Discover Islington blog

International Women’s Day: Lisa Power MBE and Jaci Quennell

We spoke to two incredible women about their contributions to feminist and LGBTQ+ communities

Black and white photo of two women at a march with their arms around each other smiling

Taking youth support to the streets

We take a look at the new vehicle taking youth support to where it’s needed

Man looking at camera smiling with colourful youth van in the background

IslingtonLife spring 2026

An audio description of the latest magazine from Islington Council.

Crossing for half a century

We caught up with local legend, Margaret Lornegan, on how she’s kept kids safe for 50 years

LGBT History Month: In conversation with the Director of forum+

We chatted with Tessa Havers-Strong on how the charity is supporting the local LGBTQ+ community

Two people smiling at the camera, one man and one woman, holding LGBTQ+ flags and Forum+ flyers

Where British Sign Language meets community

Interpreting Islington: making every conversation count

Group of diverse people signing using British Sign Language

In conversation with… Octopus Community Network

On how people can access nature on their doorsteps

How Islington Council’s 2026/27 budget is making it happen

From safer streets to warmer homes, here’s how the budget works for you

Dad carrying daughter in the city

Opening minds, expanding horizons

Islington Council is making it happen for every child and young person through life-changing music education and opportunities

Celebrate World Book Day with Islington Libraries

From free books to face painting

A graphic of a purple book with cartoon eyes and a yellow sqaure next to it that says "we're going all in this world book day.!

Family help at your fingertips 

Islington’s Family Information Service is here to help

LGBT History Month: Sir Francis Bacon

We spotlight one of Islington’s most illustrious residents in the field of science, Sir Francis Bacon (1561-1626)