Islington Council
Islington Council is currently addressing concerns over costs for small businesses and a rise in home schooling, alongside ongoing planning decisions and financial reviews.
In November 2026, councillors heard concerns about the financial pressures on Islington's small businesses, including an £800 recycling fine for one shop and high vehicle permit charges. Separately, the number of children being home-educated in the borough rose by 10% in the past year, reaching 377, with many parents citing school system failures.
The Planning Committee is scheduled to meet in November 2026. In October 2026, the committee approved plans for 24 new social rent homes on the Harvist Estate and granted permission for a self-storage facility at Elia Mews Car Park.
Islington Council's committees have also recently reviewed the council's financial position and risk management in October 2026, and discussed progress on net-zero carbon targets. In September 2026, the Executive approved recommendations on financial risk monitoring and new tenancy conditions.
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