Warwick Avenue Public Realm Scheme – Design and Implementation
Westminster Council addressed concerns regarding the Warwick Avenue Public Realm Scheme's potential impact on rats and rough sleepers in April 2026.
In April 2026, Westminster Council's Housing and Regeneration Policy and Scrutiny Committee reviewed a call-in concerning the Warwick Avenue Public Realm Scheme. Councillors raised concerns that the scheme could exacerbate existing rat problems and attract more rough sleepers. Despite these discussions, the committee decided to take no further action, allowing the Cabinet Member's decision to be implemented.
The Warwick Avenue Public Realm Scheme aims to rebalance the street for pedestrians and cyclists, introduce greening, and improve lighting. No further council meetings are currently scheduled to discuss this topic.
Key facts
- Westminster's Housing and Regeneration Policy and Scrutiny Committee reviewed a call-in on April 20, 2026. Source
- Concerns were raised about the scheme's potential to exacerbate rat problems. Source
- Concerns were raised about the scheme's potential to attract more rough sleepers. Source
- The committee decided to take no further action on the call-in. Source
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