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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 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.  

Islington residents can now enjoy state-of-the-art facilities at the newly refurbished Sobell Leisure Centre.

Islington in Bloom, which is run jointly by the council and Islington Gardeners, is now open for nominations – and absolutely anyone can take part.

After a four-week consultation with residents, Islington Council has decided that it will not go ahead with proposals to leave all park gates unlocked overnight.  

Residents across Islington are invited to share their thoughts and ideas on proposed changes to the way the borough’s parks and green spaces are locked.

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.

The Cally is set to become home to Islington’s second liveable neighbourhood, following public consultation on plans to green and transform the area with safer pavements, child-friendly spaces, and more welcoming streets.

Local people and businesses are being invited to share their ideas and feedback to help shape improvements to public spaces on St John Street, one of Islington’s most historic streets.

Mildmay is set to benefit from an exciting package of improvements – including new green spaces, improved pavements, and more child-friendly streets – as it becomes Islington's first liveable neighbourhood. 

Care workers, family carers and volunteers across the borough have been recognised for the enormous contribution they make to residents' lives and the community in the 11th annual Dignity in Care Awards.

A record number of entries have been received for this year's Islington in Bloom competition, where residents, community groups, and businesses show-off their amazing green projects.