Mayor of Islington Council
Councillor Rosaline Ogunro was appointed Mayor of Islington Council in July 2026, having been elected in May 2026, and has announced her chosen charities.
Councillor Rosaline Ogunro was appointed Mayor of Islington Council in July 2026, with Councillor Jilani Chowdhury appointed Deputy Mayor, as confirmed at a Council meeting on July 2, 2026. Councillor Ogunro announced her chosen charities for her term will be St Luke's Community Centre and Islington Boat Club, stating she is honoured to support their work with young people, the elderly, and isolated residents.
Councillor Ogunro was elected as Mayor for the municipal year during the Annual Council meeting on May 27, 2026. At this meeting, Islington Council also bid farewell to outgoing Mayor Councillor Jason Jackson, who reflected on attending over 750 engagements during his year of service, including hosting the Civic Ben Kenzella Awards.
Key facts
- Councillor Rosaline Ogunro was appointed Mayor of Islington Council in July 2026. Source
- Councillor Jilani Chowdhury was appointed Deputy Mayor in July 2026. Source
- Councillor Rosaline Ogunro's chosen charities are St Luke's Community Centre and Islington Boat Club. Source
- Councillor Rosaline Ogunro was elected Mayor on May 27, 2026. Source 1 Source 2
- Outgoing Mayor Councillor Jason Jackson attended over 750 engagements during his term. Source
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