Statement of Licensing Policy (2008) WCC - Westminster City Council

Cultural Strategy 8In March 2003, the council released ‘Culture in the City’ a Cultural Strategy thatacknowledges that Westminster is the creative and cultural heart of the capital. It isa major gateway for tourists visiting London and the UK. The strategy encouragesthe council and its partners to play a large part in developing and promoting culturethorough support and investment.The vision of the Statement of Licensing Policy complements the aim of the council’sCultural Strategy. In drafting this Licensing Statement the council has taken intoaccount the need to encourage and promote live music, dancing and theatre for thewider cultural benefi t of communities generally (revised Guidance, paragraphs 13.57,13.70).Other StrategiesEquality and Diversity Strategy and Action Plan(including the Primary Care Trust Race, Diversity and Gender Equality Schemes 2005– 2008)Local Implementation Plan (2006)Programme for a Healthier Westminster 2006- 2008 (2006)Supporting People Strategy 2005 – 2010 (2005)Sustainable Waste Strategy for the City of Westminster (2001)Local Area Agreements PartnershipLocal Area Renewal Partnerships• Church Street• Westbourne• Queens Park• South Westminster• Harrow Road.1088 City of Westminster, Culture in the City