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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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Get free support to switch to sustainable transport

Switching to cargo bikes for deliveries and services, could save money and improve reliability for your business or organisation. We’re offering free support to help you make the switch.

What you can get

Through the CargoShift Islington programme, you can get free advice and support to help your business or organisation start using cargo bikes for journeys that currently use motor vehicles.

This might mean purchasing your own cargo bike, using Islington’s shared use cargo bikes OurBikes, or switching to service providers who use cargo bikes.

Learn about the benefits of switching to cargo bikes.

How it works

  1. We’ll chat about your business needs and what you want to deliver or receive, or what service you provide.
  2. Then we will work with you to understand what you could safely and efficiently deliver by cargo bike, or what services you could switch to which use cargo bikes.
  3. We will help you to choose a suitable style of cargo bike model or recommend a new courier company (or servicing supplier) that uses cargo bikes.
  4. We will provide you with bespoke advice based on your business needs.
  5. We will help you receive the marketing credit you deserve and promote your business's commitment to sustainability on our social media channels.

Who it's for

Any business or organisation in Islington can get support.

How to get support

Email BusinessSupport@islington.gov.uk with 'CargoShift' in the subject line. Please include your:

  • business name
  • business address
  • contact details
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