#Kensington needs its local shops, cafes and markets to thrive, and I will always fight their corner. Bringing businesses together to help promote our high streets and linking vacant units with community groups are just two practical ways in which we can help.
April 28th, 2019
March 13th, 2019
Protecting our High Streets
We need to protect our high streets if #Kensington is to truly thrive. I’ve received hundreds of responses on my recent ‘Campaigns for Kensington’ survey and this is a big issue for local people. Fighting the corner of local shops, cafes and traders will always be my priority.
Spring 2019 Newsletter
National politics is fixated on Brexit, but I am very conscious from my postbag, that there are so many vital and important issues in our day-to-day lives. At this time of year of renewal, of putting winter behind us, I have concentrated on community events – as that to me is the spirit of our community here in Kensington.There is plenty going on in Kensington, but much of my time is taken up helping residents with casework and making sure that I can put you in touch with the help and assistance that you need.
We have just had the “offer day” for school places, and Kensington and Chelsea did not have enough space in its excellent schools, so this will be one of my campaigns if I am selected to be your candidate for the next General Election.
Whilst the politicians in Westminster have been battling it out over Brexit, it has been a busy few months locally in Kensington, and I would commend the RBKC Councils new plan available here.
Chelsea Wards Super Saturday and Mega Monday
A massive thank you to all who came out in Chelsea last Tuesday (23rd April) to deliver the leaflets regarding the successful campaign to stop Sadiq Khan’s proposed changes to Chelsea bus routes.
This weekend, we’ll be hitting the streets of Chelsea again to cover Stanley and Chelsea Riverside Wards – and we’d really love your help!
We will also be in Chelsea Riverside again next Monday (29th April) in order to finish deliveries for the Ward.
April 27th, 2019We must invest in the next generation to cut knife crime
The rise in knife crime and violent crime, particularly amongst young people, has heightened the debate about drugs. However, I am not one of those hand-wringers who think the answer to knife crime and drug wars is the legalisation of drugs. What do you think the drug dealers would go off and do? Sit around? This is very unlikely. This is a problem that must be tackled from all sides with unity and purpose. This is about investing in our young people.
Read Victoria’s article on Conservative Home…
April 25th, 2019A way to kick-start London’s housing market
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Al-Hasaniya Moroccan Women’s Centre AGM
For over 30 years years, Al-Hasaniya Moroccan Women’s Centre continues to serve the needs of Moroccan and Arabic-speaking women and their families in London.
I was delighted to speak at their AGM this year.
Read Al Hasaniya’s letter here
March 13th, 2019
Your Priorities for Kensington
I’ve been receiving hundreds of responses from my #Kensington survey. Crime, the cost of living and supporting local businesses are just some of the issues important to you. If you haven’t yet told me your priorities for our area, you can do so by visiting victoriaborwick.london. Your views are important and they will form the basis of my ‘Campaigns for Kensington’.
Local decisions affect you…
Local decisions affect you but how can you affect local decisions?
The Council is reviewing how we make decisions and how we can better involve local people in the decisions that matter to them. Public meetings will be held monthly from October 2018 until May 2019.
Upcoming events include:
5 February 2019, 6.30pm; Freeman Suite, Kensington Town Hall
2 April 2019, 6.30pm; Freeman Suite, Kensington Town Hall
2 May 2019, 6.30pm; Committee Room 1, Kensington Town Hall
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Photo Diary
Just a few of the things I have been doing this week!
Boris Johnson about Victoria
Testimonials
Congratulations to you and to all students who are completing their studies and graduating – congratulations for all the work and efforts that you have put in. Delighted to have helped Kensington students
Thanks to Sue Redmond for your generous words! We need to do everything we can to tackle disability hate crime and your work is very important!
Thank you Zara Ghods for your kind words. It was a pleasure working together for our older Kensington residents!Latest News
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Protecting our High Streets
New Podcast Alert
Did you know you can now listen to my brand new podcast ‘In Conversation with Victoria Borwick’ on #Spotify and on Google Podcasts? In it, I discuss the important issues facing #Kensington and #London. Episode 1 is on knife crime, let me know what you think!
Now also available on PodBean and Apple Podcasts
Tweets
Victoria Borwick and Cllr. Malcolm Spalding discuss BID in Earls Court
Really pleased to have Cllr. Malcom Spalding join me and talk about how a Business Improvement District in Earls Court will increase shopping and tourism and improve the area.
Click on a headline to view more …
Spring 2019 Newsletter
National politics is fixated on Brexit, but I am very conscious from my postbag, that there are so many vital and important issues in our day-to-day lives. At this time of year of renewal, of putting winter behind us, I have concentrated on community events – as that to me is the spirit of our community here in Kensington.
A way to kick-start London’s housing market
Local decisions affect you…
Local Resident’s Survey Results – So Far
Thank you to those who completed my local resident’s survey in Kensington.
To summarise the results, I have put them in chart form here, but I shall be taking up these topics with our local councillors, where relevant, and if you re-select me as your candidate I will ensure that these form the basis of my “Campaigns for Kensington”.
If you haven’t completed my survey yet, there’s still time to do so by clicking here.
Why I can win back Kensington
Victoria Borwick sets out why she’s the right choice to be the Tory’s Kensington candidate at the next general election.
A decisive step forward towards Brexit
A draft deal that delivers on the referendum and will see us take back control of our money, laws and borders.
It will end freedom of movement while protecting jobs, security and our precious Union.
Chancellor’s Budget 2018 – Local Impact
Read the local impact of the Chancellor’s Budget 2018 here…
What the Conservatives are doing
Get involved in our campaign by Sharing the Facts about what we’re doing to help secure a better future – and how Labour would put it all at risk.
Death toll on your conscience Mr Mayor?
On knife crime, you must and you CAN do more Mr Mayor.
As I write this, sixty young people have lost their lives this year. Sixty families grieving. This cannot go on.
As I write this, sixty young people have lost their lives this year. Sixty families grieving. This cannot go on.
First year anniversary of Grenfell Tower
As we commemorate the first anniversary of the tragedy of Grenfell I am pleased that the Prime Minister has publicly confirmed the Government’s ongoing support for all those affected by this tragedy.
This article from the Prime Minister appeared in the Evening Standard:
The Prime Minister outlines her Brexit approach
The Rt Hon Theresa May MP, Prime Minister
The Sunday Times
Sunday 13th May 2018
Trust me, I’ll take back control — but I’ll need your help
Amid all the noisy debate and technical discussions about our departure from the European Union, I want to take this opportunity to remind the British public of my mission in the negotiations.
Windrush settlers
As an MP much of my time was spent in debates in Parliament or immersed in casework, but there was also the opportunity of dipping into the fantastic library in the House of Commons, I therefore had time to read several accounts of our Windrush arrivals, and those that preceded them – I particularly enjoyed the Trevor Phillips book where he interviewed and followed the lives of many individuals and their experiences.
Broadband in Kensington
Meeting with the Minister to discuss the urgent need to improve Broadband access in Kensington.
Local meeting was held at the Town Hall with Councillors, Openreach team from BT and Tony Devenish from the GLA. All residents urgently need good broadband. Cllr Matthew Palmer also led a resident meeting to improve these services with representatives from BT.
Notting Hill Carnival
Significant changes must be made, to improve this event, which drew in a million people this year.
Grenfell Tower
I am absolutely devastated by this dreadful fire, as we all are. I have visited the local voluntary centres on a number of occasions in order to help as I know have many of you. The community’s response has been amazing.
Air Quality
London turns Red
When Theresa May stood on the steps of Downing Street and spoke directly to the people of Britain she showed that she understood the complexity of people’s lives, and we all gave a collective sigh of relief across the Country that the Head Girl was in charge and we were in capable hands.