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Join Niki Gorick in the #Library or online for a talk on how the London Docks have been brought back to life.
Friday 17 May
1pm-2pm
This event will be delivered both in-person and online. Book your #FREE tickets at shoelaneevents.eventbrite.co.uk

Just over 1 week before our epic return to Bloomsbury. Bringing the best per usual... Join us and 60+ leading exhibitors from across the country for ONE DAY ONLY with the best vintage alll under one roof. Book ahead to guarantee entry next Sunday. Book Now eventbrite.co.uk/e/clerkenwell-…

A reminder that our next Baby Item Swap Event is happening TOMORROW Sat 20th April at The Peel from 11am to 1pm.

We are especially looking for more TOYS, and clothes for children aged 2 - 8 years, as we have lots of baby clothes already.
No electricals or large items please!

The final 13 London mayoral candidates are...

As the London mayoral election looms large, these are the thirteen candidates who have thrown their hat into the ring.

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Tory mayoral candidate pledges to recruit 1500 new police officers

Tory mayoral candidate Susan Hall has pledged to recruit 1,500 new police officers and halt police station closures if she is elected.

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Sadiq pledges to combat violence against women and girls

Sadiq Khan has promised to fund a free, independent legal advice pilot service for survivors of rape and serious sexual offences, if re-elected in May.

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Millions needed in funding to combat youth homelessness in Islington

Islington Council needs millions of pounds in extra funding to help every young person facing homelessness, new research suggests.

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Lib Dem mayoral candidate launches his manifesto

The Liberal Democrats are the latest party to launch their London mayoral election manifesto, with a promise to clamp down on sexual offences in the capital.

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Rise in housebuilding in Islington – despite national slump

More new houses were started in Islington last year, new figures show.

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The Peasant pub secured as squatters are evicted

The Peasant pub, formerly known as George and Dragon, has been cleared of squatters after a claim for possession was issued to Central London County Court.

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A bare knuckle-ride on a London tram.
The Piccadilly tube Line is being constructed under the tram tracks, London, 1906. I can't see health & safety allowing this to happen in these days! Would you have enjoyed facing this unexpectedly?

City approves plans for London Wall West scheme - here's news reports and statements from the City of London and BarbicanQuarterAction. BQA say 'we will be taking advice in the next few days as to what our next steps should be' tinyurl.com/24c55eq6

We are pleased to support London Society's call for Mayoral candidates to commit to improving public toilet provision. #publictoiletsarepublichealth #LondonLoos

If you're in #EC1 we're taking part in the #BigKnock with @HelpOnYourDoorstep to help people in need locally. Look out for us! #BigKnock #localhelp #community services #advice #community #southislington

Mayor pledges to eliminate rough sleeping

Sadiq Khan on Monday pledged to “eliminate” rough sleeping in London by 2030 – despite the number of people living on the streets having risen significantly since he became mayor.

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Seven candidates to choose from for north-east London GLA

Londoners will go to the polls on 2 May to elect both a mayor and the members of the Greater London Assembly (GLA).

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Marx Memorial Library Unveils Dynamic May Day Celebrations: A Tribute to Workers’ Struggle

Marx Memorial Library (MML) proudly announces its vibrant lineup of events to mark May Day, and its lasting significance to the global labour movement.

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🍴Tomorrow evening forum+ is Cooking With Pride at St Luke's Community Centre!

With our friends St Luke's Community Centre we will be guided through the steps to prepare, cook and enjoy a delicious Turkish meal🥘

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🐝 🌿 Islington Greener Together deadline for applications has been extended until Friday 26 April - so you have more time to submit your ideas!

Help to create greening projects including tree pit gardens, parklets and rain gardens in your area. Link in comments👇