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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.  

Pictured left to right are: Cllr Dr Sara Hyde (Executive Member for Health and Social Care), Phil Stevens (Chair of the Board of Trustees at Disability Action Islington), Cllr Flora Williamson (Executive Member for Health and Social Care), and Cllr Santiago Bell-Bradford (Deputy Leader and Executive

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.  

Islington councillors pose with the London Deputy Mayors

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. 

Cllr Sheila Chapman announcing the Borough of Sanctuary Grants recipients

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. 

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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.

A visual representation of proposed improvements to the Annette Road orchard, with planting, child-friendly spaces and seating.

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.

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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.  

Cllr O'Halloran, Leader of Islington Council, and Mayor Cllr Jason Jackson pose with the Women's Champions League trophy

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.

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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.

Cllr Sara Hyde

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.  

Mayor of Islington, Cllr Jason Jackson (left) alongside Anna Njie, Director of Go Africa (middle) and Cllr Sheila Chapman (right) stood outside the Black Cultural Centre.

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.