History of the Scheme

During the Covid pandemic, a temporary al fresco scheme was implemented on Warwick Way and Churton Street in summer 2020 to help the local hospitality businesses reopen after periods of lockdown. An online survey regarding the continuation of the temporary scheme and development of a permanent scheme was carried out in August - September 2021. The results showed that over 83% of the local residents and businesses were supportive of the proposals. More information can be found in this link - https://www.westminster.gov.uk/alfresco. Due to the popularity and strong support from the local community, it was decided that the Council would develop a permanent highways scheme that would see improvements to Warwick Way and Churton Street.

Informal Public Consultation

After the Stage 1 feasibility design was developed, an early informal public consultation was undertaken for 8 weeks from 15th December 2022 to 9th February 2023. There were 722 responses received via the online survey form, email, letter and phone call. The results show 74.76% support for the Warwick Way proposal and 71.97% support for the Churton Street proposal. Generally, there was greater support from those in close proximity to the scheme. For further information, please visit Informal Public Consultation.

Traffic Management Order (TMO) Consultation

Due to the strong overall support for the scheme and the positive contribution it makes towards achieving the Fairer Westminster strategy, a Traffic Management Order consultation was undertaken from 15th November 2023 - 6th December 2023. For further information, please visit Traffic Management Order Consultation