new policy aimed at providing a more consistent and clearer approach to managing graffiti and street art across the borough
Hackney Council has approved a new policy to manage graffiti and street art, prioritising the swift removal of offensive content.
Hackney Council's Cabinet approved a new policy for managing graffiti and street art in July 2026. The policy aims for a consistent approach across the borough, distinguishing between graffiti and street art. It prioritises the swift removal of offensive, discriminatory, or hate-based content, aiming for removal within 24 hours of reporting where possible.
The new guidelines define graffiti as any unauthorised markings, drawings, or writings on public or private property. This distinction helps guide the council's approach to managing different types of content found across the borough.
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