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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.

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Recycling and rubbish container guide

Which containers to use for your recycling and rubbish.

  1. Clear bags for mixed recycling
  2. Communal bins
  3. Green boxes for mixed recycling
  4. Food waste recycling containers
  1. Garden waste recycling bags
  2. Wheelie bins
  3. Compost bins

Green boxes for mixed recycling

Due to very high demand there is a delay in delivery of green boxes. Please bear with us and do not re-order as duplicate orders delay the system. We will deliver as soon as possible and your order will stay open until delivered. In the meantime our Libraries have supplies of clear recycling bags.

If you live in a house or converted flat, you will have green boxes for your mixed recycling.

The quickest and easiest way to request containers or bags is by logging into or signing up for a My Islington account.

Request bags

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