Madison James

I am a Newspaper Journalism student at City, University of London, and a graduate in Politics and French from the University of Bristol. With six years of experience in media and a commitment to solutions-based, impactful storytelling, I have previously written for publications such as Marlborough News, Freshered, Her Campus, Epigram and Empoword. My interests are varied, but I mainly specialise in stories related to politics and culture.

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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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Number 19 bus route turns vintage 

History is back in the town - hop on the 1930s bus 19.

David Nicholls in Conversation with Islington Now: “It’s hard not doing something you love” 

Author David Nicholls on the anxiety that comes with finding your calling.  As a writer whose work is known as much for its comedic prowess...

Islington Council launches proposal to stop locking parks

Islington Council has launched a proposal to stop locking park gates at night in a bid to save money.  Of the 122 parks and open...

Liverpool Road residents say LTN will make ‘dangerous’ traffic worse

The problem of Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs) funnelling traffic into Islington’s residential streets has resulted in “off the scale” congestion on Liverpool Road in Barnsbury, according to locals.  

Female survivors of violence feel “safer” thanks to council strategy

More survivors of female violence in Islington are supported and feel safer as a result of the council’s strategy.

Barnsbury restaurant owners fear road restriction will be ‘bad for business’

Small business owners are criticising the liveable neighborhood scheme in Barnsbury as the project restricts traffic and can cause businesses to lose money.   “The council doesn’t care”   Mehmet...

Cally revamp underway