Cllr Angelo Weekes appointed Executive Member for Community Safety

Born in Islington, Cllr Weekes attended St Jude and St Paul’s School in Mildmay ward, where he became a councillor in 2021.  He is a governor at a primary school and a Chair of the board of governors at a secondary school, both in Islington. Cllr Weekes is also the Chair of the Licensing Committee, where he has worked to balance economic development with the safety and wellbeing of residents.

In his new role as Executive Member for Community Safety, Cllr Weekes will focus on tackling safety issues affecting the borough. He is determined to enhance community cohesion and ensure Islington is a place where everyone feels safe, secure and supported.

Speaking on his appointment, Cllr Weekes said: "Islington has always been my home, and I am honoured to step into this role to serve the community I care so deeply about. I am committed to working with residents, partners, councils who border us and council colleagues to make Islington a safer, cleaner, and more resilient borough for all. Nobody is safe until everyone feels safe"