Councillor Heather Staff

Homes and Communities Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 18th December, 2025 7.30 pm

The Homes and Communities Scrutiny Committee met to discuss a range of housing-related topics, including a review of the Independent Housing Intensive Support (IHIS) service, the Housing Allocation Scheme, and Tenant Management Organisations (TMOs). The committee also received updates on asbestos management, complaints handling, and progress on the You Said, We Did initiative. The committee agreed to note the work programme for 2025/2026.

Corporate Resources and Economy Scrutiny Committee - Thursday, 11th December, 2025 7.30 pm

The Corporate Resources and Economy Scrutiny Committee is scheduled to meet to discuss the Inclusive Economy and Jobs Annual Report 2024-25, and to receive an update on the Cost of Living Crisis Scrutiny Review. The committee will also review its forward plan and work programme.

Council - Thursday, 4th December, 2025 7.30 pm

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

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

In a special meeting, Islington Council awarded David John Dade the Freedom of the Borough in recognition of his extensive voluntary work with the Islington Poppy Appeal. Councillors praised Dade's dedication to veterans and the community, highlighting his fundraising efforts and support for those in need. The motion was moved by Councillor Una O'Halloran, Leader of the Council, seconded by Councillor Santiago Bell-Bradford (Deputy Leader and Executive Member for Inclusive Economy, Culture & Jobs), and passed unanimously.

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

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