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Islington Council

Murder investigation in Islington – Council Leader’s statement

Cllr Una O'Halloran, Leader of Islington Council, said: “I am deeply saddened by the tragic news that a 75-year-old man has lost his life following an assault on Seven Sisters Road late last night (Thursday, 27 February).

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Illegal e-scooter and e-bike importer prosecuted by Islington Council

Islington Council has successfully prosecuted a local trader, Sardar Rassa, for importing nearly 1,000 unsafe e-scooters, e-bikes and scooters - many of which were found to be non-compliant with UK product safety standards. 

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Islington Council launches consultation to enhance protections for private renters

Islington Council has launched a public consultation to gather views on renewing and expanding its property licensing schemes.

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Council consults on new guidance to promote eco-friendly upgrades to buildings

Islington Council has launched a consultation on two new guidance documents designed to support residents, businesses, and developers in tackling climate change, by making buildings more energy efficient and creating a greener, healthier borough.

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Cllr Angelo Weekes appointed Executive Member for Community Safety

Cllr Angelo Weekes has become the new Executive Member for Community Safety for Islington Council. His appointment comes after Cllr John Woolf assumed the role of Executive Member for Homes and Neighbourhoods.

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Islington Council to consult on further steps to protect private renters

Islington Council has announced plans to launch a public consultation in early 2025 to determine whether to renew and extend its property licensing schemes.

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Council prosecutes mailbox company for accepting fake ID

A mail forwarding company has been fined after accepting fake identification – including a document that used the identity of a famous footballer. 

Islington Council

Murder investigation in Islington – Council Leader’s statement

Cllr Kaya Comer-Schwartz, Leader of Islington Council, said: “I’m deeply saddened by the tragic news that 16-year-old Deonte Mowatt-Slater has lost his life after being found with a fatal injury in Archway early this morning (Tuesday 22 October). 

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Illegal traders in the (hot) doghouse after Islington Council prosecution

Five hot dog sellers were handed a £3,256 combined fine after they were prosecuted by Islington Council.

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Islington Council wins back £260,000 in landmark tenancy fraud case

A former Islington Council tenant has been ordered to pay back more than a quarter of a million pounds after fraudulently taking on a council tenancy and then trying to buy his council home. 

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New crime-busting partnership for Archway and Nag’s Head businesses

Businesses across Archway and Nag’s Head are teaming up with Islington Council, the Met Police, City St George's and Safer Business Network CIC in a new partnership against crime and antisocial behaviour (ASB).

Mayville Pitch Reopening

Mayville Estate welcomes refurbished pitch as a safe space for young people

The community football pitch on Islington Council’s Mayville Estate has reopened to provide a safe space for young people to enjoy their summer.