Councillor Rachael Robathan

Strategic Planning Committee - Tuesday 16th September, 2025 6.30 pm

The Strategic Planning Committee met on 16 September 2025, and unanimously approved the demolition of the existing building at 114-150 Queensway and 97-113 Inverness Terrace, W2 and its redevelopment into two interlinked buildings with retail and restaurant space, and 94 residential units. The development includes 35% affordable housing, and is subject to a legal agreement covering various contributions and conditions.

Council - Wednesday 10th September, 2025 7.00 pm

The City of Westminster Council met on 10 September 2025, and began by electing Councillor Hamza Taouzzale as Relief Chair for the meeting. Councillors then heard questions from the public on topics ranging from policing to street lighting, and debated issues including pedestrianisation of Oxford Street, homelessness, and street cleaning. The council also received and noted the Annual Report of Policy and Scrutiny Activity in 2024/25 and the Annual Report of the Audit and Performance Committee 2024/25.

Council - Wednesday 25th June, 2025 7.00 pm

At a meeting of Westminster Council, Councillor Nickie Aiken was made an Honorary Alderman, and councillors debated a range of issues including school mergers, service charge increases, adult social care funding, cycle route safety, and housing priorities. Councillors also approved constitutional changes and an amendment to member allowances for 2025-2026.

Council - Wednesday 25th June, 2025 7.00 pm

The Westminster City Council meeting included a tribute to former Councillor Nikki Aiken, presentations from the public, questions to the cabinet, and debates on housing and private renters. Councillors voted to approve constitutional changes and amend the members' allowance scheme.

Strategic Planning Committee - Tuesday 27th May, 2025 6.30 pm

The Strategic Planning Committee of Westminster Council met to discuss three planning applications. Permission was granted for the refurbishment and extension of Ebury Gate, 23 Lower Belgrave Street, and for alterations and extensions to 25 - 27 St George Street. The committee also approved the partial demolition and extension of 6 - 10 Bruton Street.