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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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Crane licence

A crane licence permits a mobile crane or aerial platform to operate on the public highway.

Cranes are not permitted on the highway until a licence has been agreed and issued. The aim of licensing is to balance the needs of businesses and residents with the public expectation of an unobstructed footway.

How to apply

You should apply at least 10 working days in advance to give us enough time to process the licence and ensure the co-ordination of works. Make sure you include the correct documentation or we cannot process the licence.

To apply, complete the crane online application form. As part of the application, you must provide:

  • a complete description and extent of works carried out on site
  • estimated dates the licence is required
  • confirmation that you hold a public liability policy in for the sum of £25 million for a tower crane and £10 million for a mobile crane
  • dates that you require the licence for
  • a traffic management plan, where traffic flow will be affected during the erection of the crane, while in operation and when the crane is being removed, if applicable
  • a pedestrian management plan where pedestrians will be affected during the erection of the crane, while in operation and when the crane is being removed, if applicable

If the street needs to be closed for the purpose of the works you must apply for a road closure. Applications will take approximately six weeks. This lead in time will increase for strategic routes up to 8 to 12 weeks. For all road closure applications email streetworks@islington.gov.uk.

Fees and payment

The licence fee is £571. If your application is approved online payment instructions will be emailed to the applicant. Upon receipt of your online payment, we will issue the licence documents by email.

If traffic flow will be affected, you are also responsible for the provision and costs of traffic management and traffic signs on all affected roads, including any diversionary routes.

Amendment request(s) after licence have been issued would incur additional charges. 

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