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Stay safe in very hot weather

Very hot weather is expected for the next few days. A red heat-health alert (the highest level) is in place for London on Wednesday and Thursday.  

Hot weather can be dangerous and can cause serious illness. Stay safe and look out for others who may be particularly vulnerable to the heat. Read advice on GOV.UK

Cool spaces

There are local cool spaces that are free and open to everyone. Visit them to rest, drink water and stay cool. Find a cool space near you

Access Islington hubs 

North and South Access Islington hubs are closed due to the hot weather. The Central Hub is open for urgent, in-person support, until 4pm today (Wednesday 24 June) but avoid travelling unless it is essential. 

You can still access our services online and you can call us on 020 7527 2000 if you need to speak to someone. 

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Library services for Ukrainian refugees

How to get the most out of libraries.

Public libraries are a safe and welcoming place for everyone. You can use them to find help and information about local services, to borrow books, and to use computers for free. You will find kind and caring staff at libraries who will be on hand to help you.

You can find out where your nearest library is on the GOV.UK website. This will take you to your nearest library which will have its own website and information about their services and opening times.

Libraries offer online services which can be accessed from computers or mobile devices, away from the library building. Visit the local library in your area to request a library card and you will be given information on how to find:

  • Books, audiobooks, ebooks
  • eMagazines and eComics, and eNewspapers
  • Films and music
  • Information about online learning
  • Computers and printing facilities
  • Wi-Fi access for those with devices already.

Libraries can also provide support for people who need help with computer and internet skills, and those who have access needs such as vision and print impairments.

At the library you will find comfortable seating and a place to relax, and a range of free activities including:

  • family activities for babies and children under five
  • activities for school-aged children and young people
  • reading groups
  • cultural and social activities.

Library staff can also signpost users to information and / or organisations about:

  • how to access free NHS healthcare
  • education, schools and support for children and families
  • housing
  • Universal Credit
  • support for finding employment
  • information about citizenship
  • English language lessons
  • bereavement support.

Reading materials are available in languages other than English including eNewspapers from over 100 countries. Translation and audio software can help library users access reading in the language they need.

Islington Libraries have purchased a collection of books in Ukrainian that we hope you are able to make use of. The books include a collection of fiction books for adults as well as several children’s books. You can find out more on our library webpages.

You can also download a free app provided by Odilo where you can find thousands of free Ukrainian eBooks and audiobooks. These have been designed to help support Ukrainians with a range of free reading, listening, learning and entertainment for both children and adults.

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