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‘Impractical and poorly developed’ equalities guidance risks discrimination, council warns
Proposed new rules on how organisations should implement equality laws risk discrimination against the people they are designed to protect, the council has warned.

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Community unites in call for better outcomes for disabled residents
Government concessions on proposed disability benefit reforms are welcome, and local leaders are today calling for further steps to support disabled people.

London deputy mayors visit Islington to meet resettled refugee families
Two of London's deputy mayors have met with families from Sudan, Somalia and Afghanistan, who have been resettled in reclaimed council homes.

Local organisations awarded over £500,000 to support people seeking sanctuary
Twenty inspiring, community-led projects have been awarded funding to help support local refugees, migrants, and people seeking asylum.

Eighth anniversary of Finsbury Park terror attack
Today marks eight years since the Finsbury Park terror attack, a senseless act of violence that sought to divide our community.

Have your say on transformative proposals for the Annette Road area
Greener, healthier and more welcoming streets are being proposed in the Annette Road area, with a consultation on transformative plans launching today.

Nominations now open for Islington’s Dignity in Care Awards
Carers across Islington will be recognised for the quality of support they provide to people who draw on care, as nominations for the 2025 Dignity in Care Awards open.

Arsenal Women cement legacy with full WSL Season at Emirates
European champions Arsenal Women will play all of their league matches at the Emirates Stadium in the 2025/26 season, the club has announced today.

Free family fun day to help boost recycling
Smoothie-making workshops, crafting sessions, and a repair stall are on offer at a family fun day to help local people recycle more and waste less.

Introducing Islington’s First Dementia Strategy
Cllr Dr Sara Hyde, Islington Council's Executive Member for Health and Social Care, discusses the support the council is providing to residents living with and affected by dementia. This Dementia Action Week, we are thrilled to announce the launch of Islington’s very first Dementia Strategy. Dementia can have a life changing impact, not only on those living with the condition but also the people who care for them.

Go Africa takes over as the Black Cultural Centre’s new operator
African culture is at the heart of the Black Cultural Centre’s new operator as Go Africa takes over the residency.