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MOVE OVER WORLD, WE’RE NEXT.It’s a cliché but it’s true: we are the future. If we put our

minds to it there’s very little we can’t do.

We can use our fresh ideas to launch new businesses that

change the way things are done. And there’s lots of support

in Westminster for young people to do this – whether that’s

at one of the low-cost working spaces in Westminster or

through having a mentor. There’s even a whole week this

November – Westminster Enterprise Week – with talks from

The Apprentice contestants and loads of events that will

point young entrepreneurs in the right direction.

That’s not all. We can use the power of our voices to change

politics. You might feel powerless, but if you register to vote at 16,

and vote at 18, you’ll make politicians stand up and listen to what

matters to you. Want to get even more involved? Read on to see

what we’re doing in the Youth Council and how you can take part.

If you have any questions for me, or just want to get in touch,

email westminsteryouthmp@westminster.gov.uk

Aby Murray Youth MP, Westminster

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6 WIN tickets to see Thriller Live

7 TAKE POWER why politics needs you

6 ENTERTAINED find activities near you

CONTENTS

8 DISCOVER WESTMINSTER uncover the city’s best

spots

4 AMBITIOUS how to take your business

from zero to launch

Cover photo: Jual Ahmed, former Westminster

Youth MP, and his cousin Sajjad Chowdhury.

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Like many young people, Milena Bottero,

26, found it hard to find somewhere to

rent in London while doing an unpaid

internship. This inspired her to become

a member of Impact Hub Westminster

and start up her own business,

helping young people find affordable

accommodation in London.

What is Room for tea?“Room for Tea is a website for young

people who need short-term and

affordable housing in London, specifically

interns, apprentices, trainees or people

who are doing work experience. If

they’re not from London and they need

somewhere to stay in the capital, the idea

is that they can stay in someone’s house.

We work with a lot of families and older

people who have spare rooms.”

Why is Westminster a good place to start a business?“I visit each and every room before putting it on the website. Being in Westminster means I can get everywhere really easily.

That’s why I decided to run my business

from Impact Hub Westminster, it’s so

central and makes life a lot easier.”

What is impact Hub Westminister?“It’s like a big office, but everyone here is working on their own business. All the entrepreneurs that work here have businesses that make

a positive impact on the environment or

society, which I love. You get membership

to work inside the Hub and you also get

access to lots of networking events. It’s

a great way to meet different people who

work in the same space as you, even

though they’re from different companies.

It’s basically a space to work together

and be creative!”

What advice would you give young people starting out in business?“The first thing I always insist on is market

research. I think it’s very important to

talk to people around you. One way to do

that is by sending out online surveys and

asking people to share them. Don’t be

scared of changing your idea depending on

the responses you get. You need to know

your market and be willing to adapt your

product as you go along.”

Get more business advice from

Milena online at westminster.gov.uk/enterprise-week

How I became a business owner at 22Interview by Nada El-Hammoud, 13, from Westminster Academy.

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GET BUSINESS ADVICE AND INSPIRATION FROM THE EXPERTSTake par t in Westminster Enterprise Week from 16th-22nd November. Meet top entrepreneurs including contestants from The Apprentice, learn what it takes to launch a business and tour enterprise spaces like Impact Hub Westminster. A sk your school if they’re involved or f ind more information at westminster.gov.uk /enterprise-week If you do take par t in the week share your experience using #WEW2015

TH INKING OF AN APPRENTICESH IP?An apprenticeship allows you to gain paid work

experience as well as nationally recognised qualifications, which looks great on your CV when you’ve finished. Employers look for candidates with experience as well as qualifications - so this is a great way to make you stand out from the rest. Find

vacancies and apply online at londonapprenticeshipjobs.co.uk

FIND MORE INFOR MATION ON JOBS AND SKILLS

Head over to westminster.gov.uk /youth where you can

f ind lots more information about per fecting your CV, job-

hunting, running your own business, f inding a mentor or

getting training. There are new oppor tunities uploaded

all the time - making it a great place to star t. There’s

also lots more information on free activ ities and events

in Westminster, how to save money, staying healthy and

suppor t for young parents and carers.

FOLLOW IN MILENA’S FOOTSTEPS AND TURN YOUR IDEA INTO A BUSINESs

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WIN TICKETS TO SEE THRILLER LIVE Big Michael Jackson fan? Get your hands on two free tickets

to see Thriller Live – featuring all his biggest hits – at the

Lyric Theatre in the West End.

To win tickets email one thing you’d like to see in the next

edition of Edit to edit@westminster.gov.uk by 1st November

2015. You must be under 19 to take part.

Terms and conditions apply. Prize is valid Monday-Thursday until 30th November.

Subject to availability. Prize is as stated and cannot be transferred or exchanged.

No cash alternative will be offered.

Think of a street in Westminster that relates to democracy in some way, upload it on social media using #DemocracySt and your photo could be displayed in Parliament.

When: Before November. Images will be displayed from 16th-22nd November as part of Parliament Week.

Ages: All

Cost: Free

More: democracystreet.com

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ON THE MAP!Enjoy a vibrant mix of free music, workshops, talks, special guests and DJs, live performance and debate at Late at Tate Britain.

When: 6th November, 4th December, 6-10pm

Where: Tate Britain, Millbank, SW1P 4RG

Ages: 15-25

Cost: Free

More: tate.org.uk/late-tate-britain

EXPERIMENT, CREATE &

INNOVATE THROUGH ART

Arsenal Kickz are at Westminster Academy every week helping you to work on your football skills and improve your game.

When: Wednesdays and Sundays, 4.30-6.30pm

Where: Westminster Academy, The Naim Dangoor Centre, 255 Harrow Road, W2 5EZ

Ages: 11-19

Cost: Free

More: westminsteracademy.net

Work on getting your kicks as fast as lightning with these kung fu classes.

When: Mondays and Thursdays, 7.30-8.30pm

Where: The Beethoven Centre, Third Avenue, W10 4JL

Ages: 13+

Cost: First session free then £5 per visit or £15 per month

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Big Michael Jackson fan? Get your hands on two free tickets

to see Thriller Live – featuring all his biggest hits – at the

Lyric Theatre in the West End.

To win tickets email one thing you’d like to see in the next

edition of Edit to edit@westminster.gov.uk by 1st November

2015. You must be under 19 to take part.

Terms and conditions apply. Prize is valid Monday-Thursday until 30th November.

Subject to availability. Prize is as stated and cannot be transferred or exchanged.

No cash alternative will be offered.

TAKE POWER

TAKE POWER

Use, don’t lose, your voice.

Register to vote.

Only around half of young people

are registered, whereas 96%

of older people are. Just being

registered to vote gives you

power, it means politicians have

to start thinking about you. You

can register to vote when you’re

16 at gov.uk/register-to-vote

Written by Enkhuchral Mergen,

17, from Pimlico - @EnkuushDYMP

Did you know?

• Women make up 51% of the UK, but

only 29% of parliament.

• Black and ethnic minority MPs

make up just 6% of parliament, but

represent 13% of the population.

• 18 to 24-year-olds are less likely to

vote than any other age group.

That means for most of us – women,

minorities, young people – the issues

that are important to our lives aren’t

being fully addressed. For our country

to reach its full potential we need to make

sure everyone is represented – and that

starts with us.

The earlier you get involved in politics, the

more you can do. Since joining the Youth

Council, and becoming Deputy Youth MP

this year, I’ve been working with other

young people to talk to councillors and MPs

about issues that matter to us like safety

or education, to try and improve young

people’s lives. We organise events, debate

and even run campaigns – making videos

to encourage young people to vote.

We are the people who can continue the

movement for equality. Join the Youth

Council or run for Youth MP or Deputy

Youth MP of Westminster in 2016.

Visit westminster.gov.uk/edit-youth-council

or email searnshaw@westminster.gov.uk

Enkhuchral

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DISCOVER WESTMINSTER

For a different shopping experience

unearth the cobbled roads of Seven

Dials that lead to cafés, bookshops and

high-street stores. On Oxford Street, an

old-fashioned purple clock signals the

alleyway leading to St Christopher’s Place;

there you’ll find Mrs Kibble’s Olde Sweet

Shoppe for those with a sweet-tooth.

If you’re more interested in checking out

the latest style of Vans or Doc Martens,

Carnaby Street is the place to be. Feeling

peckish? That’s not a problem, as tucked

away on Carnaby Street is Kingly Court

where you can choose from two floors of

international food, bakeries and even an

American diner.

If shopping is not your thing then grab a

bike and ride through some of London’s

best parks. St James’s Park offers an

amazing view of the London Eye and

Horse Guards from the lake bridge. We all

know Hyde Park but don’t often visit the

fountains at Lancaster Gate which offer

a great backdrop to your Instagram selfies.

Find 100s more free activities in

Westminster at westminster.gov.uk/edit-active

What do you love about Westminster?

Tweet @CityWestminster

#EditWestminster or email us at

edit@westminster.gov.uk

CHECK OUT SOME OF THE HIDDEN GEMS I’VE DISCOVERED IN WESTMINSTERArticle and photos by Olivia Sesay-Murray, 17, from Westbourne Park.

Photo: Lancaster Gate, Hyde Park

Photo: Seven Dials

Olivia

Photo: St James’s Park

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