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Historic Highbury Clock Tower set for major restoration works

One of the borough’s most recognisable landmarks – the historic Jubilee Clock Tower in Highbury  – is set to be restored by the council, to bring it back to its former glory. 

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Targeted street clean-ups to Make it Happen for Islington

Extensive street clean-ups will start across the borough next week, with the council acting on resident feedback to help Make it Happen for Islington.

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Call for tolerance and respect on anniversary of Jo Cox MP’s murder

Ten years on from the murder of Jo Cox MP, Islington Council is calling for those across the political spectrum and across the country to embody her values of care, tolerance, and respect.  

Cllr Una O’Halloran – Leader of the Council – and Cllr Benali Hamdache – Leader of the Opposition – have today issued a joint statement calling for “tolerance and respect” and modelling the best behaviour from political leaders. At Full Council next month, both parties will come together to commemorate the anniversary. 

Islington's SEND specialists and council leadership celebrate the inspection findings in Islington Town Hall

Joint inspection finds SEND success in Islington

Children and young people in Islington with special educational needs and disability typically have “positive experiences” and are “at the centre” of the work to support them, according to inspectors.

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Islington celebrates historic Arsenal parade

Council Leader praises community and staff after a celebration that bought Islington together.

Mayor of Islington Cllr Ogunro at Annual Council 2026

Cllr Rosaline Ogunro becomes Mayor of Islington

St Peter’s and Canalside councillor Cllr Rosaline Ogunro was officially sworn-in last night (Wednesday, 27 May) as the Mayor of Islington for 2026/27.

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New £4m fund to help Make it Happen for local people

Thousands of residents impacted by the cost-of-living crisis will be supported through a new £4.1m fund. 

Cllr Una O'Halloran, Leader of Islington Council

Islington Council Leader's statement: Islington Play Association and adventure playgrounds

Responding to rumours about four adventure playgrounds run by Islington Play Association, Cllr Una O’Halloran, Leader of Islington Council, issued the following statement.

Council Leader Cllr Una O'Halloran outside Islington Town Hall

Have your say on plans to boost Cally high street

New powers could be used to support landlords to bring empty shops back into use on Caledonian Road, as part of efforts to breathe new life into high streets. 

 

Cllr O'Halloran, Mayor Cllr Jackson, Co-Chair of Arsenal Josh Kroenke, and club CEO Richard Garlick mark the unveiling of the team's name on the Council Chamber

Leader congratulates Arsenal on Premier League title win

After the Arsenal men’s team secured the Premier League title – their first since 2004 – the Leader of Islington Council, Cllr Una O’Halloran, issued a message of congratulations to the team.

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Bold action to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour

New CCTV cameras, improved lighting, and additional nighttime reassurance are just some of the ways the council will be clamping down on crime and anti-social behaviour.

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Islington Council Leader responds to adventure playground petition

Responding to a petition circulating about Crumbles Castle Adventure Playground and related social media comments, Cllr Una O’Halloran, Leader of Islington Council issued the following statement.