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45 stories from and about Islington, mostly crime & safety, council & politics, transport & tfl. The most recent ran on 1 November 2026. Page 1 of 3.
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Crime & Safety · IslingtonMan convicted of petrol-bombing Islington migrant hotel
Mark Neville has been convicted of petrol-bombing a hotel in Islington used to house migrants. CCTV footage showed the 65-year-old lighting and throwing the device on September 24, 2025. No one was injured in the incident.
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Local News · IslingtonInquest into Pentonville suicide forces NHS policy overhaul
The death of Stephen Nuth, 51, in HMP Pentonville prompted an inquest that blamed a nurse’s failure to read his medical notes. The coroner’s report has pushed the North London NHS Foundation Trust to amend its policy on reviewing records before inmate assessments.
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Transport & TfL · IslingtonTfL may limit Angel station exits evenings and weekends, full year‑long shutdown also under review
TfL is considering making Angel station exit‑only during evenings and weekends from November and is also studying a full closure that could last up to a year. Local traders and the Islington Council leader warn the move would hurt businesses, while TfL says no decision has been taken yet.
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Council & Politics · IslingtonIslington Covid cases: Positivity rate explained
A high PCR positivity rate reported in Islington is not a reliable indicator of COVID-19 prevalence due to low testing volumes, the council has stated. While cases have risen, they are similar to last year's autumn figures.
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Transport & TfL · IslingtonAngel Tube station faces year-long closure over escalator replacement
Angel Underground station in Islington could close for up to a year as Transport for London plans to replace its three 200-ft escalators. The station serves nearly 12 million passengers annually, and the escalators are 35 years old and becoming unreliable.
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Council & Politics · IslingtonIslington Council declares 'private rent crisis'
Islington Council has declared a 'private renting crisis' and voted to lobby the government for powers to introduce rent controls and an emergency rent freeze. Average rents in the borough reached £2,868 in August 2026, a 6.2 per cent annual increase.
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Council & Politics · IslingtonIslington Council denies suppressing nursery closure news
Islington Council has denied accusations it withheld news of the Paradise Park Children's Centre nursery closure until after the May local elections. The nursery shut on 22 July 2026 after its operator surrendered its contract. A judicial review of the closure was dismissed by the High Court.
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Transport & TfL · IslingtonMotorcyclist killed on Tollington Road, traffic snarls hit Islington
A man in his thirties died after his motorcycle collided with a bus on Tollington Road, Islington, at about 11:30 am on 25 September 2026. London Ambulance Service and Metropolitan Police attended, closed the road and warned of congestion towards Finsbury Park.
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Property & Planning · IslingtonIslington Council approves demolition of Edward Rudolf House
Islington Council gave formal consent on 10 September 2026 for Royal UK Properties III Ltd to demolish the former Children’s Society headquarters, now known as Edward Rudolf House, after a Planning Inspectorate appeal in October 2024 called the vacant building an unmistakable eyesore. Demolition has already begun.
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Culture & Arts · IslingtonCanal Museum offers Halloween tours through Islington Tunnel
The Canal Museum near King’s Cross is hosting Halloween-themed tours through the historic Islington Tunnel from 29 to 31 October 2026. The tours include ghost stories and decorations, with standard tickets costing £17.50 for adults and a special 'Scream Tea' option available.
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Crime & Safety · IslingtonArsenal store on Drayton Park damaged in overnight raid, police seek footage
The Arsenal merchandise store near Emirates Stadium was targeted between 03:30 and 04:30 on 14 August 2026. Police are examining CCTV and forensic evidence but have not yet identified suspects. Residents with doorbell or dash-cam footage are asked to contact 101.
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Crime & Safety · Islington£20,000 reward offered for information on Alex Sloley missing since 2008
A £20,000 reward is available for information leading to Alex Sloley, who disappeared from Islington in August 2008 aged 16. Police say he was exploited by gangs and appeal for witnesses who may have seen him or know of his whereabouts. The case remains active.
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Culture & Arts · IslingtonArsenal sign Bruno Guimarães for £75m to strengthen midfield
Arsenal have completed the £75m signing of Bruno Guimarães from Newcastle United, with manager Mikel Arteta stating the midfielder’s arrival will push the squad forward. Guimarães was introduced to fans at Emirates Stadium but did not feature in the pre-season friendly against Borussia Dortmund.
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Property & Planning · IslingtonIslington homes and schools to get low-cost heat assessments
A non-profit group founded in Islington will provide tailored heat assessments for homes, schools and community buildings at reduced rates. The service aims to help residents avoid ineffective fixes and cut reliance on air conditioning as temperatures rise.
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Council & Politics · IslingtonIslington waste fires cost £1m as battery disposal rules stall in Lords
Islington’s Hornsey Street Waste Transfer Station suffered its fourth fire in 14 months on 28 July 2026, causing at least £1 million in damage. Officials say improper disposal of rechargeable batteries is driving the blazes, while the Lithium-ion Battery Safety Bill remains stuck in Parliament.
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Crime & Safety · IslingtonMet Police seek nine men after violence at Arsenal victory parade in Islington
Metropolitan Police have released images of nine men wanted for questioning after four violent incidents during Arsenal’s Premier League victory parade in Islington. Officers made 29 arrests and charged twelve people following disorder on Upper Street, Caledonian Road and Highbury Crescent.
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Culture & Arts · IslingtonMargot Dunn, Islington’s first Older People’s Champion and former mayor, dies at 94
Former Islington mayor Margot Dunn has died aged 94. She represented Holloway ward for 12 years, chaired fostering and adoption committees, and became the council’s first Older People’s Champion. Tributes describe her as warm, kind, and a familiar presence in the community.
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Crime & Safety · IslingtonViscount Hanworth faces driving ban after Islington speeding conviction
David Stephen Geoffrey Pollock, the 3rd Viscount Hanworth, pleaded guilty to speeding at 27.6mph in a 20mph zone on Junction Road, Islington. With nine points already on his licence, he risks disqualification unless the court accepts special reasons on 7 October.
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Crime & Safety · IslingtonMet Police reopen 1979 disappearance of Suzanne Lawrence, 14, last seen in Highbury
The Metropolitan Police have launched a fresh appeal to locate Suzanne Lawrence, who vanished aged 14 after leaving her Harold Hill home in 1979. Detectives want to trace three boys who took the sisters to a squat near Highbury Fields, Islington, and anyone who helped them during that week.
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Crime & Safety · IslingtonRSPCA rescues Nelson, dog strangled by owner in Islington garden
A dog found with two skull fractures and severe injuries after its owner attempted to strangle it in an Islington garden has been rehomed following a year of rehabilitation. The RSPCA prosecuted the owner, while Nelson now lives with Donna Batchelor in Chelmsford.
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Also affecting Islington
Borough-wide and national stories that name Islington or bear directly on it.
- Crime & Safety · London
Westminster and Croydon lead London in weapons possession offences
Westminster and Croydon recorded the highest number of weapons possession offences in London during September 2026, with 34 incidents each. Overall, 567 such offences were logged across the capital, a rise of 18.8 per cent over the preceding year.
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Londoners miss £100 energy payment due to outdated tax bands
Hundreds of thousands of London households may miss out on a £100 winter energy payment announced in the Budget. Eligibility is based on council tax bands set in 1991, which do not reflect current property values or household need, according to Centre for London.
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Local News · WestminsterWestminster records most London hate crimes in September 2026
Westminster recorded the highest number of hate crime offences in London during September 2026, with 120 incidents. Across the capital, 1,868 offences were logged. Transport for London is providing free bystander training in response to rising incidents on its network.
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Culture & Arts · LondonPitchfork Festival London runs 2‑8 November 2026 across eight venues
Pitchfork Festival London returns from 2 to 8 November 2026, offering shows at Hackney Church, KOKO, Roundhouse, EartH, Heaven and Village Underground. Highlights include Noname’s decade‑long Telefone set and Actress’s audio‑visual Radical Frame presentation.
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Labour projected to win 59-60 London seats in election poll
A new poll of 6,699 Londoners projects Labour could win 59 or 60 of the capital's 75 parliamentary seats at the next general election. The survey indicates a substantial rise in Labour support and a significant drop for the Conservative and Green parties.
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Southwark records most burglaries as London figures fall
Southwark recorded the highest number of burglaries in London in September 2026, with 224 incidents. This is almost six times the 39 recorded in Kingston upon Thames. Across the capital, 3,829 burglaries were logged, a 3.9% decrease over the previous 12 months. Five boroughs shared the highest burglary rate per capita.
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Council & Politics · LondonSeven London councils refuse to aid Home Office immigration raids
At least seven London councils have now stated they will refuse to cooperate with Home Office immigration enforcement. Newham Council passed a motion to only cooperate with immigration raids where legally obligated, following similar decisions by six other boroughs.
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Transport & TfL · LondonDistrict Line Disruption for Chelsea Fans This Weekend
Chelsea supporters heading to Stamford Bridge face travel disruption this weekend due to planned track work on the District line. Fulham Broadway station, the closest to the stadium, will not be served by trains on Saturday, October 10, and Sunday, October 11. Arsenal station remains closed due to infrastructure damage.
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Council & Politics · All LondonLondon families left waiting as school closure process criticised
A new London Councils report says lengthy closure consultations leave pupils, parents and staff in limbo for months. The body calls for faster decisions on vacant school sites and for the DfE to set uniform rules.
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Crime & Safety · LondonWimbledon man denies murder charge
Jamie Cooper, 27, of Kingfisher Court, Wimbledon, has denied murdering Dale Mundell. Mr Mundell's body was discovered in a suitcase in a wooded area of Borstal, Kent, on July 10, 2026, following a report of a possible murder at Mr Cooper's address.
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Council & Politics · LondonPoll: Labour to hold 52 London seats, Greens win none
A new MRP survey by More in Common indicates Labour will retain 52 of its 59 parliamentary seats in London. The poll suggests the Green Party will not win any seats in the capital, while the Conservatives are projected to gain five.
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Lifestyle & Food · LondonLondon pubs with beer gardens for September heatwave
Londoners can make the most of an unexpected late-September warm spell with temperatures forecast to hit 27°C on Friday, 25 September 2026. Several pubs across the capital offer extensive outdoor spaces, including beer gardens and private huts, ideal for enjoying the sunshine and a drink.
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Council & Politics · HackneyHackney schools record highest London permanent exclusions
Hackney recorded the highest rate of permanent school exclusions in London for the 2024/25 academic year, with 50 pupils excluded. This rate is 2.7 times the London average and contrasts with a city-wide fall in exclusions.
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Local News · LondonLondon constituencies record the lowest depression rates in England
Data from the House of Commons Library show nine of the ten UK constituencies with the smallest share of diagnosed depression are in London, led by Brent West at 6.66%. The capital also hosts the nation’s lowest neighbourhood rate at 4.2% in St John's Wood North.
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Transport & TfL · LondonSevere delays hit Northern, Victoria and Overground Weaver services
A points failure at Camden Town has halted the Northern line, a signal fault at Highbury & Islington is slowing the Victoria line, and the Overground Weaver service is suspended between Clapham Junction and Surrey Quays after a points problem at Peckham Rye, MyLondon reports.
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Council & Politics · LondonSadiq Khan urged to condemn RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s London visit
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan faces calls to condemn the visit of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat, whose organisation critics link to violence against religious minorities in India. Campaigners want security increased and the Home Office to assess whether Bhagwat should be banned.
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Crime & Safety · LondonMet Police ordered to improve data protection after stalking and honeytrap breaches
The Metropolitan Police must urgently improve its data protection policies after sending a stalking victim’s new address to the defendant and exposing email addresses of 18 people linked to Parliament in the Westminster honeytrap case. The ICO called the breaches foreseeable and preventable.
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Culture & Arts · LondonAlmeida Theatre revives Sarah Kane’s 'Cleansed' with dance and graphic violence
A new production of Sarah Kane’s 1998 play 'Cleansed' at the Almeida Theatre in Islington uses interpretive dance and symbolism to depict graphic violence. Director Rebecca Frecknall’s revival has drawn praise for its visual style but criticism over its disturbing content.
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Crime & Safety · LondonIslington tops London crime rates outside Central London
Islington has the highest crime rate in London outside Central London, with 132 crimes per 1,000 residents, according to Home Office figures. Theft, robbery and drug offences rose across the capital, but overall crime fell by 3% in the year to March 2026.
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WorldFour London men jailed over Plymouth acid murder linked to £120,000 drug debt
Four London men have been sentenced for their roles in the fatal acid attack on Danny Cahalane in Plymouth. The crime was linked to a £120,000 drug debt owed to an overseas boss. Two received life sentences for murder, while two others were jailed for manslaughter and related offences.
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