Chancellor’s Budget Announcement
Changes that may affect your business: The government will continue to provide eligible retail, hospitality and leisure properties in England with 100% business rates relief from 1 April 2021…
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Engine Off Every Stop
PaddingtonNow BID are working together with the Mayor of London office, Camden Council and City of London Corporation to support and raise awareness to the newly launched Idling Action…
Al Fresco Dining to Return in Spring
Westminster City Council’s al fresco scheme will be returning when restaurants, pubs and bars are expected to re-open to outdoor diners on 12 April and will remain throughout the…
Round 2 Additional Restrictions Grant (ARG) Scheme
Applications are now open for the second round of Additional Restrictions Grants (ARG). The ARG supports businesses that are not covered by other grant schemes or where additional funding…
Government Roadmap Out of Lockdown
On 22 February 2021, the Prime Minster Boris Johnson announced a four-step roadmap out of lockdown to ease restrictions across England and provide a route back to a more…
Lillian Penson Hall Refurbishment
The University of London is bringing forward proposals for the refurbishment of Lillian Penson Hall in Paddington’s Talbot Square. Lillian Penson Hall operates as a student hall of residence…
Lockdown Love in Paddington
Show your love for Paddington this Valentine’s Day by supporting the area and local businesses. Pay it forward, order online or book a romantic get-a-way in the future. Check…
Whitbread announces Premier Inn in Paddington
Premier Inn owner Whitbread have signed a deal with Investco Real Estate and YardNine to open a new 366 bedroom hotel and restaurant as part of a major mixed-use…
Free Digital Training for Businesses
Westminster Council have launched a new series of free digital skills training to help support high street businesses to digitalise their operations, generate online sales and deliver their goods/services…
£4.6 billion in New National Lockdown Grants
The Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, has announced a one-off top-up grant of up to £9,000 per business for those in the retail, hospitality and leisure sectors, that have been made…
National Lockdown: Stay at Home
The Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced a national lockdown and instructed people to stay at home to control the virus, protect the NHS and save lives. The decision…
Explore Paddington Magazine
The latest edition of Explore Paddington Magazine is out now. This edition was published under Tier 2, sadly many of the businesses that prepared for Winter events have had…
Art Work Brings Positivity and Colour to Paddington
There is a striking new artwork in Paddington wrapping around the site of Paddington Square, the upcoming development set to transform the area in Spring 2022. The art work,…
Community Safety Team and Christmas Office Hours
In what has been an extraordinary year, we hope you can find joy in the festive season. Please stay at home, stay safe and look after yourselves and those…
London: Tier 4 Lockdown Stay at Home
London is in Tier 4. Figures show cases are rising rapidly and there is a new variant of the virus which spreads more easily. It is vital that we follow the…
London: Tier 3 Lockdown
London will move in to a Tier 3 lockdown on December 16 due to a rise in numbers throughout the capital. Which businesses can remain open? retail premises can…
Donate to a Paddington Charity
More than anything, we want to celebrate the NHS and in particular the doctors, nurses and support staff at St. Mary’s Hospital in Paddington. We couldn’t be prouder,…
8 Ways to Celebrate the Festive Season in Paddington
1. Warm and Cosy Paddington Pubs The Hyde Bar for an amazing selection of warming whiskies. The Cleveland Arms for cosy fire nook and amazing roasts. The Monkey Puzzlefor its…
Christmas Travel Advice
From 2 December to 27 December the advice on travelling outside of your tier, including for overnight stays, will depend on your tier. Check the rules for your tier here.…
London: Tier 2 Lockdown
London will move in to a Tier 2 lockdown when the national lockdown ends at midnight on December 2. What does this mean for Paddington? Restaurants and cafes can…
National Restrictions Update: 23 December
On Monday 23 November, the Government confirmed current national restrictions will end on Wednesday 2 December. A return to the three-tier system will start from Thursday 3 December, however…
8 Tips to keep you mentally healthy this Winter
The COVID-19 pandemic is a new and uncertain time for us all and whilst we are all experiencing the pandemic differently, it is understandable that you might be feeling anxious…
Lockdown Take 2: Takeaway and Delivery Options Open in Paddington
No sooner had we got used to eating alfresco and socialising in our bubbles, we’re back to delivery and takeaway only (or of course cooking at home, but you…
Financial support for businesses in second lockdown
As England goes in to a four week lockdown, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced that the furlough scheme will be extended to cover the period from November 4 to December…
New national lockdown restrictions from 5 November
On 31 October, 2020 Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced a four week long lockdown for England starting on Thursday 5 November and lasting until Wednesday 2 December. Due to…
Support for the hospitality sector this winter
Westminster City Council has published an extensive guide that sets out the details of the wide range of support available to the hospitality sector over the winter months. This…
Have your say on Westminster’s licensing policy
Westminster is at the heart of London’s night-time and visitor economy, and licensed premises contribute a huge amount to the economy and vibrancy of the City. However, they can…
Free WEEE Collection Day
We are delighted to let you know that the BID, in partnership with First Mile, has arranged a free WEEE collection day on Tuesday 17 November and all businesses…