May 2009 - Islington Council
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May 2009 - Islington Council
www.islington.gov.uk IslingtonNow Issue 27, May 2009 your local magazine from Islington Council Islington: first choice for first lady Students at Elizabeth Garrett Anderson school were thrilled to host American First Lady, Michelle Obama, when she made a suprise visit to the school recently. The visit was Mrs Obama’s first official foreign trip since her husband was sworn in as US President. She certainly seemed impressed by the school, which has improved tremendously in the past few years and now receives 'outstanding' Ofsted reports. After a performance by the school's talented choir, the First Lady said: “These girls are terrific, the school is phenomenal, and you all should be very proud of what you've created.” After thanking her hosts for making her feel welcome, she went on to say that she was inside 2 Leader’s column and letters Getting the hump – how we are improving the borough’s roads 3 4 6 8 10 NEWS Beating the downturn at our credit crunch roadshows not so different from the girls who attend the school, 92% of whom are from a black or minority background. She described her workingclass roots and told the girls that with a good education and a whole lot of hard work, there was nothing they couldn’t achieve. “History proves it doesn't matter whether you come from a council estate or a country estate,” she said. “You too can realise your dreams.” The fact that Elizabeth Garrett Anderson school received such a high-profile visit speaks volumes about how far education in Islington has come. Thanks to all the staff and pupils at Elizabeth Garrett for making the First Lady’s visit such a success. Environment Why trimming back your greenery is so important Safer How to get the better of burglars lOCAL LIFE Making the most of Islington’s markets IN FOCUS The low-down on the upcoming European Parliamentary Elections 12 Young Islington Young artists make a mural in Archway Older Person’s Discount Council Tax you may be entitled to receive a £100 rebate on your council tax bill this year. We’ve tried to write to all residents entitled to the Older Person’s Discount, but if you haven’t received your letter, please call us on 020 7527 2633. Look inside for more ways we can help you financially and tips on defeating the downturn. 13 14 16 lifestyle Career Start gives young care leavers a boost out and about Photo courtesy of PA Photos As you’ll have read in IslingtonNow earlier in the year, one of the ways we’re trying to help out residents most affected by the recession while still giving value for money is with our Older Person’s Discount. If you or your partner were 65 or over on 1 April 2009 and are the liable person for The best of the borough’s events this month Your Views Your ideas can make a difference to the community www.islington.gov.uk LETTERS As you'll read in the news section, Cllr James Kempton has decided to stand down as Leader of the Council. His successor will be announced on 14 May – so they'll take over this column next month. They'll also be answering your letters, so keep sending them in. Recycling textiles IslingtonNow is designed and produced by beetroot on behalf of Islington Council. Contact: 020 7749 0180, or visit: www.beetroot.co.uk I'm pleased to learn that we can now recycle batteries at our local libraries. Might it be possible in future for us to recycle textiles and shoes there too? Quite often I have items that aren't suitable for charity shops but I can't get to the recycling centre in Hornsey. It would be good if we could recycle such items nearby. Betty Harris Duncan Terrace, N1 We’re always looking for more ways to make it as easy as possible for residents to recycle, so it’s great news that the battery banks have proved popular. As you say, the first choice way to recycle unwanted clothes is at a charity shop so they can be reused and raise funds at the same time. We know this isn’t always possible, so through the charity Scope, Islington already has ten textile banks across the borough and we’re looking for suitable locations to add more. Libraries are one possibility. However, textile banks are quite large compared with battery banks, so we will need to weigh up the practicalities. In the meantime, your nearest textile bank is in Sainsbury’s car park on Tolpuddle Street, which should be easy for you to get to. A full list of textile bank locations is available online at www.islington.gov. uk/rubbishandrecycling, or by phoning 020 7527 2000. Remember, you can also take your unwanted textiles (and lots more) to the Household Re-use and Recycling Centre, Hornsey Street, N7 8TP. But we would welcome any more suggestions from you or other IslingtonNow readers about how we can recycle textiles in Islington. doing up the roads before they totally disintegrate? Are you resurfacing the roads in the Whittington area before you put down the road humps? I fear not. It is said that these road calming measures do very little good and that a lot of other councils are removing them. Why does Islington blindly carry on laying them? Mr B R Deane Anyone who’s lived here for a while will probably have noticed that wear and tear has got the better of some of our pavements. Cracked and broken slabs not only make the place look shabby, but can be a real safety hazard for we answers your letters… pedestrians and wheelchair users. So we’re investing money in bringing the worst affected streets back up to scratch. But a large part of the £20m we are spending is actually going towards resurfacing damaged roads. With over 1,400 streets to maintain, even this huge investment doesn’t go as far as we’d like. To make sure we get the best possible value for this money, we are prioritising roads that are most in need based on their current condition and the type and volume of traffic it attracts. In your area – Junction Ward – ten roads are set to be resurfaced, including Highgate Hill and Junction Road. As you can imagine, we get a lot of letters about road humps – some in support of them and some not. They’re used only in areas where we’ve consulted residents about whether to introduce a 20mph zone and in most cases – including the recent consultation we ran in your area – around two thirds of people have come out in favour of us using them. Probably most importantly, Islington has seen a drop of nearly 50% in traffic accidentrelated casualties since 2001 as a result of speed humps cutting traffic speed. Having said that, we know the older style, round-top speed humps aren’t popular with residents. To try and find some middle ground, we’re now using a different type of speed hump that is much lower and smoother to drive over, but still keeps driving speeds to a safe level. Although there isn’t the money to rip up and replace every bump, we are able to replace some of the higher road humps as part of the work we’re doing to improve our roads. Getting the hump I have recently read that the council is going to spend £10m on the highways this year. Instead of wasting our money laying new pavements and road humps, is it not about time you spent some money Send your letters to: Leader of Islington Council, IslingtonNow, Town Hall, Upper Street, London N1 2UD Email: [email protected] Phone: 020 7527 3416 If you would like IslingtonNow in large print, audiotape, or another format, please call 020 7527 3416 Contact us: IslingtonNow is printed on 100% recycled paper. Please use your green box to recycle IslingtonNow when you have finished with it. IslingtonNow, Town Hall, Upper Street, London N1 2UD Email: [email protected] Phone: 020 7527 3416 School gets royal seal of approval HRH The Princess Royal formally opened Islington’s Golden Lane Campus and PICTU was taken on a tour of the state-of-the-art facilities. RE OF THE Prior Weston Primary School and Children’s Centre and the primary MONT department of Richard Cloudesley School for pupils with physical challenges H are based at the Golden Lane Campus. Head of Richard Cloudesley Primary School, Anne Corbett, said: “We were honoured to meet Her Royal Highness today and the children really enjoyed her visit. Both schools feel privileged to work in such a wonderful environment that has been designed with all the pupils’ needs in mind, and the princess was interested to hear about how successful the co-location of these schools has been.” Tell us what you think of IslingtonNow – contact us at the above address or drop us an email Please include your full address on all correspondence. Anonymous letters cannot be published, but names and addresses can be withheld on request. We cannot guarantee to publish all letters received, and we reserve the right to edit letters for both length and content. news Helping residents beat the credit crunch Hundreds of Islington residents have taken advantage of the council’s credit crunch roadshows, which have been held around the borough over the past few months. With information on everything from benefits and jobs to housing and energy consumption, visitors also benefited from money saving offers and goody bag giveaways. For Serge, a 30-year-old chef, the roadshows were a way to find out how to save money. “I was working in a catering company, but people started losing their jobs because of the credit crunch. Now I really need to learn how to save every little penny,” he says. For more information, visit www.islington.gov.uk/moneyadvice Travel back in time to London’s original Little Italy A new, free exhibition tells the story of the Italians who settled in Clerkenwell and Holborn from the early 19th century. Rarely-seen pictures cast fresh light on the thousands who came to live in the bustling district, bringing distinct shops, traditions and culture. The Little Italy exhibition, at Islington Council’s museum in St John Street, runs until 31 May. Local residents take advantage of the support and advice on offer at a recent credit crunch roadshow meeting and we’ll let you know who this is in IslingtonNow June. Cllr Kempton will continue to serve as a councillor for St. Mary’s Ward until May 2010. Family first This month sees the first ever National Families Week, celebrating both the joys and the challenges faced by modern families. The council’s Family Information Service launched this year, helping parents, carers and young people find out about services and activities in the borough. These range from help finding trustworthy childcare to information about choosing schools, parenting teenagers, managing the family finances and getting back into training and employment. Outreach officer Yvonne Langkamer visits Islington schools regularly to keep in brief Rare pictures like this one of street ice cream sellers can be viewed at Islington Museum’s Little Italy exhibition Council Leader to stand down Cllr James Kempton has announced that he will stand down as Leader of the Council at the Annual Council meeting on 14 May. His successor will be decided at the same IslingtonNow May 2009 parents informed of what’s on offer. “The nature of queries can vary tremendously,” she says. “The topic of conversation ranges from housing and dealing with teenagers to domestic violence and relationship problems. Whatever your concern – be it a serious issue like debt or drug use or simply something like keeping boredom at bay in the school holidays – our aim is to improve your situation.” To find out more, call the Family Information Service on 020 7527 5959 or visit www.islington.gov. uk/familydirectory Wake up and smell the Fairtrade coffee Islington’s Green Living Centre recently celebrated Fairtrade Fortnight with a popular coffee tasting morning. Visitors sampled Fairtrade coffee from five different countries including Rwanda, Peru, Africa, Tanzania and Papua New Guinea. The most popular seemed to be the fresh and fruity coffee from Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. Green Living Centre staff also took to the street providing free Fairtrade coffee, chocolate and brownies. Islington gained Fairtrade Borough status in July 2005 and continues to expand the number of businesses and organisations selling and serving Fairtrade in the borough. Attention book lovers! Treat yourself to an exciting new read with the Orange Prize for Fiction 2009 and Award for New Writers. Catch up with the best female novelists and new writers of today by dropping into South Library on Essex Road or Central Library on Holloway Road, where you can borrow any of the titles shortlisted for the Orange awards. Find out more and make comments at www.orangeprize. co.uk. And remember, if you don’t have a computer of your own, you can access the web in the library. Mayor’s Gala has Polish flavour Local residents and coffee lovers Viviana Kika and Gurmeet Parmar took advantage of everything on offer at the event Sixteen mayors from across London and the Polish Ambassador were among 200 guests attending a Polish-themed Gala Evening hosted by Islington Mayor Stefan Kasprzyk. The charity bash, at the gloriously restored Grade II listed Finsbury Town Hall, raised over £3,000 for the Mayor’s Charity, Islington Kids Afloat. www.islington.gov.uk environment Get compost aware This month marks Compost Awareness Week (3-9 May), which is all about encouraging gardeners to compost household waste at home and choose e f i l d Wil cial spe greener, peat-free composts containing recycled materials. For an excellent online guide to composting, log onto www.recyclenow.com. To book a place on one of our free compost workshops, call Jean Hughes on 020 7527 5157 or email [email protected]. Once you’ve started, you can order a subsidised compost bin for just £10 by calling 0845 130 6090 or visiting www.islington.getcomposting. com Cleaning up the Capital As part of the second annual Capital Clean-up Campaign, which runs from 27 April to 5 June 2009, Islington Council will be involved in extra cleansing projects. The campaign encourages communities to take an active role in improving the local environment through coordinated clean-up events across Islington. To find out more, visit wwwcapitalstandards.com vvv-hrkhmfsnm-fnu-tj ThereÕs not just one Angel in Islington Fostering a teenager can be challenging but also very rewarding as you guide them on their journey to adulthood. /7///62/317 or email us at [email protected] www.islington.gov.uk/fostering Cutting for the community You may not realise it, but overhanging trees, bushes and shubbery can make life very difficult – not to mention dangerous – for some people. Here’s why it’s important to keep your foliage cut back. Every year some of the most vulnerable members of our community face injury and dangers on our footways, as overgrown greenery from private and public properties intrudes across their path. Blind and partially-sighted people are most at risk, but even wheelchair users and able-bodied people can be affected. “Along your travels you are frequently faced with two types of overgrown foliage; soft, which often leaves you dripping wet, and sharp, which results in a face full of scratches,” says Olav Ernstzen, a partially-sighted Islington resident who uses a white stick. “It can be a shock to walk into overgrown foliage too, meaning we often veer into or towards the road – and this is obviously dangerous.” It’s not just overhanging trees and hedges that are the problem, though. Elizabeth Jones, who is also partially sighted and at 81 has lived in Islington all her life, wants to urge her fellow residents to think on ground level. “My stick often gets caught in ivy that has been left to overgrow onto the pavement,” she says. “Not only does it end up in my face, but my stick gets stuck and I have to fight it free just to carry on walking.” If you would like more information on how to look after your garden, visit the Royal Horticultural Society website at www. rhs.org.uk. Alternatively, if you know of a household with particularly overgrown foliage, you can report it by calling Contact Islington on 020 7527 2000. Combat the credit crunch Why not ditch your car in favour of a bicycle? Cars are expensive to keep and run while, after the initial outlay, a bike hardly costs a thing. It’s a great way to keep fit, and riding a bicycle uses less energy than a car uses to power its headlights – so it’s super green, too! 011365 - Angel advert - now MAG - Fostering..indd 1 24/11/08 12:33:08 4.5 tonnes of carbon will be saved by Disability Action Islington in the next year thanks to the work of the Climate Change Partnership Springwatch is back! The Ecology Centre’s bird box webcam is back for the third year running, with live footage 24 hours a day. Last year a pair of blue tits built a nest in the box, raising five young that successfully fledged. This year we have once again linked up a camera in the bird box to the internet, so you can watch the birds nest and hatch as spring arrives. To follow the birds’ progress, go to www.islington.gov.uk/ tsg/birdbox Islington in Bloom 2009 Don’t forget to enter this year’s ‘Islington in Bloom’! Every entry will receive a £5 gift voucher, donated by Camden Garden Centre, together with a certificate and feedback from the judges. The best entries in each category will also receive garden centre vouchers up to the value of £100. The closing date for all entries is Friday 29 May. For an application form, contact Sue Whitehead on 020 7527 1787, 07826 904240 or sue.whitehead@ islington.gov.uk or visit the council’s website at www.islington.gov.uk/ inbloom 80% will be the reduction in lighting consumption by St Mary’s Church after they implement their plan to swap their 500 Watt bulbs for 100 Watt ones Rosemary Gardens Do your bit for goes green biodiversity Recent redevelopment sees Rosemary Gardens rise from the ashes With poor accessibility, damaged paths, uninspiring planting and limited play opportunities, Rosemary Gardens was in desperate need of some TLC. After refurbishing the astroturf pitch with funding from Barclays Spaces for Sport, several consultation events for park users and local residents took place. As a result, the park has seen new plants, turf, shrubs and benches, while accessibility improvements have also been made. Plus, the redesign of the play area, which was funded by the council with support from the Government, has created more play opportunities for kids. To celebrate, we’re holding a fun day during May halfterm. It will combine the official re-opening of the gardens with music, face painting, play rangers, a compost giveaway, dog training and much more. The free event will take place in Rosemary Gardens on Wednesday 27 May from 1pm to 6pm. For more information, contact Jon Winder on 020 7527 8110, email jon. [email protected] or text 07826 904 314. IslingtonNow May 2009 May is Islington’s Biodiversity Month, when we invite residents to celebrate local wildlife and ask everyone to do their bit to give nature a helping hand. You don’t have to live in the countryside to see plants and wild animals – you can spot foxes, bats and unusual birds such as woodpeckers right here in Islington. You can help wildlife on your doorstep by making some changes in your garden or by planting up a window box. Together, gardens make up a huge area of green space in Islington and are an important source of food and shelter for animals and birds. Chris Ashley, of Friends of Gillespie Park, says: “Biodiversity Month is a great time to help some of our struggling bird species by putting up a bird box and putting out food for them.” For information on making or buying a bird box, visit www.rspb. org.uk Chris Ashley displays one of his bird boxes Wildlife column Richard and Pete’s last word on wildlife What the Ecology Centre’s Richard Meyers and Pete Howath don’t know about wildlife isn’t worth knowing. Here, they share their words of wisdom with the rest of us. It’s spring at last and our parks and gardens are bursting with new life. Lots of different creatures can be seen, from swifts wheeling and darting overhead, to tadpoles in our back garden pond. Also, look out for bumblebees as they go from flower to flower collecting nectar and pollen, which they carry in bristles on their back legs. Spring also means the mornings are brighter – and filled with the sound of birdsong. Each year at the Islington Ecology Centre we celebrate the dawn chorus with an early morning event, and this year is no exception. We begin on Sunday 10 May at 4am, so remember to set your alarm! You needn’t worry about breakfast though – we’ll provide tea and toast. To book your place, call the Ecology Centre on 020 7527 4374. The pesticide question Pesticide-free gardens are better for wildlife, as things like slug pellets can harm hedgehogs and song thrushes when they eat the poisoned slugs. There are plenty of ways to avoid using pesticides in your garden. Use alternatives such as beer traps to help control slugs, or, rather than poisoning snails, why not entice their enemies? You could start by building a small log pile for creatures like toads, frogs and centipedes to live in – most of which eat snails. Tip: Butterflies lay their eggs on stinging nettles, so to attract them to your garden leave a small patch uncut. A further tip is to grow them in a container with drainage holes – this will prevent them spreading into unwanted areas. And remember, nettles are a food source for many creatures – not just a nuisance! SAFER islington Protect yourself Burglary rates as the evenings continue to fall get lighter: www.islington.gov.uk Top tips to beat the burglars ,Unless you are in the same room do not leave windows and doors open or unlocked, particularly if you are on the ground or first floor. ,Lock away ladders, garden tools and other items that burglars could use to force an entry. ,Be aware that thieves can steal keys through your letterbox if you store them nearby. ,Leave a light on and shut your curtains when you go out at night ,Don’t label your house keys in case you lose them. ,Do not leave valuables, including keys, on display or within easy reach behind windows and doors even if they are closed and locked. ,Never leave a spare key hidden outside – burglars know all the hiding places. ,Fit proper locks on doors and windows – and use them. ,Remember – if you can get into your home without keys, so can a burglar. For more detailed advice visit www.met.police.uk/crime prevention or call the Islington Police Crime Prevention Office on 020 7421 0674. 400 fewer people have fallen victim to burglary in Islington this year. Burglary rates in the borough have fallen steadily over the past five years, dropping 20% since April 2008. Islington Police provide support to victims of burglary. In some cases officers will arrange the installation of security cameras in and outside victims’ homes. Islington Police Borough Commander, Bob Carr, said: “Burglary continues to fall in Islington and remains a priority for us. Our dedicated officers will continue to work with crime and anti-social behaviour in the community and tackle the issues that matter to residents.” Islington Police Borough Commander, Bob Carr Driven to distraction Around two distraction burglaries are reported in Islington every week. Here’s how to make sure you’re not the next victim. Burglars will often tell you they are from the water board, but they might also say they work for the council or other utilities companies. Other techniques include pretending to need help or asking to use your phone or toilet. They often work in pairs – so while you are at the front door, an accomplice could be sneaking in the back. When someone calls at your home, remember: , Put the door bar or chain on the door. , Don’t be fooled by officiallooking overalls or identity cards. , Keep the numbers of your utility companies handy. Call the company to check their story. Don’t use the number on the caller’s ID card as it might be fake. , If they say they want to run your taps, switch off your water or check your water pressure, and call the water board. They can tell you if there are any leaks or maintenance in your area. , Keep cash out of sight, and try not to keep large amounts in your home – burglars know all the hiding places. , Bogus callers often say they need help urgently or ask for a glass of water. Only help if you have someone else with you – and remember, if you choose not to help, it is not rude or unfriendly. , Call 999 immediately if you are suspicious – police would rather be called to a false alarm than for someone to be robbed. Look out for letterbox burglaries! Police recently found one would-be burglar with her hand stuck in a letterbox. Burglars try to reach through to pick up keys that have been left nearby, or to try and reach the latch to open the door. IslingtonNow May 2009 Get online security savvy One man recently received a five-year prison sentence for robbery after advertising vehicles for sale on the Gumtree website. When the potential buyers contacted him he arranged to meet them, robbing them when they turned up. Police were able to trace the perpetrator by his mobile phone. Be careful when arranging to meet someone to make a purchase – especially if you are likely to be carrying a large amount of cash. Getting to know your Safer Neighbourhoods Teams There are 16 Safer Neighbourhoods Teams (SNTs) in Islington – one for each ward. These are your local community beat bobbies, who work with the community to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour. Hot tips: ,If you have arranged to meet someone from a website, don’t go alone. ,Arrange to meet in a busy place you are familiar with. ,Tell someone else who you are meeting and where. ,If you don’t feel safe when you arrive at the arranged meeting place, leave. The Caledonian SNT are dedicated to keeping their ward safe Islington shops prosecuted for illegal knife sales Several Islington shops have been ordered to pay more than £6,000 after being prosecuted by the council’s Trading Standards team for illegally selling knives to young people. Trading Standards officers, supported by Islington Police, carried out test purchases in eight shops in Islington last July and found that four sold knives to 15year-old volunteers, despite the age limit being 18. All have now been prosecuted, with a total of £6,450 in fines and costs for shops and owners. Although these fines send out a strong message, the potential seriousness of these offences goes far beyond money. A knife in the wrong hands is deadly. Most shops in Islington are very good – in December eight shops were tested and all asked for ID. We will prosecute if shops sell knives to youngsters, and we'll keep working with police to tackle knife crime and keep weapons off the streets. If you suspect a shop is selling knives illegally, call the Trading Standards team on 020 7527 4038. Your local SNT will take part in regular ward panel meetings with the community. These allow you to discuss your concerns and decide where your SNT should be focussing their efforts. Their priorities could range from stopping people riding mopeds on the pavements to burglary or drug dealing. Your SNT patrols regularly in your area and has a local contact number so you can call them. Each team usually consists of at least one sergeant, two police constables and three police community support officers (PCSOs). They are dedicated to your local area, and will work with the community, identifying and tackling local problems. The teams are permanent, not a ‘quick fix’ brought in to respond to local changes in crime and disorder. They work with local communities, but are an addition to London’s other policing teams and specialist units. To find out the details of your own SNT or to attend your local ward panel meeting, go to www.met. police.uk/islington. Policing promise The council is working with Islington Police to make the borough a safer place to live, work and visit. However you feel about the service you get from local police, they want you to let them know. Islington Police have recently introduced their Policing Pledge, which explains exactly what you should expect from your local force. You can read the full pledge on their website at www.met.police.uk/islington. If you think they are not meeting their commitments, let them know by leaving a comment on the site or by calling 020 7230 4737. Someone will get back to you within 24 hours. Tell the police if you... , are a victim of crime and no one is telling you what’s happening with your case , don’t think they treated you fairly and with respect Islington Police are looking to you for feedback on how you think they’re doing , contacted your community police Safer Neighbourhoods team and they didn’t get back to you promptly , are worried about antisocial behaviour and crime in your area and never see your local police team , dialed 999 in an emergency and had to wait too long for the police to answer, or for the police car to arrive. www.islington.gov.uk LOCAL LIFE 2009 Civic Awards Local heroes get the recognition they deserve Nine Islington residents and three community groups have been recognised for their outstanding contribution to the borough. The Mayor’s Civic Awards ceremony, held recently at Islington Town Hall, was a celebration of community pride. Islington’s Mayor, Cllr Stefan Kasprzyk, was on hand to congratulate the winners and thank them for their tireless efforts to make our borough a wonderful place to live. Here are just three of the winners who have made a difference. 2009 Mayor’s Civic Award. Secretary of the Olden The Olden Community Community Garden Project, Garden Project Teresa Ahearne, said: “We’ve A dedicated bunch of greenput an awful lot of work fingered volunteers has into the garden – not just breathed life back into the fundraising but a lot of physical Olden Community Garden. work too. We’re all delighted The group worked tirelessly to revive the open space and their that our work has been efforts were rewarded with a 41564 Islington Now Ad:Layout 1recognised.” 6/4/09 16:52 Page 1 , Katerina Chrysostomou Volunteers translation services to Greek Cypriots. , Matthew Humphreys Chairman of the EC1 New Deal for Communities Board. Foster parent for almost 30 years and member of ‘voice of the elderly’ band The Zimmers. , Nicky O’Connell Former drug addict who helps recovering addicts and works with the Pilion Trust to help homeless people. Pay your council tax by direct debit and get £20 off, plus the chance to win great prizes in our monthly draw www.islington.gov.uk/directdebit or call 020 7527 2633 It’s the really really easy way to pay Reverend Ronald Frost Reverend Ronald Frost has been making a positive difference to young boys’ lives for more than two decades. Captain of Islington’s Boys’ Brigade for 25 years, Ronald has helped generations of local boys channel their energy in a positive way. This support and leadership landed him a 2009 Mayor’s Civic Award. “It’s wonderful to be recognised by the council,” said Ronald. “I am very proud and I think it’s a reflection on the Boys’ Brigade itself.” As Captain, Ronald is charged with delivering a balanced programme of activities for Islington’s Boys’ Brigade members. And the other winners are: , Dolores Murray Don’t miss out Robert Lock The youngest winner was 18year-old Robert Lock, who has been a community volunteer since he was 14. “When I heard I’d won I was really shocked – but in a good way,” he says. “I volunteer for EC1 New Deal for Communities. They put on lots of events to bring the community together. I choose the entertainment and sort out fête stalls for the EC1 Festival. In recent years, I’ve even done some presenting on stage. “My favourite part is having a laugh with people and seeing the community brought together. I like seeing people having fun and enjoying themselves.” , The Volunteer Walk Team Leaders A team of 16 members who lead walks every week for local people. , Julie West Volunteer with the youth club at the Popham Community Hall and the Safer Neighbourhoods Team. , The Neighbours of the Blackstock Road Triangle Residents of 122 households who arrange street parties and festivals, creating a thriving, supportive community. , Tracey Willoughby Representative of the Elthorne Housing Panel, Islington Parents’ Forum, Ashmount School Parent/ Teacher Association and the Anti-Bullying Board for Islington. , Ngoma Bishop Secretary of the New Orleans Tenants and Residents Association, founded the New Orleans Griffins Community Football Club. Boom and bust This bust of Russian Leader Vladimir Lenin was given to the people of Finsbury by the Russian Embassy in London. Years later, when on display in Finsbury Town Hall, it was defaced by the National Front who threw buckets of red paint over it. To stop any further damage, it was taken off display and donated to Islington Museum. Why not pop in and see if you can find a trace of red paint? While you’re there, you could also explore some of Islington’s other hidden treasures. The museum is open Monday to Saturday (except Wednesdays), 10am-5pm. www.islington.gov.uk/directdebit This bust of Vladimir Lenin is on display at Islington Museum. The Russian leader once lived in Clerkenwell. 100 miles is the radius around London from which fresh produce for Islington’s Farmers Market is selected 2007 Markets thriving despite downturn Shopping habits have changed enormously over the past few years, but markets continue to play a vital part in community life. They add vibrancy and choice while complementing the already great retail service that Islington’s shops offer. Plus, shopping at the borough’s markets is great for the local economy. Islington has some excellent markets. Chapel Market at the Angel, open Tuesday to Sunday, is the largest with around 100 stalls selling everything from food, clothes and music to shoes, jewellery and accessories. Meanwhile, the oldest market in the borough is at Whitecross Street near Old Street. The general market runs from Monday to Friday, while fantastic specialist food stalls, where you can eat your way round the globe, run every Thursday and Friday. DIRECT DEBIT PRIZE DRAW Happy snapper Sheila wins the direct debit draw Long-time Islington resident, Sheila Cole, signed up to pay her council tax by direct debit a few years ago, because: “It’s convenient and means I don’t have to worry about remembering to pay my bill.” And, after our recent draw, paying by direct debit also means she’s the happy owner of an iPod and digital camera. The technology package is the latest in a great range of prizes, including shopping vouchers, a trip to Paris and £1,000 cash. Residents who’d like to sign up to direct debit and be included in the draw can find more information at www. islington.gov.uk/directdebit or by calling 020 7527 2633. Islington resident Sheila Cole celebrates IslingtonNow May 2009 is the year Islington-based band The Zimmers hit the charts with their version of The Who’s ‘My Generation’. Archway market runs on Thursdays and Saturdays, selling great fresh produce, books and more. Exmouth market has a fantastic range of food, clothes, jewellery and books and is open Monday to Saturday. Between them, our street markets have been serving local people for over 350 years and we hope they’ll carry on surviving the economic gloom. By continuing to support them, you’re doing your bit to make sure they go on providing great choice and value for the next 350 years! Islington’s market trader of the year, Jeff Heller, hosts a stall at Chapel Market and is staying upbeat despite the recession. “We’re in such a good location here, with the N1 Centre, cinema, shops and bars,” he says. “And when the sun comes out people prefer to shop outdoors. I’m looking forward to a great summer.” Islington is home to world’s best barista Tucked away in Whitecross Street is one of Islington’s hidden secrets – the world’s best coffees from just 60p for an espresso. Gwilym Davies (pictured), 42, was recently named the world’s best barista (expert coffee maker) at the global finals in Atlanta, USA. Only the queues outside his Whitecross Street stall – which has no branding and not even a name – give a clue about his excellent coffee. Mr Davies has been trading at the market for a year and likes the busy atmosphere of locals, students, professionals and City workers who stop by on their way to work. Ceremony of the month Solve your personal history mystery! If you’re a fan of BBC TV’s ‘Who do you think you are?’ series, you’re in for a treat! The entire burial records from Hampstead and Trent Park Cemeteries have been put online to help people trace their family history. More than 70,000 entries, dating back to 1876, can be accessed in the joint project from Islington and Camden Cemetery Services and Deceased Online. Look up your lineage at www. deceasedonline.com. Richard and Andre toast their union at the Town Hall Canonbury couple celebrate a day to remember When Canonbury residents Richard Frampton and Andre Viana decided to tie the knot, Islington Town Hall was the natural choice of venue – and they weren’t disappointed. “It was fantastic, and the registrar was great. Many of our guests commented on how calming and smiley he was,” said Richard. “But the best thing about the day was having all the important people in our lives together – well, that and the lovely lunch afterwards!” www.islington.gov.uk 10 IN FOCUS On the committee Making sure the council is doing the best possible job for local residents is of paramount importance, so independent committee members have been put in place to oversee the work we do. They ensure our services are not only up to scratch but also constantly evolving and improving, and that our standards are consistently high. Here is a little more information on how they work. The Standards Committee There are 48 councillors at Islington Council; three for each ward in the borough. The Standards Committee is here to make sure they are working to a strict code of conduct and acting in an appropriate manner at all times. The committee is made up of five independent members and two elected ones. Alison Vydulinska is one of the independent members, and as a lawyer of ten years’ standing she is well-placed to keep an eye on what’s happening in the council. “We mainly deal with complaints – both from residents and other councillors, but there is a proactive side to the committee too,” she says. “We look at general complaint statistics from across the organisation to identify problems in a given service area, for example. And we observe the way the council responds to things like tribunals and claims. “Our other main role is to promote and monitor high standards of ethics and behaviour within the council,” continues Alison. “Having independent people overseeing the authority is great as it means high standards have to be maintained. Hopefully, our presence also helps to promote confidence in democracy.” The committee makes sure all councillors are serving the best interests of their residents – rather than their own. “This means that if a councillor’s neighbour has put in a planning permission application, we make sure it is dealt with by someone entirely different to ensure there is no bias,” says Alison. “In fact, that’s what the Standards Committee is really all about – making sure everyone gets a fair deal.” Lawyer Alison Vydulinska is on the council’s Standards Committee, where shets responds to complain ur and oversees behavio The Audit Committee Islington Council is a large organisation with many departments, and it’s important for them all to work together efficiently. To make sure this is happening, an Audit Committee has been appointed to oversee the finances of the entire council. Made up of four elected members and two independent members, the committee’s job is to make sure the council is running smoothly and offering residents excellent value for money. One of the Audit Committee’s independent members, Mark Robson, has spent 14 years at the Bank of England and been a Governor of City University for the past seven years. He‘s been part of the Audit Committee since it was formed six months ago. “It’s really about asking questions – like ‘how could we do this better?’” he says. “We’re constantly looking at ways the council can improve; by coming up with completely new ideas, comparing what we do with other local authorities and businesses, or simply building on what we’re already doing well. We also keep an eye on existing systems to make sure they are working well and that money is accounted for and being wisely spent.” Combat the credit crunch Did you know there are a number of affordable housing options available to people in Islington? Ownhome is a brand new scheme designed to give you a helping hand onto the property ladder by arranging funding for up to 100% of the value of your home. To find out more, visit www.islington.gov.uk/housing and click on ‘Housing Development’. Mark Robson is one of the Audit Committee’s independent members and has been working with the council for the past six months IslingtonNow May 2009 11 European Parliamentary Elections Elections to the European Parliament are held every five years and the next one is on Thursday 4 June 2009. Islington, together with all other London boroughs, is part of the London Region for the European Parliament, which will elect eight Members of the European Parliament (MEPs). How can I vote? To vote at these elections you must be 18 or over and be a British, Irish or Commonwealth citizen. If you are already registered to vote in elections, you will be eligible to have your say, or you can go to our website to download a registration form. If you are a citizen of another European Union country, you can vote at the elections in Islington but you will need to complete an additional form called a European Elector Application (UC1) Form and return it to Electoral Services by Tuesday 19 May. Visit www.islington. gov.uk/voting for more information. Why should I vote? The European Parliament has a big influence on the lives of EU citizens, whether you realise it or not. Most laws passed by national parliaments are drafted in response to European laws. When European legislation is debated, amended and either rejected or approved, the MEPs are there to represent you, the citizen. You can find out more at www.europarl.org.uk or www.electoral commission.org.uk Making the most of your councillor Have you ever wondered what elected councillors actually do? Here, we explain the impact they make on local life – and how yours could help you. Councillors make decisions on council policy and spending. They are the people who know what’s going on in your local area. The borough of Islington is split into 16 wards, with three councillors – who are elected every four years by local people – representing each one. You can talk to your local councillor about any issues you have with council services, and they can take up your case themselves or point you in the right direction to get more advice. As a community leader, they can put forward proposals to improve the ward they represent, which may include bringing together different community groups to develop a case for change. Councillors also represent the council on various outside bodies, such as charities, local companies and school governing bodies. How are council decisions made? All councillors meet at Full Council Meetings, where they make decisions about major council policies and set the annual budget. These meetings are open to the public and you can now watch them from your home, office, library or any computer with an internet connection. The council is running a pilot project to broadcast meetings of the Full Council and Executive for a trial period until June 2009 and we would like to know what you think. To find out more and get involved go to www.islington.gov.uk/webcasts. Plus, you can keep up to date with decisions made at meetings by registering for email alerts at www.islington.gov.uk/ democracy/emailnotification A carer is someone, who, without payment, provides help and support to a partner, child, relative, friend or neighbour, who could not manage without their help because of illness or disability. We estimate that there are up to 20,000 carers in Islington or looking after people who live in the borough. We are currently reviewing our services to carers to make sure they continue to meet your needs and we want to hear from you. For more information visit www.islington.gov.uk/ Health/carers or to make comments and suggestions, email [email protected] or call 020 7527 8154. You can meet any of your ward councillors in person at one of their regular surgeries, write to them at Islington Town Hall, send them an email or phone them. For councillors’ contact details and to find out when they hold their surgeries, call 020 7527 2000. Or you can go to www.islington.gov.uk/ councillors, where you can also see a map of the wards. The mayoral role The Mayor chairs Full Council Meetings and has a specific role to play as the council representative at many civic and ceremonial events. Each May, a new councillor takes on this role. We will announce the new Mayor for 2009/10 in the next issue of IslingtonNow. www.islington.gov.uk 12 young islington Young artists brighten up Archway A colourful mural of Archway life created by young people has been unveiled on the wall of a popular local pub. The mural, by Archway’s young people, provides a vibrant snapshot of local life All Shades of Grey film goes international A documentary made by young refugees and asylum seekers in Islington has been selected to show at prestigious film festivals this year, in Germany and the USA. The hard hitting film, ‘All Shades of Grey’, was made by young people involved in Listen Up’s Young Muslim Voices project, which is part of the council’s Children’s Services department. Maria and Tsehay, two girls involved in the project, talk about their journey from Ethiopia and Eritrea, and describe their experiences of being a refugee in Islington. The giant painted scene on The Hideaway in Junction Road, N19, includes local landmarks such as Archway Tower, Archway Bridge, and bustling streets. It was designed and made by local young people who worked with artist Fiona Edwards during February halfterm, in a project organised by the council. The creation colourfully depicts the hundreds of diverse projects – from arts to training – the council runs with young people each year. Tom Allerton, of The Hideaway, which stands at the entrance to the Tremlett Grove Estate, said: “I’m really pleased with the results and glad that so many of the kids wanted to get involved. I think the mural will help bring the community together, as well as adding a splash of colour to the area. ” The mural is part of a wider programme of work by Islington Council to put some spring sparkle into Archway, including intensive cleaning and a crackdown on dog mess. Inspection result inspires confidence Ofsted inspectors have given the New North Children’s Centre in Canonbury a “good” rating in its first inspection report. The children’s centre, which opened last year, also has “outstanding” features in leadership, partnership with parents, and children’s learning and development, according to the report. Children are given enjoyable learning activities that are “tailored to their needs and interests”. The New North Children’s Centre in Canonbury has received a glowing report by inspectors The centre is “very well led and managed” and its team of experienced and qualified staff ensure that it “operates safely, efficiently and in the interests of parents and children”. New North is one of Islington’s network of 16 new and refurbished children’s centres. The centres provide care and education for under-fives, along with a wide range of services for families such as breast-feeding support, English as a second language classes and help with benefits, training and getting back in to work. For more information, visit www.islington.gov. uk/education and click on ‘Children’s Centres’. Your chance to win an iPod Touch Want to win an iPod Touch? Just tell us what you think your school could be like in five years’ time! If you’re 16 or under we’d like your ideas about how your school could be improved to make it a more exciting place in the future. Give us your suggestions in no more than 500 words for the chance to win a brand new iPod Touch to listen to your favourite music, watch videos and play games. When answering the question, you might like to think about how the school would look and what pupils could do there. You could also consider extra things like eco-friendly features. Email your answers – along with your name, age, address, telephone number and your school – to schoolsforthefuture@ islington.gov.uk. Put ‘BSF competition’ in the subject section of your email. Alternatively, you can write to us at: BSF competition Spring 2009, BSF Team, Third Floor, 7 Newington Barrow Way, London N7 7EP. The closing date for entries is Friday 15 May. The winner will be chosen and notified within one week of the closing date. IslingtonNow May 2009 Lifestyle Off to a flying start Islington’s Career Start scheme recently held its annual celebration, an event that recognises the achievements of care leavers who have taken part in the last year. Career Start provides access to jobs and work experience as well as advice on interviewing techniques and filling in application forms. Since it began four years ago, 53 young people have secured temporary and permanent jobs through the scheme. Of those, 23 are currently in employment. Making the transition from education or training into employment can be tough for any young person, but for those who have been in care it can be even more challenging. Debora Tesfu, 22, helped organise this year’s event and has been involved with Career Start since 2007. She has benefited from the scheme in a number of ways. Event organisers Debora Tesfu and Kaveh Rahimi have benefited from the Career Start scheme and are keen to help others make the most of it too “I’ve had a few jobs, giving me a lot of work experience on my CV,” she says. “I can also manage my time better and have presented in front of hundreds of people.” Almost 30 young people attended the event, which Combat the credit crunch If you have been affected by the economic downturn and find yourself getting into debt or being unable to manage your existing debt, we can help. To find out how, visit www.islington.gov.uk/moneyadvice and click on ‘Debt’. showcased a moving art project that Career Start’s young people took part in. Through painting, photography and poetry, young people expressed their hopes, ambitions and personal journeys. “Many of us don’t have families, so don’t get the opportunities other young people do,” continues Debora. “Gaining confidence can be difficult too. Career Start really builds your confidence.” Career Start Manager, Nikki Ralph, said: “The two young people who organised and hosted the event spoke of their personal successes through the scheme, inspiring and motivating other young people and managers. “It was also great to see so many employers at the event showing their support. I hope even more employers support Career Start over the coming year.” If you are a young care leaver who would like to get involved, or an employer keen to support the scheme, call Nikki Ralph on 020 7527 1820 or visit www.islington.gov.uk/ education and click on ’14-19 Partnership’. Volunteers to advise on energy The council recently teamed up with Islington Timebank – a community-based network of volunteers – to train 12 local residents to become volunteer domestic energy advisers. The partnership saw unemployed or parttime employed residents undertake a four-day training programme, leading to a City & Guilds accredited qualification. The course has equipped the volunteers with the skills and knowledge to help residents become more energy efficient. By saving energy in the home, we can all reduce our bills and cut the size of our carbon footprint at the same time. For advice on energy efficiency in the home, call Islington’s Green Living Centre on 0800 953 1221 or email energy.advice@islington. gov.uk Islington’s newly-trained volunteer domestic energy advisers 13 Local residents make the most of the Packington Families Project, which aims to support residents in Packington Square The new Packington Project From careers advice to ‘stay-and-play’ sessions, the Packington Families Project is a one-stop shop for residents living on the Packington estate. Funded by Islington Strategic Partnership, the project was launched in January and brings a range of services directly to the estate, including help and advice on housing, health, benefits, parenting and much more. Families can drop in to weekly surgeries or access the project through someone they already know, like their housing officer or a teacher at their child’s school. Packington Square Partnership Manager, Cassandra Favager, said: “One of the things residents tell us is that it’s not always easy to find the information they want. “The idea of this project is that families will be able to talk to one person, who will then work with the whole family to identify what services might benefit them. “It could be anything from supporting parents bringing up teenagers to helping a family claim all the benefits they’re entitled to. All the services are completely free of charge.” If you live in or near Packington Square and you’d like to find out how the project could help you, call 0845 600 1055 or drop in to the Packington Square Housing Office. 14 www.islington.gov.uk The arts your u held onto o y lly fu e p o H iary Islington D handy Enjoy in last month’s red which featu stic w. The fanta f Islington No o ll fu lement is events supp ents v e number of details on a in and e c s taking pla to and activitie l ri ton from Ap around Isling h over 90% of the Wit June 2009. ly free, it’s ing absolute e b s ie it v ti c a look! well worth a John Parry and Chamber Orchestra, Soy un Caballo and This is the Kit In this all-star concert, Johnny Parry releases his new album ‘More Love and Death’ and Soy Un Caballo and This Is The Kit launch their 7” double-sided single. Where: Union Chapel, Compton Terrace, N1 2UN When: 9 May, 7.30pm out and about How much: £8 advance plus booking fee. For more information, call 020 7226 1686 www.unionchapel.org.uk Nico Muhly and Guests with Kammer Klang String Quartet Nico Muhly attended Columbia University and the Juilliard School, where he studied composition under Christopher Rouse and John Corigliano. Before graduating from college, Muhly began working for Philip Glass, conducting and making demos for his film scores. Since then, Muhly’s works have been premiered by the Chicago Symphony, the Juilliard Orchestra, New York’s Saint Thomas Church Choir, and the Paris Opera, among others, and he has written film scores for ‘Choking Man’, ‘Joshua’ and the Academy @qdxntfdsshmf `kkxntqadmdehsr> Hexntnqxntqo`qsmdq`qdnudq5/ kdstrb`qqxnts`admdehsbgdbj, dwsq`lnmdxbntkcadxntqr Bnms`bs/1/64162586nq admdehsbgdbj?hrkhmfsnm-fnu-tj enqeqhdmckx`mcbnmehcdmsh`k`cuhbdVdb`m`krnuhrhsxnt`sgnld sns`kj`ants9 ¤OdmrhnmBqdchs ¤@ssdmc`mbd@kknv`mbd ¤BntmbhkS`wAdmdehs ¤Chr`ahkhsxKhuhmf@kknv`mbd ¤GntrhmfAdmdehs ¤nsgdqqdk`sdcadmdehsr In partnership with Hrkhmfsnm Havana Rakatan Mambo, jazz, bolero, son, cha-cha-cha, rumba and salsa all come alive in a dazzling dance display of Cuban passion that is guaranteed to get heads nodding and feet tapping. Set to live Cuban music courtesy of Cuba’s well-known son band Turquino, Havana Rakatan is a captivating journey through the dance and music of a truly unique country. Where: Peacock Theatre Portugal Street, Holborn, WC2A 2HT When: 5-23 May. How much: £15-£40, half-price tickets for under 16s (max two children per one adult). Groups of more than eight receive a discount of 20% on stall seats for most performances. For more information, call 0844 412 4322 or visit www. sadlerswells.com Award nominated film ‘The Reader’. He is also a skilled performer, arranger, and conductor to such musicians as Björk, Rufus Wainwright and Antony of Antony and the Johnsons. Where: Union Chapel, Compton Terrace, N1 2UN When: 9 May, 7.30pm How much: £10 advance plus booking fee. For more information, call 020 7226 1686 www.unionchapel. org.uk Rambert Dance Company The chequer-board stage of Itzik Galili’s A Linha Curva is filled with rhythmic pulses and sexual tension. With irresistible samba inspired lines and curves, Itzik Galili blends Brazilian capoeira and contemporary dance techniques. This new version for Rambert by one of Israel’s most talented choreographers features a live on-stage percussion band and large cast. A third work ‘Scribblings’, choreographed by Doug Varone, completes this vibrant programme. Where: Sadler’s Wells Theatre, Rosebery Avenue, EC1R 4TN When: 12-16 May How much: £10-£38. For more information, call 0844 412 4300 or visit www.sadlerswells.com When the rain stops falling An epic play spanning four generations and two continents, ‘When The Rain Stops Falling’ moves from the claustrophobia of a 1950s London flat to the windswept coast of southern Australia and into the heart of the Australian desert. Where: Almedia Theatre, Almedia Street, N1 1TA When: 14 May-4 July How much: £10-£40. For more information, call 020 7359 4404 or visit www.almeida.co.uk Northern Ballet Theatre - Romeo and Juliet This classic adaptation of Shakespeare’s most famous tragedy, ‘Romeo and Juliet’, is both passionate and dramatic – dance theatre at its most intense. With set and If you want to see your event listed here, email us at [email protected] We can’t guarantee that all events will be published. All events are subject to change. Please check with the venue before attending. 15 IslingtonNow May 2009 Young fun Handa’s Hen Based on the book by Eileen Browne, this beautiful show features 55 stunning puppets all newly created by hand for this production. Where: Little Angel Theatre, 14 Dagmar Passage, N1 2DN When: 25 April-5 July How much: £5-£8. For more information, call 020 7226 1787 or visit www.littleangeltheatre. com costumes by the awardwinning Lez Brotherston, stunning classical dancing and Prokofiev’s moving score, this critically acclaimed production is an unforgettable theatrical experience. Where: Sadler’s Wells Theatre, Rosebery Avenue, EC1R 4TN When: 19-23 May How much: £10-£40. For more information, call 0844 412 4300 or visit www. sadlerswells.com I Love You Bro ‘I love you Bro’ premiered at the 2007 Melbourne Fringe and wowed audiences in Edinburgh in 2008. Now, fresh from seasons at the Malthouse Theatre and the Famous Spiegeltent, Three to a Room makes a triumphant return to the UK with this transfixing original work. Where: Pleasance, Carpenters Mews, North Road, N7 9EF When: 19-24 May How much: £7.50-£10. Free tickets for people under-26. For more information, call 020 7609 1800 or visit www.pleasance.co.uk Historical and Archaeological Strolls Discover fascinating facts about Islington while you stroll along the borough’s streets. Where: Meet outside Mildmay Library, 21-23 Mildmay Park N1 4NA (8 May). Meet outside West Library, Bridgeman Road N1 1BD (15 May). Meet outside Islington Museum, 245 St. John Street, EC1V 4NB (29 May) When: 8 May, 15 May and 29 May, 11am-12noon How much: Free. For more information, call 020 7527 2626 or visit www.islington.gov.uk/sports and click on ‘Walking Programmes’. Adult Learners’ Week If you are over 19 and unemployed or on benefits, Islington’s Adult Community Learning Service can help you. At this event during Adult Learners’ Week, you’ll find ways to improve your computer, English and maths Singer Barb Jungr will perform a range of songs Barb Jungr Fundraising Concert Acclaimed singer Barb Jungr is generously performing a range of her favourite songs, from both old and new collections, to raise funds for the Little Angel Theatre. Barb is renowned for her unique vocal style, approach to arrangements and interpretation of songs. Every year Little Angel must raise around £250,000 to keep its doors open and its puppets working. Where: Little Angel Theatre, 14 Dagmar Passage, N1 2DN When: 17 May, 7pm. How much: £25. Proceeds go towards developing new productions at the theatre. For more information, call 020 7359 8581 or visit www.littleangeltheatre.com Community events Proactivesports1/4:Layout 1 Image courtesy of Little Angel Theatre Clerkenwell: Change and Continuity exhibition As one of the earliest suburbs of the City of London, Clerkenwell is an area steeped in history and shaped by continual change over many centuries. This exhibition highlights some of its rich heritage – the streets and buildings, and the stories behind them that link the present to the past. This exhibition celebrates the recent launch of the Survey of London’s newly published volumes on the history of Clerkenwell and is sponsored by BDP Architects. Where: Islington Museum, 245 St John Street EC1V 4NB When: 12 May-7 June For more information, call 020 7527 2837 or visit www.islington.gov.uk/ leisure/artsandentertainment skills, as well as how to build your confidence. Where: N1 Centre, 21 Parkfield Street, N1 0PS When: 14 May, 10.30am2.30pm How much: Free. For more information, call 020 7527 5782 Free story workshop for dads Dads and their children aged 3-5 are invited to free storytelling workshops this month. The What’s the Story Dad? workshops will see storyteller Paul Lyalls offering ideas about reading and enjoying books. Where: Central Library, 2 Fieldway Crescent, N5 1PF and West Library, Bridgeman Road, N1 1DB When: Saturday 16 May, 10am-12noon at Central Library and 2pm-4pm at West Library How much: Free. To book, or find out more, contact Geoff James on geoff.james@slington. gov.uk or 020 7527 6997. 9/4/09 18:19 Page 1 ITS BACK!... PROACTIVE ISLINGTON FESTIVAL OF 12 TO 6PM FREE ENTRY SATURDAY 20 JUNE 2009 OUTSIDE ARSENAL EMIRATES STADIUM (NO STADIUM ACCESS) CYCLING•FOOTBALL•BASKETBALL•DANCE•CLIMBING +LOTS MORE 16 www.islington.gov.uk your views SustainableCommunities Act: Islington is in! Have you ever had a really good idea about how to improve Islington? But then found it can’t happen because of Government rules and regulations, or because we don’t have the necessary powers at a local level? The new Sustainable Communities Act provides an opportunity to make those ideas a reality. Islington Council has opted into the Act and will now be developing proposals to put forward to the Government. Let us know if you have ideas that would contribute to the environment or the economic or social wellbeing of the area. Ideas need to be about things we do not have local powers to do and need central government action. For more information and to submit an idea, visit www.islington.gov.uk/ sustainablecommunities or contact 020 7527 2000 or [email protected] Hmbqd`rhmf hmunkudldms Bnmrdquhmf hmknb`kcdbhrhnm dmdqfx`mccdbqd`rhmf l`jhmf Hmbqd`rhmfgd`ksg fqddmgntrdf`r Hloqnuhmfknb`k `mcvdkkadhmf dlhrrhnmr otakhbsq`mronqs Hmbqd`rhmf sgdtrdne knb`kv`rsd l`sdqh`kr Rtoonqshmffqntor snhloqnudrdquhbdr enqsgdbnlltmhsx Hmektdmbhmf ok`mmdccdudknoldms Oqnsdbshmf knb`krdquhbdr Your ideas Oqnlnshmfv`kjhmf `mcbxbkhmf Here are just a few examples of ideas you can put forward Combat the credit crunch The Ditch ‘n’ Switch clothes swapping party is back! If you want to exchange some of the clothes you rarely wear for something a little more your style without spending a penny, this is the event for you. Head to Central Library, 2 Fieldway Crescent, N5 1PF on Friday 15 May at 6.30pm to join in the fun. Deaf? Make your views heard If you are Deaf, deafened or hard of hearing, the annual Hands Up! Catch Up! event is your chance to share your views about local health and social services. The event will be held at Islington Town Hall on Wednesday 20 May. There will be health, housing and customer access surgeries between 4pm and 6pm. You will need to book an appointment to attend. Between 6pm and 9pm, anyone can join us to discuss local council, NHS and voluntary services and tell us how we can make services better for you. To book your place or an appointment at a surgery, contact Linda Thomas by emailing [email protected], texting 07816 820759 or using the minicom service on 020 7527 1900. St Mark’s Church will spend the funding working with the area’s young people People power Finsbury Park has won an extra £28,000 of funding for young people in the first Islington Council People’s Project. The area’s residents were asked to choose one of three worthy causes to receive the money, to be spent on improving community safety. The winning project – with 74 of the 136 votes cast – was Islington Somali Community and St Mark’s Church. They will spend the money working with young people on local estates, running activities and trips and tackling antisocial behaviour. Also in the running for the cash were The Whittaker Centre and the Pilion Trust, which both work with local street drinkers, and CASA Family Service, which works with families affected by drug and alcohol use. It was the first vote of its kind to be held in Islington, and similar votes will now be held to help residents in other parts of the borough choose how they want money to be spent. NOTICEBOARD COUNCIL MEETINGS Overview Committee Meeting Islington Town Hall, Upper Street, N1 2UD 12 May, 7:30pm Council Meeting Islington Town Hall, Upper Street, N1 2UD 14 May, 7:30pm East Area Committee Meeting Location to be confirmed 18 May, 7:30pm Licensing Committee Meeting Islington Town Hall, Upper Street, N1 2UD 18 May, 10:00am Licensing Sub-Committee A Meeting Islington Town Hall, Upper Street, N1 2UD 18 May, 10:00am West Area Committee Meeting Laycock PDC, Laycock Street, London, N1 1TH 18 May, 7:30pm East Area Committee Meeting Location to be confirmed 18 May, 7:30pm North Area Committee Meeting Location to be confirmed 19 May, 7:30pm South Area Committee Meeting Location to be confirmed 19 May, 7:30pm Executive Meeting Islington Town Hall, Upper Street, N1 2UD 21 May, 7:30pm For more information, call Jakki Crowder on 020 7527 3251, email jakki.crowder@ islington.gov.uk or visit www.islington.gov.uk/ democracy PUBLIC NOTICES MAY 2009 Road Closures Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Section 14(1) and 16A: Proposed and Made Notices We, the London Borough Of Islington, are giving notice that we intend to make the following orders to enable works and special events to be carried out on the highway. Proposed road closures Albemarle Way New Water Main Supply Effect: (a) prohibit vehicular traffic on Albemarle Way at its junction with St. John’s Square; (b) suspend the “No Entry” at Albemarle Way at its junction with St. John Street; and (c) suspend the “One Way” working in Albemarle Way for access/egress only Diversion Route: via Clerkenwell Road and St. John Street Dates: (a) phase 1: from 9 May 2009 until 10 May 2009; (b) phase 2: from 16 May 2009 until 17 May 2009; and (c) phase 3: from 23 May 2009 until 24 May 2009 Caledonian Road Carriageway Resurfacing Effect: (a) prohibit vehicular traffic on Caledonian Road outside 292 to 268 Caledonian Road; (b) prohibit vehicular traffic on Bingfield Street at its junction with Caledonian Road; (c) prohibit vehicular traffic on Stanmore Street at its junction with Caledonian Road; and (d) prohibit vehicular traffic on Richmond Avenue at its junction with Caledonian Road. Diversion Route: (a) Bingfield Street : eastbound via Carnoustie Drive, Kember Street, Caledonian Road to Bingfield Road. westbound via Caledonian Road, Kember Street, Carnoustie Drive to Bingfield Street; (b) Stanmore Street: Cul de sac no diversion required;and (c) Richmond Avenue westbound via Hemmingford Road, Offord Road,Caledonian Road to Richmond Avenue Dates: from 7.30am on 16 May 2009 until 4.00pm on 7 June 2009 for one day only Caledonian Road (Phase 5) Carriageway Resurfacing Effect: (a) prohibit vehicular traffic on Caledonian Road outside 268 to 240 Caledonian Road; (b) prohibit vehicular traffic on Twyford Street at its junction with Caledonian Road; and Diversion Route: (a) Twyford Street : eastbound via Bemerton Street, Bingfield Street,Caledonian Road to Twyford Street; and (b) Twyford Street: westbound via Caledonian Road, Bingfield Street, Bemerton Street to Twyford Street Dates: from 7.30am on 23 May 2009 until 4.00pm on 14 June 2009 for weekends only Caledonian Road Carriageway Resurfacing Effect: (a) prohibit vehicular traffic on Caledonian Road outside 240 to 162 Caledonian Road; and (a) prohibit vehicular traffic on eastside Copenhagen Street at its junction with Caledonian Road Diversion Route: (a) Copenhagen Street : eastbound via Caledonian Road, Offord Road, Hemingford Road to 17 IslingtonNow May 2009 traffic on Hugo Road to allow for the procession of the Street Party and access to this event by members of the public Copenhagen Street; and (b) Copenhagen Street: westbound via Hemingford Road, Richmond Avenue, Caledonian Road to Copenhagen Street Diversion Route: (a) northbound traffic via Corinne Road and Celia Road: (b) southbound traffic via Brecknock Road and Corinne Road Dates:from 7.30am on 30 May 2009 until 4.00pm on 14 June 2009 for weekends only Dates: from 10am to 10pm on 20 June 2009 Caledonian Road Carriageway Resurfacing Effect: (a) prohibit vehicular traffic on Caledonian Road outside 240 to 162 Caledonian Road; and (b) prohibit vehicular traffic on westside Copenhagen Street at its junction with Caledonian Road Diversion Route: (a) Westside Copenhagen Street: eastbound via York Way, Brewery Road, Caledonian Road to Copenhagen Street; and (b) Westside Copenhagen Street: westbound via Caledonian Road, Brewery Road, York Way to Copenhagen Street Dates:from 7.30am on 7 June 2009 until 4.00pm on 21 June 2009 for weekends only Halton Road Water Main Repair Effect: prohibit vehicular traffic on Halton Road from Canonbury Road. However, access to premises on Halton Road will be maintained Diversion Route: (a) northbound traffic via Braes Street; and (b) southbound traffic via Braes Street Dates:(a) 7 May 2009 until 8 May 2009; and (b) 14 May 2009 until 15 May 2009 Hugo Road Special Events Effect:prohibit vehicular Killick Street Crane Operations Effect:(a) prohibit vehicular traffic on Killick Street between its junction with Collier Street and its junction with Pentonville Road; and (b) Introduce a point of “No Entry” into Killick Street from Pentonville Road Diversion Route: (a) northbound traffic via Northdown Street and Collier Street; and (b) southbound traffic via Collier Street, Northdown Street and Pentonville Road Dates:(a) phase 1: 6 May 2009 for one day only; and (b) phase 2: 13 May 2009 for one day only Lever Street New Gas Main Installation Effect: (a) prohibit vehicular traffic on Lever Street between its junction with Mora Street and its junction with Bath Street; (b) suspend “One Way” working in Lever Street its junction with Bath Street and its junction with Mora Street for access and egress only; and (c) suspend “No Entry” at Lever Street by Bath Street for access DiversionRoute: via Ironmonger Row, Dingley Road and City Road Dates: from 6 May 2009 until 29 May 2009 Northburgh Street New Water Supply Effect:prohibit vehicular traffic on Northburgh Street 18 www.islington.gov.uk PUBLIC NOTICES CONTACT ISLINGTON Contact Islington is the council’s telephone and customer service centre based on the ground floor of 222 Upper Street, N1. Contact Islington can help you with a range of services including housing advice and environmental queries. The service centre is open from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday (8.30am to 6pm on Wednesday only) for your face-to-face service needs. It also opens every fourth Saturday of the month, from 9am to 1pm (third Saturday if coinciding with Bank Holiday weekends). Phonelines are open from 8am to 8pm Monday to Friday, and 9am to 6pm every Saturday. Phone: 020 7527 2000 Email: [email protected] Minicom: 020 7527 1900 Fax: 020 7527 5001 Other useful contact numbers HFI Direct (repairs) 0800 694 3344 (minicom 0800 073 0536) [email protected] Partners (street properties repairs) 0800 587 3595 (Out of hours 0800 195 5255) [email protected] Report a Repair at www.partnersislington.net Islington Police 020 7704 1212 Report non-emergencies at www.online.police.uk NHSDirect 0845 46 47 www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk Local leisure centres Archway Leisure Centre 020 7281 4105 Cally Pool 020 7278 1890 Finsbury Leisure Centre 020 7253 2346 Highbury Pool 020 7704 2312 Ironmonger Row Baths 020 7253 4011 Islington Tennis Centre 020 7700 1370 Sobell Leisure Centre 020 7609 2166 www.aquaterra.org Contact your local councillor between Berry Street and Great Sutton street Diversion Route: (a) southbound traffic via Berry Street and Great Sutton Street; (b) sorthbound traffic via St. John Street, Compton Street, Goswell Road and Northburgh Street Dates:(a) phase 1: from 9 May 2009 until 10 May 2009; (b) phase 2: from 16 May 2009 until 17 May 2009; and (c) phase 3: from 23 May 2009 until 24 May 2009 Woodbridge Street Water Main Repairs Effect:prohibit vehicular traffic on Woodbridge Street outside No. 14 Diversion Route: via Sekforde Street, St. John Street and Skinner Street Dates: (a) phase 1: from 20 May 2009 until 21 May 2009; and (b) phase 2: from 27 May 2009 until 28 May 2009 Worship Street Crane Operation Effect: prohibit vehicular traffic on Worship Street outside nos. 28 and 30 Worship Street Diversion Route: (a) eastbound via Tabernacle Street, Epworth Street and Paul Street; and (b) westbound via Paul Street, Leonard Street and City Road Islington has 48 councillors. Councillors make decisions on council policy and spending. They are the people who know what’s going on in your local area, and are there for you to talk to about any problems you may have with council services. They can take up your case themselves or point you in the right direction to get more advice. Dates: (a) phase 1: 23 May 2009 for one day only; (b) phase 2: 30 May 2009 for one day only; and (c) phase 3: 6 June 2009 for one day only You can meet any of your ward councillors in person at one of their regular surgeries, write to them at the Town Hall, email or telephone them. Confirmed road closures For councillors’ contact details, to find out when they hold surgeries, and for details of your local Member of Parliament, Member of European Parliament and Greater London Authority representative, please call 020 7527 2000 or visit www.islington.gov.uk/councillors Albemarle Way Electrical Supply Cable Installation Effect: (a) prohibit vehicular traffic on Albemarle Way between Nos. 1 and 5 Albemarle Way; (b) suspend the “No Entry” at Albemarle Way at its junction with St. John Street; and (c) suspend the “One Way” working in Albemarle Way for access and egress only Diversion Route: via Clerkenwell Road and St. John Street North Road, City Road, East Road and Finbury Pavement to allow for the procession of the Lord Mayor’s Walk and access to this event by members of the public Diversion Route: via local signage Dates: from 10.30 am on 19 April 2009 to 19 April 2009 Dates: from 4 April 2009 until 14 April 2009 Monsell Road Special Events Caledonian Road Carriageway Resurfacing Effect: prohibit vehicular traffic on Monsell Road between St Thomas’s Road and Ambler Road Effect:(a) prohibit vehicular traffic on Caledonian Road outside 265 to 292 Caledonian Road; (b) prohibit vehicular traffic on Freeling Street at its junction with Caledonian Road; (c) prohibit vehicular traffic on Story Street at its junction with Caledonian Road; and (d) prohibit vehicular traffic on Bingfield Street at its junction with Caledonian Road Diversion Route: (a) eastbound traffic via St. Thomas’ Road and Plimsoll Road; (b) westbound traffic via Plimsoll Road and St. Thomas’ Road Dates: from 12 noon to 7pm on 4 May 2009 St. John Street Carriageway Resurfacing Diversion Route: (a) Freeling Street eastbound via Carnoustie Drive, Kember Street, Caledonian Road to Freeling Street. Westbound via Caledonian Road, Kember Street, Carnoustie Drive to Freeling Street; (b) Story Street eastbound via Carnoustie Drive, Kember Street, Caledonian Road to Story Street. Westbound via Caledonian Road, Kember Street, Carnoustie Drive to Story Street; and (c) Bingfield Street eastbound via Carnoustie Drive, Kember Street, Caledonian Road to Bingfield Road. Westbound via Caledonian Road, Kember Street, Carnoustie Drive to Bingfield Street Effect: prohibit vehicular traffic on St John Street between its junction with Skinner Street and its junction with Percival Street. However, access to premises on St John Street will be maintained Dates:from 2 May 2009 until 24 May 2009 Wharf Road Carriageway Resurafcing Highgate Hill and Other Roads Lord Mayor’s Walk Effect: prohibit vehicular traffic on Wharf Road between the southern arm of Baldwin Terrace to the southern entrance of Grand Junction Wharf Effect: prohibit vehicular traffic on side turnings between Whittington Hospital at Highgate Hill, borough boundary at New Diversion Route: (a) Skinner Street via Rosebery Avenue, Farringdon Road, Farringdon Lane, Clerkenwell Road, St John Street to Skinner Street; and (b) Percival Street via Goswell Road, Clerkenwell Road, St John Street to Percival Street Dates: from 7.30am on 25 April 2009 until 4.00pm on 17 May 2009 Diversion Route: (a) southbound via Rheidol 19 IslingtonNow May 2009 Terrace, Prebend Street and North Road; and (b) northbound via Graham Street, Danbury Street and Noel Road Dates: from 27 April 2009 until 4 May 2009 You can get more information about these proposed and made Orders from: Business Service, Public Realm, The Municipal Offices, 222 Upper Street, London, N1 1YA or by phoning our Public Realm Division on extension 020 7527 2000 Dated 29 April 2009 Bram Kainth Service Director for Public Realm LONDON BOROUGH OF ISLINGTON HIGHBURY HILL AND MAGDALA AVENUE THE ISLINGTON (WAITING AND LOADING RESTRICTION) (AMENDMENT NO. 12) ORDER 2009 THE ISLINGTON (PARKING PLACES) (ZONE K) (NO. 30) ORDER 2009 THE ISLINGTON (FREE PARKING PLACES) (SOLO MOTORCYCLES) (NO. 2) ORDER 2009 1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the London Borough of Islington on 27 April made the above mentioned Orders under Sections 6, 32, 45, 46, 63 and 124 of and Part IV of Schedule 9 to the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 as amended. 2. The general effect of these Orders will be to: (a) provide at any time loading restrictions in the lengths of street referred to in the Schedule to this Notice; and (b) make certain other changes to bring the Orders in line with the on street layout. 3. The Orders, which will come into force on 30 April 2009, and other documents giving more detailed particulars of the Orders are available for inspection during normal office hours until 10 June 2009 at the following location: as amended by the Local Government Act 1985. 2. The general effect of this Order would be to reduce vehicle speeds and therefore improve safety by introducing a 20 mph zone on Kelvin Road. Public Realm, 222 Upper Street, London N1 1YA 3. A copy of the proposed Order and other documents giving more detailed particulars of the Order are available for inspection during normal office hours until the end of six weeks from the date on which the Order is made or, as the case may be, the Council decides not to make the Order at the following location: Further information may be obtained by telephoning Public Realm on extension 020 7527 2000. 4. Any person Any person who desires to question the validity of any of the Orders or of any provision contained therein on the grounds that it is not within the relevant powers of the Road Traffic Regulation1 Act 1984 or that any of the relevant requirements thereof or of any relevant regulations made thereunder has not been complied with in relation to the Orders may make application for the purpose to the High Court by 10 June 2009. Dated 29 April 2009 Bram Kainth Service Director for Public Realm SCHEDULE MAGDALA AVENUE the north-west side, between the south-western kerb-line of Highgate Hill and a point 60 metres southwest of that kerb-line. the south-east side, between the south-western kerb-line of Highgate Hill and a point 36 metres south-west of that kerb-line. LONDON BOROUGH OF ISLINGTON KELVIN ROAD THE ISLINGTON (20MPH ZONE) (NO.*) ORDER 200* 1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that London Borough of Islington proposes to make the above mentioned Order under Part IV of Schedule 9 to the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Public Realm, The Municipal Offices, 222 Upper Street, London N1 1YA Further information may be obtained by telephoning Public Realm on extension 020 7527 8009. 4. Any person who wishes to object or to make other representations about the proposed Order should send a statement in writing, specifying the grounds on which they are made to Public Realm, The Municipal Offices, 222 Upper Street, London N1 1YA (quoting reference TMO/AO/2750), within the period of twenty one days from the date on which this Notice is published. Dated 29 April 2009 Bram Kainth Service Director for Public Realm LONDON BOROUGH OF ISLINGTON WYNYATT STREET PARKING AMENDMENTS AND RAISED TABLE THE ISLINGTON (WAITING AND LOADING RESTRICTION) (AMENDMENT NO. *) ORDER 200* THE ISLINGTON (PARKING PLACES) (ZONE A) ( REVOCATION NO. *) ORDER 200* THE ISLINGTON (PRESCRIBED ROUTES) (AMENDMENT NO. *) TRAFFIC ORDER 200* 1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the London Borough of Islington proposes to make the above mentioned Orders under Sections 6, 45, 46, 49 and 124 of and Part IV of Schedule 9 to the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 as amended, and to introduce a raised table in Wynyatt Street under Section 90 of the Highways Act 1980 as amended. 2. The general effect of the Orders would be in Wynyatt Street to: (a) provide at any time waiting restrictions in the lengths of street referred to in the Schedule to this Notice; (b) remove a shared-use (permit holders and 2-hour pay and display) parking for five vehicles from the southeast side, north-east of St. John Street; and (c) reverse the existing oneway working so that vehicles travelling between St. John Street and Earlstoke Street would be permitted to travel in a generally south-westerly direction only. 3. The general effect of the proposals under the Highways Act 1980 would be to introduce a raised table (2 x ramps having a length of approximately 2 metres, 1 x plateau having a length of approximately 26 metres, occupying the full width of the carriageway, and having a maximum height of 75 millimetres) in Wynyatt Street between the northeastern kerb-line of St. John Street and a point 30 metres north-east of that kerb-line. 4. A copy of the proposed Orders and other documents giving more detailed particulars of the Orders are available for inspection during normal office hours until the end of six weeks from the date on which the Orders are made or, as the case may be, the Council decides not to make the Orders at the following location: Public Realm, 222 Upper Street, London N1 1YA Further information may be obtained by telephoning Public Realm on extension 020 7527 2000. 5. Any person who wishes to object or to make other representations about any of the proposed Orders should send a statement in writing, specifying the grounds on which they are made to Public Realm, 222 Upper Street, London N1 1YA (quoting reference TMO/ Wynwatt Street Parking Amendments and Raised Table), within the period of twenty one days from the date on which this Notice is published. Dated 29 April 2009 Bram Kainth Service Director for Public Realm SCHEDULE WYNYATT STREET the north-west side, between a point 9 metres north-east of the northeastern kerb-line of St. John Street and a point 30 metres north-east of that kerb-line; the south-east side, between a point 8 metres north-east of the north-eastern kerbline of St. John Street and a point 65.5 metres southwest of the south-western kerb-line of Earlstoke Street. LONDON BOROUGH OF ISLINGTON CALEDONIAN ROAD PARKING, WAITING AND LOADING AMENDMENTS THE ISLINGTON (WAITING AND LOADING RESTRICTION) (AMENDMENT NO. *) ORDER 200* THE ISLINGTON (PARKING PLACES) (ZONE E) (NO. *) ORDER 200* THE ISLINGTON (PARKING PLACES) (ZONE S) (REVOCATION NO. *) ORDER 200* 1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN 20 www.islington.gov.uk that the Council of the London Borough of Islington proposes to make the above mentioned Orders under Sections 6, 45, 46, 49 and 124 of and Part IV of Schedule 9 to the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 as amended. 2. The general effect of the parking places Orders would be in Caledonian Road to: (a) remove a shared-use (permit holders and 2-hour pay and display) parking place on the west side, outside No. 195 Caledonian Road; and (b) relocate a shared-use (permit holders and 2-hour pay and display) parking place on the east side, outside Nos. 236 to 248 Caledonian Road so that it is sited 10 metres north of its existing location. This would result in the loss of shared-use (permit holders and pay and display) parking space for five vehicles. 3. The general effect of the waiting restriction Order would be in Caledonian Road, between Copenhagen Street and the northern boundary of No. 254 Caledonian Road, to change the provision of loading restrictions and of “at any time” waiting restrictions to those referred to in the Schedule to this Notice. 4. A copy of the proposed Orders and other documents giving more detailed particulars of the Orders are available for inspection during normal office hours until the end of six weeks from the date on which the Orders are made or, as the case may be, the Council decides not to make the Orders at the following location: Public Realm, 222 Upper Street, London N1 1YA Further information may be obtained by telephoning Public Realm on extension 020 7527 2000. PUBLIC NOTICES 5. Any person who wishes to object or to make other representations about any of the proposed Orders should send a statement in writing, specifying the grounds on which they are made to Public Realm, 222 Upper Street, London N1 1YA (quoting reference TMO/Caledonian Road Amendments), within the period of twenty one days from the date on which this Notice is published. boundary of Nos. 234 and 236 Caledonian Road. Dated 29 April 2009 Bram Kainth Service Director for Public Realm the east side, between a point 1 metre south of the common boundary of Nos. 234 and 236 Caledonian Road and a point 21.5 metres south of the southern kerb-line of Copenhagen Street. SCHEDULE No waiting “at any time” CALEDONIAN ROAD the west side, between a point 3 metres north-west of the north-western kerbline of Twyford Street and a point 1 metre north of a point opposite the party wall of Nos. 185 and 187 Caledonian Road. the east side, between a point 16 metres south-east of the common boundary of Nos. 258 and 260 Caledonian Road and a point 1.2 metres north-west of the common boundary of Nos. 250 and 252 Caledonian Road. the east side, between the common boundary of Nos. 238 and 240 Caledonian Road and a point 21.5 metres south of the southern kerb-line of Copenhagen Street. No loading Between 8 a.m. and 9.30 a.m. and between 4.30 p.m. and 6.30 p.m. on Mondays to Fridays inclusive. CALEDONIAN ROAD the west side, between a point 3 metres north of the northern kerb-line of Twyford Street and a point 32 metres south of the southern kerb-line of Twyford Street. the east side, between the common boundary of Nos. 238 and 240 Caledonian Road and a point 1 metre south of the common No loading Between 8 a.m. and 6.30 p.m. on Mondays to Saturdays inclusive. CALEDONIAN ROAD the west side, between a point 32 metres south of the southern kerb-line of Twyford Street and a point 1 metre north of a point opposite the party wall of Nos. 185 and 187 Caledonian Road. LONDON BOROUGH OF ISLINGTON CROSSLEY STREET, LOUGH ROAD AND SHERINGHAM ROAD THE ISLINGTON (WAITING AND LOADING RESTRICTION) (AMENDMENT NO. *) ORDER 200* THE ISLINGTON (PARKING PLACES) (ZONE N) (NO. *) ORDER 200* THE ISLINGTON (PROHIBITION OF STOPPING OUTSIDE SCHOOLS) (NO. *) ORDER 200* 1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the London Borough of Islington proposes to make the above mentioned Orders under Sections 6, 45, 46, 49 and 124 of and Part IV of Schedule 9 to the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 as amended. 2. The general effect of the parking places Order would be: space on the south-west side, outside No. 33 Lough Road; and (iv) remove a permit holders’ parking place on the northeast side, adjacent to No. 11 Sheringham Road; (b) in Sheringham Road to: (i) provide additional residents’ parking space on the north-west side, outside No. 32 Sheringham Road; (ii) remove residents’ parking space on the south-east side, adjacent to No. 33 Lough Road; and (iii) remove a permit holders’ parking place on the southeast side, outside No. 11 Sheringham Road; and (c) make certain other changes to bring the Order in line with the on-street layout. This would result in the loss of residents parking space for seven vehicles and permit holders parking space for four vehicles. 3. The general effect of the waiting restriction Order would be to provide “at any time” waiting restrictions in the lengths of street referred to in Schedule 1 to this Notice. 4. The general effect of prohibition of stopping outside schools Order would be to prohibit vehicles from stopping between 8 a.m. and 9.30 a.m. and between 3 p.m. and 4.30.p.m on Mondays to Fridays inclusive in the lengths of street referred to in Schedule 2 to this Notice. (ii) remove a residents’ parking place on the southwest side, outside Nos. 37, 39 and 41 Lough Road; 5. A copy of the proposed Orders and other documents giving more detailed particulars of the Orders are available for inspection during normal office hours until the end of six weeks from the date on which the Orders are made or, as the case may be, the Council decides not to make the Orders at the following location: (iii) remove residents’ parking Public Realm, 222 Upper (a) in Lough Road to: (i) provide a residents parking place on the northeast side, opposite Nos. 15 to 23 Lough Road; Street, London N1 1YA Further information may be obtained by telephoning Public Realm on extension 020 7527 2000. 6. Any person who wishes to object or to make other representations about any of the proposed Orders should send a statement in writing, specifying the grounds on which they are made to Public Realm, 222 Upper Street, London N1 1YA (quoting reference TMO/Crossley Street, Lough Road and Sheringham Road), within the period of twenty one days from the date on which this Notice is published. Dated 29 April 2009 Bram Kainth Service Director for Public Realm SCHEDULE 1 LOUGH ROAD the south-west side, between a point 10 metres north-west of a point opposite the southeastern wall of No. 37 Lough Road and a point 17 metres south-east of the northwestern boundary of No. 41 Lough Road. the south-west side, between a point 3 metres north-west of the common boundary of Nos. 31 and 33 Lough Road and that common boundary. the north-east side, between a point opposite the northwestern wall of No. 11 Sheringham Road and a point 14 metres south-east of the south-eastern kerb-line of Sheringham Road. the north-east side, between a point 10 metres northwest of the north-western kerb-line of Bride Street and a point 26.5 metres southeast of the south-eastern boundary of No. 3 Lough Road. SHERINGHAM ROAD the north-west side, between a point 18 metres north-east of a point opposite the northeastern wall of No. 2 Hides Street and a point 5 metres south-west of the southwestern kerb-line of Lough Road. 21 IslingtonNow May 2009 the south-east side, between a point 10 metres southwest of the north-eastern boundary of No. 33 Lough Road and a point 3 metres south-west of that boundary. be in St. John Street to: the south-east side, between a point 0.5 metres northeast of a point opposite the south-western wall of No. 11 Sheringham Road and a point 17 metres north-east of a point opposite that wall. (b) provide additional shareduse (permit holders and pay and display) parking space for one vehicle on the east side outside Nos. 320 and 322 St. John Street. SCHEDULE 2 SHERINGHAM ROAD / CROSSLEY STREET The south-east and southwest sides, from a point 23 metres north-east of the north-eastern kerb-line of Lough Road to a point 0.5 metres north-west of the north-western boundary of No. 53 Crossley Street. LOUGH ROAD The north-east side, from a point 1.2 metres north-west of the common boundary of Nos. 13 and 15 Lough Road to a point 30.3 metres south-east of that common boundary. LONDON BOROUGH OF ISLINGTON ST. JOHN STREET PARKING AMENDMENTS THE ISLINGTON (WAITING AND LOADING RESTRICTION) (AMENDMENT NO. *) ORDER 200* THE ISLINGTON (PARKING PLACES) (ZONE A) (NO. *) ORDER 200* 1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the London Borough of Islington proposes to make the above mentioned Orders under Sections 6, 45, 46, 49 and 124 of and Part IV of Schedule 9 to the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 as amended. 2. The general effect of the Waiting and Loading Restriction Order would be to provide “at any time” waiting restrictions in the lengths of street referred to in the Schedule to this Notice. 3. The general effect of the Parking Places Order would (a) remove residents’ parking space for one vehicle on the west side outside No. 353 St. John Street; and 4. A copy of the proposed Orders and other documents giving more detailed particulars of the Orders are available for inspection during normal office hours until the end of six weeks from the date on which the Orders are made or, as the case may be, the Council decides not to make the Orders at the following location: Public Realm, 222 Upper Street, London N1 1YA Further information may be obtained by telephoning Public Realm on extension 020 7527 2000. 5. Any person who wishes to object or to make other representations about either of the proposed Orders should send a statement in writing, specifying the grounds on which they are made to Public Realm, 222 Upper Street, London N1 1YA (quoting reference TMO/St. John Street Parking Amendments), within the period of twenty one days from the date on which this Notice is published. Dated 29 April 2009 Bram Kainth Service Director for Public Realm SCHEDULE ST. JOHN STREET the west side, between a point 2 metres south of a point opposite the party wall of Nos. 359 and 361 St. John Street and a point 1 metre south of a point opposite the party wall of Nos. 351 and 353 St. John Street. the east side, between the common boundary of Nos. 330 and 332 St. John Street and a point 0.5 metres north of a point opposite the party wall of Nos. 320 and 322 St. John Street. LONDON BOROUGH OF ISLINGTON VARIOUS ROADS PARKING AMENDMENTS THE ISLINGTON (PARKING PLACES) (ZONE B) (NO. *) ORDER 200* THE ISLINGTON (PARKING PLACES) (ZONE E) (NO. *) ORDER 200* THE ISLINGTON (PARKING PLACES) (ZONE H) (NO. *) ORDER 200* THE ISLINGTON (PARKING PLACES) (ZONE L) (NO. *) ORDER 200* THE ISLINGTON (PARKING PLACES) (ZONE N) (NO. *) ORDER 200* THE ISLINGTON (PARKING PLACES) (ZONE P) (NO. *) ORDER 200* THE ISLINGTON (PARKING PLACES) (ZONE Q) (NO. *) ORDER 200* THE ISLINGTON (PARKING PLACES) (ZONE TW) (REVOCATION NO. *) ORDER 200* THE ISLINGTON (PARKING PLACES) (ZONE Z) (NO. *) ORDER 200* THE ISLINGTON (FREE PARKING PLACES) (DISABLED PERSONS) (REVOCATION NO. *) ORDER 200* THE ISLINGTON (FREE PARKING PLACES) (DISABLED PERSONS) (DEDICATED PERMIT PARKING PLACES) (REVOCATION NO. *) ORDER 200* THE ISLINGTON (FREE PARKING PLACES) (SOLO MOTORCYCLES) (NO. *) ORDER 200* THE ISLINGTON (WAITING AND LOADING RESTRICTION) (AMENDMENT NO. *) ORDER 200* 1. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Council of the London Borough of Islington proposes to make the above mentioned Orders under Sections 6, 45, 46, 49 and 124 of and Part IV of Schedule 9 to the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 as amended. 2. The general effect of the Motorcycle Parking Places Order would be: (a) in Grantbridge Street to provide a motorcycle parking place on the south-east side, adjacent to No. 18 St. Peter’s Street; (b) in Halliford Street to relocate a motorcycle parking place on the south-west side, adjacent to No. 290 Essex Road, (c) in Sebbon Street to provide a motorcycle parking place on the north-east side, outside the community centre, and (d) to make certain other changes to bring Islington Council’s Motorcycle Parking Places Orders in line with the on-street layout. 3. The general effect of the other Parking Places Orders would be: (a) in Calabria Road, to remove a disabled persons’ parking place and provide additional residents’ parking space for one vehicle on the south-west side, outside No. 14 Calabria Road; (b) in Chantry Street to provide additional residents’ parking space for three vehicles on the north-east side opposite No. 29 Chantry Street; (c) in Cheverton Road to provide additional residents’ parking space for one vehicle on the south-east side outside No. 32a Cheverton Road; (d) in Ellington Street to provide additional residents’ parking space for a total of five vehicles; (i) on the north-west side, opposite Nos. 9, 11 and 13 Ellington Street; and (ii) on the south-east side, outside No. 27 Ellington Street and outside Nos. 37, 39 and 41 Ellington Street; (e) in Grantbridge Street to provide additional residents’ parking space for five vehicles on the northwest side, outside Nos. 9 and 11 Grantbridge Street and outside Nos. 25 to 29 Grantbridge Street; (f) in Halliford Street to: (i) relocate a residents’ parking place on the southwest side, adjacent to No. 290 Essex Road; (ii) provide a business permits parking place for four vehicles on the south-west side, adjacent to No. 290 Essex Road and outside No. 66 Halliford Street; and (iii) remove a shared use (permits and pay and display) parking place for four vehicles and provide a shared use (business permits and pay and display) parking place for four vehicles on the south-west side near its junction with Ecclesbourne Road; (g) in Highbury New Park to provide additional permit holders parking space for six vehicles on the west side outside Nos. 135 and 137 Highbury New Park; (h) in Highbury Station Road, to remove a dedicated disabled persons’ parking place and provide additional residents’ parking space for one vehicle on the south-east side, outside Nos. 137 to 147 Highbury Station Road; (i) in Hornsey Street to remove shared-use (residents’ and pay and display) parking space for three vehicles on the northwest side, approximately 70 metres south-west of Holloway Road; (j) in Marlborough Road to remove a business permits parking place for one vehicle on the south-east side outside Nos. 157 to 163 Marlborough Road; (k) in Monsell Road to: (i) provide additional shareduse (permit holders and pay and display) parking space on the south-east side outside St. Thomas’s Church; (ii) remove a disabled persons’ parking place and provide additional residents’ parking space for one vehicle on the south-east side, outside No. 11 Monsell Road; (l) in Northampton Park to split in two and shorten by one vehicle space a residents’ parking place on the southeast side outside No. 11 Northampton Park; (m) in Northolme Road to provide additional residents’ parking space for one vehicle on the north-east side opposite No. 42 Northolme Road; (n) in Sheringham Road to extend the maximum duration of waiting whilst displaying a pay and display ticket to four hours in the shared use parking place on the north-west side, opposite 22 www.islington.gov.uk Crossley Street; (o) in Raleigh Street to remove residents’ parking space for three vehicles and provide three metres of additional pay and display parking space on the southeast side opposite Queen’s Head Street; (p) in Windermere Road to provide three metres of additional shared-use (permit holders and pay and display) parking space on the northwest side adjacent to Nos. 681 to 689 Holloway Road; and (q) to make certain other changes to bring the parking places consolidation Orders in line with the on-street layout. 4. The general effect of the Waiting and Loading Restriction Order would be to: (a) provide “at any time” waiting restrictions in the lengths of street referred to in the Schedule to this Notice; (b) remove any existing “at any time” waiting restrictions, providing “controlled hours only” waiting restrictions, in the locations referred to in paragraphs 2 and 3 above; and (c) make certain other changes to bring the waiting and loading consolidation Order in line with the onstreet layout. 5. A copy of the proposed Orders and other documents giving more detailed particulars of the Orders are available for inspection during normal office hours until the end of six weeks from the date on which the Orders are made or, as the case may be, the Council decides not to make the Orders at the following location: Public Realm, 222 Upper Street, London N1 1YA Further information may be obtained by telephoning Public Realm on extension 020 7527 2000. 6. Any person who wishes to object or to make other representations about any of the proposed Orders should send a statement in writing, specifying the grounds on which they are made to Public Realm, 222 Upper Street, PUBLIC NOTICES London N1 1YA (quoting reference TMO/Individual Parking Assessments), within the period of twenty one days from the date on which this Notice is published. Dated 29 April 2009 Bram Kainth Service Director for Public Realm SCHEDULE (provision of “at any time” waiting restrictions) CALEDONIAN ROAD both sides, between the south-eastern kerb-line of North Road and the southeastern kerb-line of Cottage Road HORNSEY STREET the north-west side, between a point 65 metres southwest of the south-western kerb-line of Holloway Road and a point 83 metres southwest of that kerb-line. MARLBOROUGH ROAD the south-east side, between a point 7 metres northeast of the north-eastern boundary of No. 155 Marlborough Road and a point 13.5 metres north-east of that boundary LONDON BOROUGH OF ISLINGTON LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCE ACT 1992 COUNCIL TAX 2009/10 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT on 26th February 2009, the Council of the London Borough of Islington set the following amounts of Council Tax for the categories of dwelling in the borough shown in the table below for the period 1 April 2009 to 31 March 2010. The Council also set a garden levy as an addition to the Council Tax upon properties in Lloyd Square W.C.1 for the same period. Mike Curtis Director of Finance 7, Newington Barrow Way London N7 7EP WINDERMERE ROAD the north-west side, between a point 34.5 metres southwest of a point opposite the north-eastern wall of Nos. 681 to 689 Holloway Road and a point 40.5 metres south-west of a point opposite that wall. MARRIAGES AND CIVIL PARTNERSHIPS (APPROVED PREMISES) REGULATIONS 2005 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR PREMISES TO BE APPROVED AS A VENUE FOR CIVIL MARRIAGES AND CIVIL PARTNERSHIPS Islington Council is applying for The Council Chamber, Room 99 and Mayors Parlour, in Islington Town Hall, Upper Street, N1 2UD under the above Act to be approved as premises where civil marriages and civil partnerships may take place. The Marriages and Civil Partnerships (approved Premises) Regulations 2005 state that premises can be approved by the Council if in their opinion and amongst other things: i) they are seemly, dignified and regularly available for ceremonies; ii) they have adequate fire precautions, other appropriate safety precautions; iii) they have no recent, or continuing connection with any religion, which is incompatible with the use of the premises as a venue for such ceremonies. Full details of these conditions can be obtained from: The Proper Officer for Registration of Births, Deaths and Marriages, Town Hall, Upper Street, London N1 2UD. Any person wishing to see the application made and plans of the premises may do so at the Town Hall during normal office hours. Have your say on the draft planning brief for the Gifford Street Railway Embankment / 351 Caledonian Road site The Council has prepared a draft planning brief to inform local residents, potential purchasers and developers about future acceptable uses of this site. It will be used to inform future planning applications. Public consultation will run from 11 May to 5 June 2009, with an exhibition on display at West Library, Bridgeman Road throughout that time. Please come to West Library to discuss the draft planning brief with Council representatives at the following drop-in sessions: Any person wishing to object to the application may only do so if the premises do not comply with the conditions required by these Regulations. Tuesday 19 May 4.00pm-7.00pm Saturday 30 May 10am – 1pm Thursday 4 June 1.30pm – 4.30pm Objections must be made in writing to the Proper Officer at the address above, and must be received within twenty one days of the date of this publication. Dated 1st May 2009 If you would like a copy of the consultation leaflet and/ or planning brief please call 020 7527 2000 or look at the website http://www. islington.gov.uk/Environment/ Planning/MajorSchemes/ Valuation Bands A GLA + Council Amount + Lloyd Square 2009-10 £ GLA + Council Amount 2009-10 1,028.29 847.80 B 1,199.67 989.09 C 1,371.06 1,130.40 D 1,542.43 1,271.69 E 1,885.19 1,554.29 F 2,227.96 1,836.89 G 2,570.72 2,119.49 H 3,084.86 2,543.38 £ Arsenal matches at Emirates Stadium As always, up-to-date Arsenal news and developments can be found on the club’s official website www.arsenal.com. Arsenal is also offering Islington residents a dedicated e-mail service to communicate fixture changes, road closures, events at Emirates Stadium and important tube/travel information. To register, send a blank email to [email protected] and you will immediately be added to the Club’s Residents’ email list. You can also find information on events at Emirates Stadium on the new Arsenal FC match day and event information line on 0844 931 22 11. Calls cost 3p per minute from a landline. Mobile and other providers’ charges may vary. Arsenal Fixtures at Emirates Stadium during May 2009 Should Arsenal progress in UEFA Champions League against Villarreal on Wednesday 15 April, Arsenal will play at Emirates Stadium in the competition on Tuesday 5 May against either Manchester United or FC Porto. Sun 10 May 2009 – 4.00pm Chelsea (Premier League) Sun 24 May 2009 – 3.00pm Stoke City (Premier League*) *Please note that this fixture is subject to change Important information for Local Residents Charity Concert at Emirates Stadium Sun 7 June 2009 Emirates Stadium will be hosting a music concert in aid of charity on Sunday 7 June, 2009 between 4pm and 10pm. The event will be staged within the strict controls of the premises licence for Emirates Stadium and, as always, we will endeavour to minimise the disruption to the local community. Confirmation of the event and further details will feature on Arsenal.com in the near future. If you have further queries at this stage, please call the Arsenal Football Club Contact Centre on 020 7619 5000, or the Islington Council Licensing Team on 020 7527 3031. Pupils from Rotherfield Primary School Leonard Orban, Jim Knight MP, Arsène Wenger and Dr Lid King all lined up for the perform a Spanish song at the launch event event at Emirates Stadium with Drayton Park School pupils A rsenal is delighted to have a regular spot in IslingtonNow which keeps residents up to date with all the Club’s latest initiatives. This regular feature keeps local residents informed of events and issues surrounding Arsenal and Emirates Stadium such as fixtures, road closures and transport updates. This month we’re letting you know about Arsenal in the Community’s exciting Double Club developments. Arsenal Football Club Launches Innovative Language Scheme for Primary School Children. Arsenal’s Manager, Arsène Wenger, recently joined leading education and language figures to launch the Arsenal Double Club Language Modules for Primary Schools, in anticipation of the Government’s policy to make modern foreign language learning a compulsory part of the national curriculum for children from the age of seven to 11 in 2011. Schools Minister, Jim Knight, Leonard Orban, European Commissioner for Multilingualism and Dr Lid King, National Director for Languages all lined up for the event at Emirates Stadium in April. The Arsenal Double Club is an innovative programme which uses Arsenal resources, interactive DVDs with Arsenal players and football to make learning fun and relevant to young people’s interests. It is uniquely devised and co-ordinated by the Club’s 24-year-old ‘Arsenal in the Community’ department and has a wide array of curriculum subjects amongst its portfolio. The scheme follows the format of a 45minute classroom session followed by a 45-minute football coaching session – mirroring the two halves of ‘the beautiful game’. The Arsenal Double Club Language Modules for primary schools - which include German, French and Spanish - have been piloted in schools around Arsenal’s north London home over the past 17 months following the success of the secondary schools scheme which has been running since 2006. All modules have been developed in consultation with language partners; the Consejería de Educacíon, Institut Français, Goethe-Institut London, UKGerman Connection and European Commission, who all offer expertise and advice in the field of language learning and promotion. The Department for Children, Schools and Families has funded a two-year secondment to Arsenal Double Club to develop the modern foreign language modules with a long-term view of rolling out the scheme across other Premier League Clubs, as well as other football and sporting clubs nationwide. Speaking at the launch, Arsenal’s Manager and polyglot, Arsène Wenger said: “Speaking another language can completely change your life. This is why it is so important to learn at an early age. I am so proud that Arsenal is involved in this scheme – it makes perfect sense as we have such a multicultural team who can help motivate young people for this challenge. “Languages are so important for so many reasons. The fact that I learnt languages allowed me to be where I wanted to be – in English football. If you want to achieve your dreams, you can do it and languages can certainly help you get there.” Jim Knight, Minister of State for Schools and Learners at the Department for Children Schools and Families, added: “The Government is keen to explore ways of raising standards across the curriculum. Using football related resources in an innovative and engaging way to teach languages in the classroom helps us to do just that. “Football is watched in countries all over the world – and you just have to look at the squads of all the top teams to see how important it is to be able to communicate in different languages. Being an Arsenal fan, and a French speaker, I’m really pleased to launch the Double Club Primary Languages programme. We hope that the in-school Double Club will mirror the benefits of the Government’s Playing for Success programme of after-school study support which is already having a significant impact across the country.” Q&A sessions on DVDs with Arsène Wenger in German, French International, Bacary Sagna and Spanish goalkeeper, Manuel Almunia, are used in the classroom alongside Arsenal resources to engage the young children using a different approach. Two Islington schools participating in French and Spanish Double Clubs have also benefited from visits from participating players so far this season. All pupils are invited to Emirates Stadium for a tour upon completion of the six-to-eight week module and other incentives are offered throughout the scheme. The initiative has been recognised by some high profile figures and institutions. During a visit to the Gunners’ north London home for an historic Anglo-French Summit, the work of the French Arsenal Double Club was showcased for British Prime Minister Gordon Brown and French President Nicolas Sarkozy. It has also been hailed by the European Commissioner for MultiLingualism, Leonard Orban and last July, CILT, the National Centre for Languages and the Government’s recognised centre of expertise on languages, awarded the Arsenal Double Club the European Award for Languages. There are a wide variety of modules included in the Arsenal Double Club scheme including numeracy, literacy, science, geography, business studies, French, German and Spanish. To date, Arsenal’s Double Club Language programmes have been successfully completed by more than 2000 pupils in over 134 schools. For further information on the Arsenal Double Club Languages Modules, please contact Julie Stoker via email: jstoker@arsenal. co.uk or call 020 7704 4148. 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