Clerkenwell Design Week
Islington Council is exploring strategies to boost its night-time economy, including the Clerkenwell area.
Islington Council's Licensing Committee discussed strategies to support and grow the borough's experience economy, which includes the annual Clerkenwell Design Week festival, in November 2025. A report to the committee said the council recognised that licensing, planning, and other regulatory requirements can present barriers to growth for businesses in this sector.
The council continues to explore ways to boost its night-time economy, focusing on culture, creativity, and inclusivity in areas like Clerkenwell. No further meetings or decisions specifically regarding Clerkenwell Design Week have been reported since November 2025, and no upcoming discussions are currently scheduled.
Key facts
- Islington Council's Licensing Committee met on 13 November 2025. Source
- The committee discussed strategies for supporting Islington's experience economy. Source
- Clerkenwell is an area important to Islington's night-time and experience economy. Source
- The council recognises regulatory requirements can be barriers to growth for cultural and creative businesses. Source
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