Luke O'Connell

Luke O'Connell - reporter for Laycock. Former Editor in Chief of University College Cork's Political Magazine, Polity.

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Cally revamp underway

Story Street to be pedestrianised in plans to make the Cally Islington's second liveable neighbourhood

Local grocery shop provides a greener way to shop

Refill Therapy, an Islington grocery shop, aims to reduce food waste by stocking ethically sourced refillable food.

“My brand is who I am”: In conversation with Tiana Esparon

The fashion brand owner talks sustainability, womanhood and showing personality through crochet

Domestic abuse rises by 20 per cent in Islington

Finsbury Park had the highest number of reported offences in Islington between February 2025 and February 2026, totalling 244.

Hundreds of households in Islington saved from homelessness this year

Islington ranks in the top 5 per cent for addressing homelessness across England.

Behind the artistic collective aiming to revive Islington’s radical history

Amy Rushton takes us through Cubitt Community Collective, a volunteer-led independent press gallery aiming to revive the radical history of Islington, who are currently working on their next issue.
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Islington comedy club awarded best venue in London

Popular comedy club in Angel, The Bill Murray, has won Best Venue in London, cementing its status as a powerhouse in the capital’s comedy scene.  

A novice’s guide to Guinness in Islington 

Here is the full guide to find the greatest Guinness in Islington.

Campaigners call on council to tackle shortage of accessible toilets  

A campaign group has called on Islington Council to tackle the shortage of accessible public toilets in the borough.

Teaching the council a lesson: Outrage over decision to close two schools

Striking teachers have accused the council of “destroying the futures” of children by closing two local schools. A retro double-decker bus filled with striking...

TfL considers age and speed limit changes for e-scooters

The age limit for e-scooter riders could fall from 18 to 16, according to a London Councils report, if they have a provisional driving...

Cally revamp underway