proposal for 20 new units
Islington Council is scrutinising a proposal for 20 new dark kitchen units amid air pollution concerns.
In September 2025, Islington Council discussed a proposal for 20 new dark kitchen units in Roman Way Industrial Estate, following public concerns about air pollution and harmful emissions. A resident questioned the council's justification for permitting delivery-only kitchen hubs near schools, homes, and transport routes, and asked for a policy to protect residents from their impacts, especially given reports of illegal setups on the estate.
No further council discussions or decisions regarding the proposal for 20 new units are currently scheduled. The proposal involves building 20 new dark kitchen units, which are delivery-only kitchen hubs, in the Roman Way Industrial Estate, Islington.
Key facts
- In September 2025, Islington Council discussed a proposal for 20 new dark kitchen units. Source
- A resident raised concerns about air pollution and harmful emissions from dark kitchens. Source
- A resident asked for a policy to protect residents from the impacts of dark kitchens. Source
- Dark kitchens are reportedly setting up illegally on the Roman Way Estate. Source
- The proposal is to build 20 new dark kitchen units in Roman Way Industrial Estate. Source
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