Gulcin Ozdemir has been elected as Labour councillor for the St George’s ward following a by-election on 12 December.

Islington Council will have a new lead member in the important portfolio area of Environment and Transport, it has been confirmed.

Stall holders Serpil Erce and David Jackson have each been named Islington’s Market Traders of the Year 2019.

Islington and Camden’s first ever sustainability awards took place recently to celebrate the achievements of local businesses, community groups and schools who are leading the way to tackle environmental issues locally.  

Unsung local heroes that go that extra mile to make Islington a better place to live and work can get well-deserved recognition and thanks for their hard work at the Mayor's Civic Awards and Ben Kinsella Award 2020.