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Dear Members, Westminster City Council has now launched its consultation on the proposed changes to the draft Statement of Licensing Policy 2026. Our input is essential to influence shaping their licensing approach that promotes a well-managed environment while addressing issues such as crime, safety, and nuisance. WCC dedicated Commonplace link provides a PDF version of the draft Stat....

Dear RSMSJ Members,

We are delighted that so many of you attended our Extraordinary General Meeting immediately followed by Annual General Meeting on Monday 15th of June 2026 at the Mayfair Library. We were pleased that the vote approved the proposed constitutional updates, which will allow the Society to move forward with a governance structure better suited to current requirem....

It was wonderful to see that so many of our members joined  Lord Mayor of Westminster Paul Dimoldenberg - our “Walking Lord Mayor” - and The Resident's Society of Mayfair and St. James's for a walk through the rich and layered history of our neighbourhood. The walk led by Dr. Francis Boorman took place on Saturday 28th March 3.00 - 4.30pm. We met ou....

Share your views on GLA Draft London Strategic Licensing Policy Consultation    Thank you in advance for giving your views on the proposal for the GLA to become a responsible authority for licensing. The Consultation is now closed (page can be found here and the Draft Policy on this link ) The draft policy significantly emphasizes expanding the nighttime economy, which raises con....

The Royal Parks have proposed some updates regarding this summer’s BST Hyde Park event. Due to rising operational and sustainability costs, they proposed an increase in daily capacity by 5,000 attendees.  The application is now closed for comments. Thank you  for your engagement.

Please share your feedback with us on info@rsmsj.com with specific feedback, and co....

Hi members of The Resident's Society of Mayfair and St. James's, We welcome you all this Sunday, join Lord Mayor Paul Dimoldenberg for a fun stroll through Mayfair’s rich history and hidden stories!

This Sunday, Feb 22, 2026 from 3 pm to 4:30 pm GMT The Ritz London 150 Piccadilly London W1J 9BR Meeting point: The Ritz — just beyond the south-east corner entrance. The....

IMPORTANT - Consultation on Pedestrianisation of Oxford Street - closed - 16 Jan 2026

Dear RSMSJ Members,

Transport for London's eight-week consultation on proposals for changes for the pedestrianisation of the section of Oxford Street between Orchard Street and Great Portland Street is now closed.

For further information please visit TFL website link ....

Brown Hart Gardens – Construction Works Commencement We have been informed that refurbishment works commenced at Brown Hart Gardens, London, W1K 6WP. As you may be aware, this project received planning permission in early 2024 to re-landscape the Gardens. The project will create a softer urban landscape in North Mayfair, reinstating the character of historic gardens and offering an invitin....

Hyde Park Winter Wonderland Residents Tour Tuesday, December 9th at 4pm.   It was great to see so many residents at our exclusive Mayfair and St James's residents tour of Hyde Park Winter Wonderland on Tuesday 9 December from 4pm to 6pm. The tour was led by Suzy Griffiths, Vice President of Hyde Park Winter Wonderland and  involved a trip on the Wheel, a visit to the Magic....

We were delighted to see so many of the residents at this year’s RSMSJ Festive Drinks, on Monday 1st December from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. The cocktail soiree was held at the stunning newly opened Eagle bar in the Chancery Rosewood.   Thanks so much for attending - if you'd like to volunteer to help with the Society no matter how much (or how little) time you have - please get in ....