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York Way Estate to undergo refurbishment, but not soon enough for residents

A North London estate where residents have repeatedly railed against issues including lift breakdowns is to undergo a refurbishment.

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Fire and rescue service attends significantly more fires in London

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Islington South and Finsbury’s top petitions last week

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Local families wanted to help create new play space at Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration

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Council wins court battle to vaccinate baby girl

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Sir Simon Rattle and Leading Artists Celebrate Alfred Brendel’s Life and Legacy in Landmark Concert

7 November 2025

This will be the first major musical celebration of Alfred Brendel, the renowned pianist, writer and thinker, since his passing in June 2025 at age 94

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Islington Health Charity Launches Record Label to Raise Dementia Awareness

7 November 2025

Charity’s new album of much-loved country songs strikes a chord against isolation

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London forces have spent £11 million tackling wildfires and flooding since 2018

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Mayor insists EV charging target will be reached despite calls to “work much faster” on installations

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Human rights group angers North Londoners with ‘nightmare’ licensing bid

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Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration to open in May 2026

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Islington South and Finsbury among constituencies with worst air pollution levels in England

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Millions of pounds needed to fully repair all Moorfields Eye Hospital Trust buildings and equipment

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Record level of children missing over half of classes in Islington

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Less demand for contraception-related services in London

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Fall in homicides in London last year

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Nightmare on Silk Street: Huge Scheme is a ‘Devastating Blow’ to Barbican, Whitecross and Bunhill Residents

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Why London is so congested – and what TfL can do about it

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New Lady Mayor of London kicks off Christmas at Leadenhall Market’s switch-on ceremony

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