Parliament Square should be set aside for London’s unsung heroes for the day of the Royal Wedding, council chiefs urged today.
Westminster council said the capital’s voluntary and community groups who work tirelessly to improve the lives of others should have exclusive access to the square giving them a prime viewing point of William and Kate’s celebrations on April 29th.
Under the proposals, each borough would provide details of suitable groups and individuals to ensure that there was representation in the square from every part of the capital.
It comes as the High Court is due to consider an application by the council to have the anti-war protestors removed from the square’s pavement for blocking the public highway.
Cllr Colin Barrow, leader of Westminster Council, said he hoped the Mayor of London and Prime Minister would back the idea which would represent the “Big Society coming to town to enjoy the big day.”
Cllr Barrow said: “On 29th April and in the days leading up to it, the eyes of the world will be on London.
“The royal wedding provides a unique opportunity to showcase everything that is great in the capital with Parliament Square and Westminster Abbey at its focal point.
“William and Kate have made it clear that they wish to have a different style of wedding and to share it with as many people as possible.
“So what better way to reclaim the square than to give it over on the day itself for the use of community and voluntary groups from across London who do so much fantastic work
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