Islington has a dynamic local economy characterised by its diversity, entrepreneurialism, innovation, strategic location, and ongoing investment, making it a vibrant and thriving borough within London’s economic landscape. 

Cllr Michelline Safi-Ngongo offers a rundown of all the exciting, free and low-cost things children, young people and families can do this summer - from fun activities to festivals, street parties and more...

Some of Islington’s beautiful and well-loved parks have been celebrated in the 2024 Green Flag Awards – with 13 awards for council-run green spaces and five for community spaces. 

Islington Council has again been recognised as the top-inner London borough for “healthy streets” and the overall winner for the first time, underlining the success of efforts to create a greener, healthier borough for all.   

Cllr Kaya Comer-Schwartz, Leader of Islington Council, said: “I’m deeply saddened that a 19-year-old man has tragically lost his life following a stabbing in Islington today.