From Scrutiny to Delivery: Why London’s Construction Industry Needs Support to Turn Housing Talk into Action
by Jennifer Adler-Potts, WBC ESG in Property & Construction Network Director The publication of two major national reports last week in parallel, the House of Lords Industry and Regulators Committee report on the Building Safety Regulator and Homes England’s Strategic Plan 2025 to 2030, should mark a defining moment for housing delivery in London. The […]
How to Be Compliant in Construction: Empowering Westminster SMEs Through the Supplier Readiness Programme
As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting SME growth, strengthening supply chains and delivering meaningful social value across Westminster, Westminster Business Council is delighted to highlight the latest instalment of the WCC Supplier Readiness Programme: How to Be Compliant in Construction – Information Session, taking place on Monday 8 December 2025 at Westminster City […]
Join the Sustainable City Charter – Build a Greener, Fairer Westminster
Westminster Business Council is proud to announce that we are now a strategic partner of Westminster City Council’s Sustainable City Charter — a borough-wide initiative designed to accelerate environmental action and support organisations in transitioning to a low-carbon, resilient future. If your organisation has premises within Westminster, this is your moment to step forward and […]
Event Review & White Paper: How SMEs Are Powering ESG Transformation in Property & Construction
The construction industry is undergoing one of the most significant shifts in its history. Environmental pressures, social expectations and governance reform are reshaping how we design, build and interact with the spaces around us. Yet while policy announcements and major corporate commitments often dominate headlines, the real momentum for change is emerging from elsewhere: the […]
Culture, Collaboration and Connection Shine at October’s Hidden Gem
The October Hidden Gem brought members and guests together for another sold-out evening. This time in the vibrant surroundings of Camino King’s Cross. The event introduced a new format that began with an inspiring workshop led by Owen Williams from 6RS, a valued WBC member and this month’s event sponsor. Owen’s session, “Bringing Your Culture […]
September Hidden Gem at Gaucho Charlotte Street
Our September Hidden Gem took us to the stylish setting of Gaucho Charlotte Street, and what an evening it was! With a full house and a buzzing atmosphere, the event brought together members, guests, and friends of Westminster Business Council for an unforgettable evening of networking and collaboration. From the moment doors opened, the room […]
Event Review: WBC Annual Summer Rooftop Party at The Hippodrome
On Wednesday 20th August, Westminster Business Council held our Annual Summer Rooftop Party at the iconic Hippodrome Casino in Leicester Square. This event has become a much-loved tradition, kindly hosted by the Hippodrome for the past three years, and once again it was a total sell-out, with over 100 members, guests, and friends of WBC in attendance. The rooftop […]
Hospitality Meets Security: Preparing for Imminent HMRC Reform
Delivered by Westminster Business Council, in partnership with the Night Time Industries Association and Carbonite Protect With big changes to employment regulations in the UK’s private security sector coming into effect, Westminster Business Council, alongside our partners, delivered the “Hospitality Meets Security” workshop last month to help hospitality leaders navigate the regulatory landscape. The motivation was […]
Event Review: Summer Connections at our Hidden Gem Garden Party
On Wednesday 23rd July, Westminster Business Council hosted a special edition of the Hidden Gem networking series as a Summer Garden Party in the leafy courtyard of the Fitzrovia Community Centre in Central London. With over 60 professionals in attendance, the event welcomed a diverse mix of sectors, including technology, finance, law, hospitality, sustainability, and […]