Islington councillors have signed off a new budget package centred on safer streets, cleaner neighbourhoods and fresh investment in council housing.
Approved on Thursday 26 February, the 2026/27 Budget includes a £5m “Making it Happen” fund designed to deliver visible improvements across the borough – from tackling anti-social behaviour to upgrading parks and play areas and boosting street cleanliness.
The new fund sits within a broader spending programme aimed at reducing inequality and supporting residents through rising costs.
Major housing investment
Housing dominates the figures. A total of £324m will be added to investment in existing council homes, focused on maintaining and improving properties so residents have secure, safe housing.
Alongside this, more than £58m is earmarked to purchase new council homes, with the aim of increasing supply and ensuring homes go to those in greatest need.
Support for low-income households
The council has also committed to maintaining one of the most generous Council Tax Support schemes in the country. Around £28m will be allocated to the scheme, with an estimated 24,500 households – roughly one in five in Islington – expected to benefit.
Cllr Flora Williamson, Executive Member for Finance and Performance, said the budget was designed to reflect residents’ priorities.
“We’re focused on turning residents’ priorities into action, to help create the more equal Islington that we all want to see,” she said. “This Budget delivers real, tangible improvements that people will see and feel – safer streets, better shared spaces, and support that helps families through tough times.”
Further details on the 2026/27 Budget are available on the council’s website.
