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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 until Friday.  

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 on Thursday and Friday 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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Warm community spaces

Warm community spaces are open across the borough where residents can go during the day to keep warm as the weather gets colder.

If you are struggling with your energy bills, you might not be keep your heating on as much as you usually would at this time of the year.

To help, the council is offering free, non-judgemental spaces at local libraries during their opening hours. You can go to stay warm, maybe enjoy some company and a hot drink.

Find a warm space

Libraries in Islington are warm spaces you can go to during their opening hours. Select your local library for opening hours, contact details and information about facilities:

Tell us about your warm space

If you have opened a warm community space and would like to be listed, or if you would like to open a warm space, please email partnerships@islington.gov.uk.

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