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Historic Highbury Clock Tower set for major restoration works

One of the borough’s most recognisable landmarks – the historic Jubilee Clock Tower in Highbury  – is set to be restored by the council, to bring it back to its former glory. 

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Targeted street clean-ups to Make it Happen for Islington

Extensive street clean-ups will start across the borough next week, with the council acting on resident feedback to help Make it Happen for Islington.

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Call for tolerance and respect on anniversary of Jo Cox MP’s murder

Ten years on from the murder of Jo Cox MP, Islington Council is calling for those across the political spectrum and across the country to embody her values of care, tolerance, and respect.  

Cllr Una O’Halloran – Leader of the Council – and Cllr Benali Hamdache – Leader of the Opposition – have today issued a joint statement calling for “tolerance and respect” and modelling the best behaviour from political leaders. At Full Council next month, both parties will come together to commemorate the anniversary.