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Democracy

Find out about voting, previous election results and the electoral register.

Democracy in Westminster

Find out about our council, councillors, meetings, MPs and our GLA representative and view the Central Register of Councillors.

Elections, referendums and how to vote

Find information about recent and upcoming elections and referendums, as well as registering to vote and other ways to vote.

Register to vote

How to register to vote in local and national elections.

Census 2021

The census is a once-in-decade survey that gives a clearer picture of all the people and households in England and Wales.

Ward profiles

Ward profiles provide an overview of the latest information across a range of different subject areas based on recent data.

Apply for Ward Budget funding

Ward Budgets are a resource that our Councillors can use to support local issues and priorities.

Cabinet

Find out more about the Leader of Westminster City Council and the other councillors who are part of the Cabinet.

Stream council meetings

We want you to be able to follow and take part in the democratic decisions that affect you in Westminster.

Policy and scrutiny committees

Read details of the four policy and scrutiny committees and the Westminster Scrutiny Commission.

Committee meetings, agendas and minutes

A wide range of information and documents relating to the council’s decision making processes.

Register of Members' interests

If you want to register as a member, here are the rules regarding registering Members’ interests.

Members' allowances

Find out about the member's allowance scheme and members' allowance paid.

Queen's Park Community Council

Find out what the Community Council does, and a register of interests.

The Lord Mayor of Westminster

Councillor Patricia McAllister takes on the ceremonial role of The Right Worshipful Lord Mayor of Westminster.

Petitions

Anyone who lives, works or studies in the City of Westminster can organise and sign a petition. This includes the under 18s.

Full Electoral Register and Open Register

The Full Electoral Register lists everyone who is entitled to vote. It is available for inspection at the our office.

Electoral services privacy notice

The Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) and Returning Officer (RO) collect and use information about residents.

Annual electoral register canvass

We seek to ensure that all Westminster residents who are eligible to vote appear on the register of electors.

General election 2019

See details of our polling places, dates and deadlines, and results of the most recent General election.

Public participation at Full Council meetings

Your chance to ask a question at an Ordinary Full Council meeting.