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Little Simz takes questions from the audience of young people at Lift [resized image]

Islington-born superstar Little Simz opens White Lion Music Studio at Lift youth hub

Islington-born rapper, singer and actress Little Simz made a special visit to the youth hub of her childhood this week, hailing the opening of a new recording studio that will help nurture the next generation of Islington’s creative talents.

Mayor of Islington, Councillor Gary Heather - Volunteering at Sue Ryder Shop, Essex Road

Volunteering - the lifeblood of a community

Islington Mayor Gary Heather, reveals what volunteering means to him and explains that is why he chose Voluntary Action Islington (VAI) to be the Mayor's Charity of the Year 2023-2024.

Three men wearing Islington Council uniforms stand smiling in front of Islington Town Hall with The Mayor of Islington, Councillor Gary Heather

Caretaker and Concierge Awards celebrate housing heroes who go "above and beyond"

Islington Council has held its Caretaker and Concierge of the Year Awards to celebrate the frontline staff who help look after the borough’s estates and homes.