Ballot 2026 - Unlocking another five years of progress

In August 2026, you will have the opportunity to vote YES enabling the Knightsbridge Partnership to continue delivering the vital and valued services which not only protect, enrich and promote the district, but enable businesses to thrive.

By voting YES, we will continue to strengthen the trading environment, elevate the public realm, and enhance the overall experience for visitors, workers, and residents, ensuring Knightsbridge remains one of the world’s leading luxury destinations.

Over the past five years the Knightsbridge has delivered significant value for members improvements to the district. Watch our campaign film to learn from members, property owners, stakeholders and the wider community the positive impact we have delivered, and what lies in store for the next five years.

READ OUR PLAN FOR THE NEXT FIVE YEARS

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  • PROTECT

    We will strengthen business and district resilience

  • ENRICH

    We will deliver outstanding place management

  • THRIVE

    We will provide services to help businesses prosper

  • PROMOTE

    We will position Knightsbridge as a world-leading luxury destination

In 2021 businesses across the district voted YES to establish the Knightsbridge Partnership with a clear mandate to deliver an exceptional destination to live, work and visit by investing in street cleaning, security, the public realm and destination marketing.

WHAT WE HAVE DELIVERED OVER THE PAST FIVE YEARS

  • 6m

    of business investment since 2021

  • 10%

    decrease in theft

  • £250k

    worth of stock and personal items recovered

  • 90%

    prosecution rate for top 100 prolific offenders

  • 93m

    average monthly sales in Knightsbridge

  • 90%

    of members would recommend the partnership to other businesses

  • £1.4m+

    savings for businesses through our Business Cost Reduction Scheme

  • 87%

    of members noted the partnership delivered a strong return on investment

  • 180+

    events and networking opportunities

Key achievements delivered by the Knightsbridge Partnership, 2021-2026

Over the past year, we have engaged closely with member businesses and our Board to understand your priorities and identify how our services should evolve over the next five years to continue delivering meaningful, measurable value for your investment.

  • The Knightsbridge Partnership Street Team has been an invaluable asset to the district. For Boots, their proactive approach has directly resulted in the identification and recovery of £17,600 worth of stock that would otherwise have been written off. We also make regular use of the ShopSafe Alert system to report incidents in store, contributing to shared intelligence across the district. This coordinated approach helps minimise theft, reduce losses, and strengthen collaboration between businesses. The support provided by the Partnership makes a tangible difference to both our operations and the wider retail environment.

    Gamal King Store Manager, Boots

  • Security is a non-negotiable. And what sets us apart in terms of the Partnership is the collaboration between the Knightsbridge Partnership, Harrods, other local businesses and the Metropolitan Police. Crime data analysis alongside forecasting is essential for us to remain proactive and strategically led in our approach. We forecast the peak periods and key dates where crime may increase and work alongside other partners and the police to introduce the necessary measures that will negate any potential risks or threats. This kind of coordinated intelligence led proactive approach allows us to be more prepared as a district.

    Tim Parker Director of Security and Safety, Harrodfs

  • The Knightsbridge Partnership has been a leader in driving an effective response to business crime and are a clear example of the importance of Business Improvement Districts building strong, constructive relationships with the police. The Partnership works collaboratively with us to deliver positive outcomes. Our collaborative way of working has already yielded clear results, including a 10% reduction in theft in Knightsbridge and the Brompton Road since the Partnership launched and a 90% prosecution rate for the district’s most prolific offenders. These outcomes are a testament to how effectively businesses, the Partnership, and the police can work together to make a real difference.

    Natasha Evans and Alexandra McDonagh Superintendents for Westminster and Chelsea, Metropolitan Police

  • The Knightsbridge Partnership has been a great support to CLAP London by promoting the restaurant across their campaigns, website, social media channels, and local initiatives. Their team helps showcase our seasonal campaigns and events, providing valuable exposure for the business. They have also been great at connecting us with other local businesses and helping strengthen the overall Knightsbridge community. The additional social media and content support has been very beneficial in driving awareness and attracting both local and international guests to the area.

    Hicham Chegra General Manager, CLAP London

  • Knightsbridge Partnership are setting a clear collaborative direction for the future of Knightsbridge, in particular their Place and Public Realm Strategy. It's really exciting, it exemplifies outstanding placemaking, it's strategic, it's inclusive, it's forward thinking and it rebalances people and nature, improves safety, accessibility, enhances the visitor experience and supports greener, more sustainable movement through the district.

    Howard Dawber Deputy Mayor of London for Business and Growth

  • Addressing sustainability effectively requires collaboration, shared learning, and access to the right expertise. Knightsbridge Partnership plays an important role in bringing together the knowledge and experience of the district’s key institutions to support this collective approach. Through initiatives such as the Sustainability Forum, the Partnership creates a valuable platform for businesses to learn from experts, share best practice and engage meaningfully with one another. This collaborative model helps drive a sustainability strategy that builds on proven approaches while supporting individual businesses to meet their own environmental objectives. The collective value of sharing insight and experience in this way is extremely powerful and helps ensure we are making informed, responsible decisions for the future.

    Kostas Sfaltos Managing Director, The Berkeley and The Emory Hotels

  • The Knightsbridge Partnership has consistently demonstrated the importance of co-design, bringing residents, businesses, and property owners together to shape positive change. This inclusive approach has been particularly effective in addressing complex local issues and strengthening community cohesion. Through regular communication, community meetings, and collaborative lobbying on matters such as South Carriage Drive, the Partnership ensures that local voices are aligned and amplified, helping to deliver lasting improvements for the whole neighbourhood.

    Melville Haggard Chairman, Knightsbridge Association

  • Being able to access free training for our staff from being a member of the Knightsbridge Partnership has not only saved us money, but also time to research and curate the right resources for our growing team. Our team have also shared positive feedback on how easy the THRIVE platform is to use, and the breadth of opportunities they can access quickly. It has become a valuable and indispensable asset for our HR team. We also found the free Cost Reduction Scheme valuable, with Rishi about to help identify ways we could reduce our energy costs.

    Matt Whiteley General manager, Paradox Museum

  • As a newer business in Knightsbridge, having a strong, established partnership to help navigate and connect into the district has been invaluable. We were particularly grateful for the support of Knightsbridge Partnership in hosting a networking event during our inaugural year. Their facilitation and strong relationships across the area helped ensure the event was both well-attended and impactful, and it proved to be a real success. That early support made a significant difference in helping us establish our presence and connections within Knightsbridge.

    Dr Rasha Founder, Dr Rasha Clinic

  • The Knightsbridge Partnership plays an important role in bringing the hotel sector together to develop shared priorities and a collective voice. By facilitating strategic discussions on issues such as the proposed overnight levy, the Partnership enables hotels to advocate effectively and ensure the industry is fairly represented in policy and decision-making.

    Stuart Geddes Managing Director, The Lanesborough

  • Initiatives such as the Young Professionals Network play an important role in developing future leaders, retaining valuable skills and experience, and ensuring businesses in Knightsbridge continue to benefit from a strong and diverse talent pipeline. Harvey Nichols is proud to support this year’s programme, with four of our emerging leaders participating in the current cohort, reflecting a shared commitment to investing in the next generation of talent across the district. JULIA GODDARD CEO, Harvey Nichols “

    Julia Goddard CEO, Harvey Nichols

  • Our quarterly locals evenings are kindly supported by the Knightsbridge Partnership who promote the events to local businesses and residents and results in more customers through the door as well as opportunities to collaborate with other businesses. The free photography service has also been an absolute game changer for us. As a business that utilises a lot of photography for our digital channels, being able to tap into a service which helps us to reduce this cost is so helpful.

    Katie Welch Head of Brand and Partnerships, Mayfair Chippy

  • What we particularly value is the way the Partnership encourages a sense of cohesion without overstatement. Initiatives such as The Edit magazine and the Partnership’s social platforms provide visibility and context, reinforcing a shared sense of place within one of London’s most established postcodes. This helps businesses feel

    Sonam Kaur Parmar Head of Marketing, SHOT London

  • The Knightsbridge Partnership provides valuable support in driving local visibility and footfall, connecting us with both the community and wider London audience. Their marketing and placemaking initiatives help strengthen Knightsbridge’s positioning as a premium destination, directly benefiting our business.”

    Tom Bates Director of Marketing and Communications, Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London

  • The Knightsbridge Partnership provides a strong and effective collective voice for businesses and plays a central role in shaping the future of Knightsbridge. Through the development of the Place and Public Realm Strategy, the Partnership has taken a holistic view of the district, considering how best to enhance the experience for visitors, employees, and residents alike. Their co-design approach brings together businesses, the Council, and all those with a vested interest in Knightsbridge, helping to align partners around a shared vision and common purpose. This collaborative leadership is vital in driving meaningful, long-term improvements to one of the borough’s most important destinations.

    Elizabeth Campbell Leader of the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Council

  • By coming together, businesses are able to do so much more than they could ever do on their own — there is so much more power through collective spending, collective lobbying and the collective voice that would never be achieved individually. The Partnership brings the voices of businesses together and gives them a voice at the table with Westminster City Council. It's vital that the two organisations continue to come together and work collaboratively. I've already been out to hear about the Knightsbridge Partnership and their public realm plans — they're impressive, and well-liked by both businesses and residents.

    Paul Swaddle Leaders of Westminster City Council

WHAT A NO VOTE WOULD MEAN

A ‘no’ vote would mean losing the Knightsbridge Partnership, the vital services and support we offer and the projects we manage and deliver on your behalf, which have delivered significant and tangible results over the past five years.

  • NO STREET TEAM

    A ’no’ vote means this service will end, and businesses will no longer be able to have this important protection, which we know staff have become reliant on for day-to-day support, with the district likely to experience a rise in criminal behaviour, eroding the reductions achieved in the past five years.

  • NO OFFENDER TRACKING

    A ‘no’ vote means this service and our monthly Business Resilience Forums will end, and levels of criminal activity could rise as prolific offenders are not being actively monitored.

  • NO KNIGHTSBRIDGE PLACE AND PUBLIC REALM STRATEGY

    A ’no’ vote means the Knightsbridge Place and Public Realm Strategy will stop, and £75m investment will not be delivered into the district.

  • NO CHRISTMAS LIGHTS

    A ’no’ vote means the Christmas lights will cease to animate the area, and there will be no new scheme in 2026, impacting on footfall and the overall enlivenment of the district during a crucial trading period.

  • NO AREA MANAGEMENT

    A ‘no’ vote means the district will only receive the baseline services delivered by Westminster City Council and Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. There will be a significant and noticeable difference and decline in the standards.

  • NO FOOTFALL AND SALES DRIVING SUPPORT

    A ‘no’ vote means these services will end, many of which provide a substantial cost relief to businesses who are unable to afford to fund marketing on their own.