondonGasketeer
@CityWestminster
Hello James. C.S.Lewis and I attended the same college, though almost 100 years apart, so I was fortunate to enjoy the same gas lamps that he would have walked past on a daily basis.
With respect Paul, asking Lime to remove 2 vehicles is hardly newsworthy or commendable.
Is this how low you set the bar for positive action against the blight of rental e-bikes? This "action" will not console Westminster's residents, nor compel operators to clean up their act.
Here's London's newest landmark - Park Lane tent city. Drug use, public defecation, begging and verbal abuse reported daily.
We are calling on
@CityWestminster
and
@tfl
to accelerate action against the growing homeless encampment.
Sign our petition ✍️
The Mayor is dragging his feet on using the legal powers, granted to him, to regulate
#pedicabs
.
Every day that goes by, tourists fall prey to rip-off fees and local residents suffer from loud music. The time to act is now.
Sign our petition ✍️
Today I have written to
@SebDance
and
@MayorofLondon
asking for the urgent implementation of regulations for Pedicabs. The laws exist to make pedicabs a safer form of transport and now TfL need to introduce the regulations.
First, the
@CityWestminster
removed numerous historic gas lamps dating back 200 years, which I fought against with the
@LondonGasketeer
.
Now,
@TfL
plans to remove the iconic
#Millbank
palm tree to make room for a modern junction with a cycle path.
Safety is important. But
I'm delighted for
@twocitiesnickie
to have been re-adopted!
From saving our busses and taking on illegal pedicabs, to backing local business and pioneering workplace rights for couples undergoing IVF treatment - she is a strong, compassionate voice for
#TwoCities
residents 💙
It was a pleasure to meet the former Minister for Immigration and
@Conservatives
leadership candidate,
@RobertJenrick
, at the
@CLWCA
reception.
Robert made a strong, passionate case for party renewal and electoral fightback and I wish him the best of luck in his leadership bid.
It was a pleasure to meet the Shadow Minister for Security
@TomTugendhat
, at the
#WestEnd
by-election campaign for
@VoteTimBarnes
.
The annual crime rate in the ward is at an all-time high. It won't do.
For a secure and prosperous West End, on September 19th -
#VoteTimBarnes
🗳️
Yet another reason why
#docklessbikes
need a rethink. The kickstands are not effective in windy conditions, resulting in bikes falling over, becoming a hazard for cars and pedestrians alike.
@limebike
, I suggest you look into it, as this is an accident waiting to happen.
This morning, Cllr
@timjmitchell
and I delivered literature on
@CityWestminster
's proposed 1️⃣,8️⃣0️⃣0️⃣% parking charges increase for
#EV
's⚡🅿️
The scheme will punish local tradespeople and SMEs, who have done the right thing, as well as hinder future adoption of EVs.
#TwoCities
It was a great pleasure to host Lord
@WilliamJHague
at the
@StJamesMatters
fundraiser, together with
@CLWCA
. A prominent conservative voice and one of the greatest prime ministers we never had.
This corner of Warwick Row has become a dumping ground/public bathroom, to the dismay of local business and residents. 🚻🚮
Despite many reports, the response from
@CityWestminster
has been inadequate.
I ask the council to step up and take a proactive approach on this issue 🚯
An honour to attend a reception at St James's Palace, to listen to Prof. Michael Snape of
@durham_uni
speak on the subjects of Anglicans, Empire and Military, before WWI.
Thank you to
@TalbotHouseFoun
for the invitation and for the wonderful work you do.
#RemembranceSunday
Residents of St James's are having to navigate this insurmountable obstacle, every day!
It is an eyesore, a health risk and is inaccessible for wheelchair users. I ask
@CityWestminster
to urgently address their inadequate
#docklessbikes
parking scheme.
#stjamesmatters
@WCCpressoffice
@limebike
Would it not make more sense to introduce 'parking zones', rather than 'no-parking zones'?
Identifying safe & suitable parking spaces, that serve as 'digital docking stations', rather than just adding more pressure on the streets, that didn't make the 'no parking' list.
This
#GivingTuesday
, I'm raising awareness for
@OvercomingMS
, who do indispensable work in supporting
#MultipleSclerosis
patients 🫂
I am proud to support OMS, through
@AbishevBI
, in their mission to enable people with MS to live fulfilled lives 🌟
➡️
I was delighted to meet
@theresecoffey
at the
@instituteforgov
and discuss the governments' decarbonisation plan.
As the first G20 economy to halve its carbon emissions, UK must use its soft powers to co-opt the biggest global polluters to play their part in
#NetZero
efforts 🟢
@Chris_Chambo_
@LBC
@LBCNews
Conservatives record on women:
- 3 female prime ministers
- Gender pay gap enshrined in law
- Modern Slavery act ( 71% are women)
- Shared parental leave
- Domestic Violence Act
- Voyeurism Offenses Act
- Revenge p*rn now an offence
- Upskirting now an offence
I could go on.
@WCCpressoffice
@DailyMailUK
The "rate payers and council tax payers of Westminster" have overwhelmingly spoken out against spending £3m to get rid of 0.008% of Westminster's emissions, while relegating another part of London's DNA to the pages of history. These lamps belong to us - not Westminster Council.
These findings demonstrate the
@CityWestminster
's total disregard for the views of their residents, who deserve better.
Introducing a 1,800% parking charges hike for EVs, despite a 91.9% opposition to the scheme, is not only inappropriate - it is undemocratic.
A week ago I posted about how
@CityWestminster
had introduced their new parking fees ahead of publishing the consultation they had promised - and now we know why!
91.9% *opposed* the new charges!
#Labour
don't believe in listening to local
#residents
, particularly when they
@Councillorsuzie
I'd like to gently draw everyone's attention to the last time Sadiq claimed he has no plans to introduce a scheme. I wonder if he kept his word?
@WCCpressoffice
@CityWestminster
The fight against irresponsibly-parked e-bikes has been a failure, thus far. These images are a week apart and the bikes are still there. The council must get tougher on operators and make the failure to enforce their own rules, financially painful for them.
📫 This morning the
@CLWCA
team has been delivering
@twocitiesnickie
's report, in the historic Churchill Gardens.
🏢 The estate was developed in 1946-1962 to a design by the architects Powell and Moya, replacing Victorian houses extensively damaged during the Blitz.
#TwoCities
@MPSSoho
@MetCycleCops
Thank you for this much-needed initiative. These illegally-modified cycles are much preferred by criminals, due to their nimbleness and lack of traceability. Every one that you take off the road can save a life.
A pleasant evening in Ruislip, organised by
@Hillingdon_Tory
, for
@JamesCleverly
.
James is a voice of experience and has a clear plan for the party, based on unity, competence and leading from the centre.
I wholeheartedly support his candidacy for
@Conservatives
party leader.
The silence from the PM is deafening. At the pivotal hour, when the nation needed a firm voice to condemn the barbarism on its streets and reassure the public - Keir Starmer has clocked out early.
Leadership is demonstrated through decisive action and we have been left wanting.
An insightful visit to the
@instituteforgov
, for a panel discussion on the role of devolution in regional growth, in England 🏴
Effective devolution can provide greater freedoms and efficiencies, strengthen local communities and deliver on the government's agenda to
#LevelUp
⬆️
This morning I met with the local
#StJames
's officers, as a part of
@MPSMayfair
's 'Coffee with a Cop' ☕👮♀️
A big thanks to PC Liz and the rest of
@MPSWestminster
team, who keep our streets safe. I encourage everyone to visit the next CWAC, for any policing concerns ✍️
#TwoCities
In 3 months' time, I'll run the
@LondonMarathon
while fundraising for
@BobbyMooreFund
🥇
🎗️ Founded in memory of
#BobbyMoore
OBE, the fund sponsors pioneering
#bowelcancer
research.
🌟 Please help me fund life-saving research by donating any amount!
🌐
Nickie has been a strong, compassionate voice and a champion for the
#twocities
. From delivering the Pedicabs Bill, saving countless bus routes, championing IVF workplace support, tackling short-term lets and backing local business - it has been an honour to work alongside you!💙
It has been the greatest honour to have been elected as a public servant for 18 years. However, I will not be seeking re-election.
I remain loyal to the Conservative Party and our Prime Minister, and I will continue to work hard for local people across the Two Cities.
It was a great pleasure to meet the Mayor of Pietrasanta, Italy -
@albertostefanog
of
@forza_italia
.
A dedicated representative of the commune, that I've grown to love, and an all-round gentleman.
É stato un grande piacere conoscerti, Alberto! 🇬🇧🤝🇮🇹
It was a pleasure to join a great community event and witness
@StJamesTories
councillors lighting up the Christchurch Gardens Christmas tree 🎄🌟
#WestminsterMatters
The Victoria
#ChristmasTree
has been lit! 🌟
Deputy Lord Mayor of Westminster, together with councillors
@timjmitchell
and Mark Shearer, have switched on the lights, while the St Matthew's Primary School choir sang Christmas carols 🎶🎄
A special thanks goes to
@VictoriaBID
✨
It was a pleasure to attend another engaging
@instituteforgov
panel discussion, on the implications of the
#ProcurementAct
2024.
As a small business owner, I was reassured to hear that the act will provide greater opportunities for
#SME
's to compete for government tenders.
☔💨 Wind and rain didn't stop the St James's team from delivering
@twocitiesnickie
's annual report, highlighting local issues, raised by the
#twocities
residents 💙
📢 Stay up to date by signing up to the community e-newsletter ➡️
#WestminsterMatters
This
#ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
I'd like to highlight the fantastic work of my charity partner -
@Honeypotcharity
🐝
Since 1996 they've been enhancing the lives of
#youngcarers
and I have stood as a proud supporter, since 2016💛
Learn More ➡️
Urilift is an ingenious solution to the issue of public urination. But the tragic death occuring over the weekend raises questions over its safety. I hope that
@CityWestminster
will work with the company to ensure no more lives are endangered
#TwoCities
It is hard not to see a near-direct correlation between the number of stop and searches and knife-related offences, in London.
Stop and search takes knives off the streets and saves lives.
I appeal to
@metpoliceuk
and
@MayorofLondon
to follow the evidence.
#knifecrime