Councillor · Islington
Councillor Jara Falkenburg
Green Party
Clerkenwell ward
Islington
- Stories naming Jara
- 3
- Meetings we covered
- 5
- Latest story
- 3 Oct 2026
In brief
Councillor Jara Falkenburg requested an urgent written briefing detailing current timelines, options being considered, support for families, and evidence of alternative provision regarding the Paradise Park nursery closure. The councillor also requested that the committee initiate an urgent spotlight review or similar focus scrutiny mechanism to consider next steps. The councillor highlighted the local impact of the potential closure on July 22, 2026.
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Stories naming Councillor Jara Falkenburg
- Paradise Park nursery closure sparks concern Councillor Jara Falkenburg raised the issue, highlighting the serious, urgent, and significant local impact of the potential closure on July 22, 2026. The nursery is operated by the independent charity Islington Play Association (IPA), which informed the council on December 17, 2025, that it was no longer...
- Islington Council Scrutiny Committee Addresses Paradise Park Children's Centre Closure and Support for Affected Families During a meeting on Monday, June 29, 2026, the committee heard about the proposed closure, with Councillor Jara Falkenburg referring the matter for scrutiny due to its significant local impact and...
- Paradise Park Children's Centre Closure Raises Transparency and Financial Concerns The issue was brought before the Islington Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee on Monday, June 29, 2026, following a referral from Councillor Jara Falkenburg. The committee's agenda and...
From meetings they attended
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- Islington Council Appoints Councillor Rosaline Ogunro as New Mayor and Councillor Jilani Chowdhury as Deputy Mayor
- Islington Council to promote Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration
- Islington Council to explore High Street Rental Auction powers
- Islington Council appoints new Permanent Chief Finance Officer
- Islington Council Launches New Youth Safety Strategy with Public Health Focus