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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.

Find your nearest polling station.

Bicycle

Try Before You Bike

Affordable bike and accessories purchase scheme with free cycle skills sessions to get you started

If you are thinking of starting to cycle, try a bike from £30 per month.

The Try Before You Bike scheme allows anyone who lives, works or studies in the borough to try out a new or nearly new bike for a monthly fee. Just choose your bike and accessories using the helpful online tools, the bike gets delivered and you will be given a free cycle skills session to get you started.

  • Pay the monthly fee until you have fully bought the bike or return it at any stage
  • Pay a monthly fee from £10 for a children’s bike, £30 for a standard hybrid bike or folding bike, £75 for an adaptive bike and and £200 for an electric cargo bike
  • You can return your bike any time after one month
  • A fully fitted bike including accessories will be delivered to your home or work
  • You will be given information on how to book your free two-hour cycle skills session on delivery
  • You will also have a dedicated cycle mentor for on-going support and advice
  • You can chose from a wide range of bikes
  • Comprehensive insurance and maintenance packages are available
  • Easy to use online order system

Sign up with Peddle My Wheels who run the programme on behalf of Islington Council.

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