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We’re proud of you Bukayo Saka – but social media companies must act now on racism
Islington Council is celebrating England and Arsenal star Bukayo Saka , while calling for social media companies to take action now over the racial abuse of Black people online.
Islington Council supports UK first as bereaved families feature in hard-hitting new film for schools on the consequences of knife crime
A hard-hitting educational film that lays bare the consequences of knife crime and its effects on victims’ families has been rolled out to Islington secondary schools in a UK first.
Explore the summer with action-packed activities for children and young people
Islington Council’s Heatwave summer programme for children and young people is back, offering a range of activities for all ages through July and August.
Covid-19: A huge thanks and let’s continue to keep each other safe
People in Islington are today thanked for everything they have done to keep each other safe in the pandemic, and asked to keep looking after each other and to prevent the spread of Covid-19.
Dive into summer with free swimming lessons for children in Islington
Islington Council and GLL are offering hundreds of free swimming lessons to children and families in Islington’s pools this summer.
Go wild for reading in Islington this summer
With school holidays just around the corner, the Summer Reading Challenge returns once again to encourage children aged 4–11 to keep reading – and this year’s theme is “Wild World Heroes”.
Islington Council signs up to national campaign to support cladding victims
As part of its commitment to creating a fairer borough for everyone, Islington Council has joined a national campaign to protect local people from the negative impacts of cladding, and is calling for a reform of the EWS1 process.
Statement – Carmel Littleton
The Leader and Chief Executive of Islington Council have both paid tribute to Carmel Littleton, Islington Council’s Corporate Director, People, following the extremely sad news of her death.
Islington to become north London’s first Living Wage Borough
An alliance of prominent employers in Islington has today launched an Action Plan to make Islington North London’s first “Living Wage Borough”.
Tollington by-election result
Mick Gilgunn has been elected as Labour councillor for the Tollington ward, following a by-election on Thursday, 1 July.
Thousands had Covid-19 jab at Emirates Stadium vaccine event - and you can still get a jab near you in Islington
Following an extraordinary four days, nearly 9,000 people received their Covid-19 jab at the Emirates stadium – and anyone who still needs a vaccination can easily get one at a different venue.
Consultation launched on plans to make Barnard Park greener and healthier
As part of its ongoing efforts to create a greener, healthier borough for everyone, Islington Council is today (Tuesday, 29 June) announcing exciting plans for Barnard Park – and local people are invited to have their say.