Elections on 2 May

Elections for the next Mayor of London and London Assembly members, as well as the by-election for Hillrise ward, will take place on Thursday 2 May.

You must now show photo ID when you vote at polling stations. See a full list of accepted forms of ID. You can also apply for a free Voter Authority Certificate in place of photo ID. The deadline to apply for this is 5pm, Wednesday 24 April.

Support for non-UK nationals

We have a long history of welcoming and supporting people to the borough.
See what support is available to assist non-UK nationals.

Islington Welcomes

Our Islington Welcomes strategy sets out how we will become a more welcoming Islington in which all residents thrive
How you can help refugees and migrants

Find out how you can help refugees and migrants, including those fleeing conflict in Ukraine and Afghanistan.
No recourse to public funds (NRPF)

Information for people who are facing difficulties because of having no access to public funds (i.e. welfare benefits).
Local refugee and migrant services

Information on refugee and migrant services in Islington and accessing immigration advice
Borough of Sanctuary

Islington is a place that welcomes everyone and we recognise and value the contribution of refugees, migrants and those seeking sanctuary to the Borough of Islington.
EU Citizens

Find out more about the EU Settlement Scheme and what support is available to help you continue to live and work here.
Advice on immigration status

For members of the ‘Windrush Generation’ and others worried about their immigration status in the UK
Refugee resettlement

Information on refugee resettlement pathways, including council-led programmes and community-led sponsorship
Information for Ukrainian refugees

Help and support for anyone arriving or living in Islington from Ukraine