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A commitment to investing in a fairer Islington for all residents underpins the council’s budget for the coming year, prioritising the services that make the most difference to people’s lives.

Islington Council is taking an innovative approach to preventing knife crime, teaming up with the Metropolitan Police and the Ben Kinsella Trust to launch the UK’s first ‘No Knife Shop’ scheme.

Islington Council is consulting on plans to boost air quality and green space by reconnecting the north and south sections of Highbury Fields and closing part of Highbury Crescent to motor traffic.

Gulcin Ozdemir has been elected as Labour councillor for the St George’s ward following a by-election on 12 December.

Islington Council will have a new lead member in the important portfolio area of Environment and Transport, it has been confirmed.

Stall holders Serpil Erce and David Jackson have each been named Islington’s Market Traders of the Year 2019.

Islington and Camden’s first ever sustainability awards took place recently to celebrate the achievements of local businesses, community groups and schools who are leading the way to tackle environmental issues locally.  

Unsung local heroes that go that extra mile to make Islington a better place to live and work can get well-deserved recognition and thanks for their hard work at the Mayor's Civic Awards and Ben Kinsella Award 2020. 

Islington Council and crisis support charity Hestia are working together to launch 17 ‘Safe Spaces’ where people experiencing domestic abuse and sexual violence can find sanctuary and support from specially trained staff on the premises.

Islington will transform into a winter wonderland this month with Christmas lights celebrations featuring Santa, Christmas markets, carols, free family fun, guest stars and more.

A unique, intimate exhibition illustrating the early life of Anne Frank and her older sister Margot has arrived in Islington, opening at the Central Library last night (4 November).