Councillor Caroline Russell

Freedom of the Borough, Council - Thursday, 4th December, 2025 7.00 pm

Islington Council is scheduled to hold a meeting where they will consider admitting David John Dade as an Honorary Freeperson of the London Borough of Islington. This is in recognition of his voluntary work for the Islington Poppy Appeal.

Council - Thursday, 4th December, 2025 7.30 pm

The Islington Council meeting of 4 December 2025 included discussion of the council tax support scheme, a review of the constitution, and a new gambling policy. Councillors were also scheduled to discuss support for children, local government funding, and renter's rights. In addition to these items, the council was expected to discuss questions raised by members of the public and the youth council.

Environment, Climate and Transport Scrutiny Committee - Tuesday, 25th November, 2025 7.30 pm

The Environment, Climate and Transport Scrutiny Committee was scheduled to discuss the Active Travel Programme, presentations from dockless bike companies, and household recycling rates, as well as review the committee's work plan for the coming year. Representatives from Islington Fixers, Archway Upcycle, and ReLondon were expected to provide witness evidence regarding reuse and repair. The meeting was scheduled to take place at the Town Hall on Upper Street.

Freedom of the Borough, Council - Friday, 21st November, 2025 3.00 pm

Islington Council held a special meeting to award the Freedom of the Borough to Arsenal Women's Football Club in recognition of their UEFA Women's Champions League win in 2024-25. The motion was proposed, seconded, and then supported by several councillors, before being passed unanimously. Representatives from Arsenal Women's Football Club attended the meeting to accept the award.

Audit and Risk Committee - Monday, 17th November, 2025 7.00 pm

The Audit and Risk Committee was scheduled to meet on 17 November 2025, to discuss the interim auditor's annual report, the risk of falling school rolls, and a review of polling districts in Mildmay ward[^2]. The committee was also scheduled to review the council's principal risks.