Business in Westminster
This section is for anyone who owns a business in Westminster. You’ll find information on how the council is helping local businesses, advice on starting a small or medium-sized business, as well as all the forms you will need. You can also find advice and guidance on health and safety issues, and pay business rates too.
London businesses can access a range of support programmes provided by the London Development Agency, European Union and local boroughs. Most of these programmes will have free of charge elements to help you grow your business economically. The Source of Funded Support document sets out the main business support programmes available to small businesses in London.
Business e-newsletter
We send out a business e-newsletter directly to businesses across Westminster every month.
Sign up to our newsletter to make sure you’re kept up to date with news, information and opportunities from the council.
Starting a Business
Do you require assistance with starting-up or running a small or medium sized business? There are a range of organisations that provide free support and advice to new and existing businesses.
Communitysafe
CommunitySafe is a website, providing real-time information on crime prevention and counter-terrorism in London, direct from the authorities.
Economic Development Strategy
The Economic Development Strategy sets out the Council's approach to improving the Westminster economy.
Westminster Economic Report
Local Economic Assessment Baseline Study, brings together a wide range of public data on Westminster's economy.
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Wheels for your business - when you want them
Whether your company needs one car or 20, every day or every now and then, Westminster Car Club fits the bill. No more relying on private and hire cars or waiting for taxis – just reserve cars near your home and office 24/7 by the hour or day. Open an account today to get instant access to the whole fleet, and start saving with low hourly and weekday rates for business members only.
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