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‘COVID-19 Secure’ Guidance for gyms and leisure facilities by UK Active
21 July 2020 – Last week the Prime Minister announced that the Govt intended to allow indoor gyms and sports facilities in England to re-open from Saturday 25 July. In line with last week’s announcement, the Govt published top-line guidance for…
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‘Eat Out to Help Out’ venues in the Angel ???
31 July – The ‘Eat Out to Help Out’ Scheme starts on Monday 3 August and businesses across the Angel have registered to take part. From authentic Spanish flavours at Meson Callejon to top quality Japanese dining at Zen Mondo,…
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‘Recovery Ready’ online hub for small businesses
The FSB has launched a new online resource for small businesses The resource is a ‘Recovery Ready’ hub which highlights the following support: Moving on from COVID-19, how to make new business contacts, managing your cash flow and being ready for the unexpected. The Hub contains free downloads. To…
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#BUSINESSBOOSTER – Calling on the Government to support retail, hospitality and leisure businesses
21 December 2021 – angel.london is officially supporting a national campaign being led by Croydon BID calling on the Govt. to provide financial support to retail, hospitality and leisure businesses which are facing a significant loss of trade as a result…
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£1.2m grant for new anti-apartheid education centre near Angel
The development of the UK’s first centre dedicated to raising awareness about the struggle against apartheid has reached a significant milestone after securing a National Lottery grant. Charity the Liliesleaf Trust UK plans to transform 28 Penton Street – the…
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Advance Notice – partial closure of Northern Line Bank branch from Jan to May 2022
A section of the Northern Line Bank branch between Kennington and Moorgate will be closed from 15 January to mid May 2022. The closure is required to facilitate tunnel works related to the upgrade of the Bank station. Angel Station will remain open throughout the works, although…
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Advance Notice: Closure of Chapel Market – Monday 5 August
To facilitate resurfacing works and repainting of market stall pitches, Chapel Market (from the junction of Liverpool Road to Penton Street) will be closed to all vehicles on Monday 5 August. The road closure will be in place from 07.00hrs…
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Advance Notice: Closure of Liverpool Road – Mon 21 and Tues 22 July
To facilitate the installation of a new mains water connection, on Monday 21st and Tuesday 22nd July Liverpool Road will be closed between the junction of Chapel Market and Tolpuddle Street. Traffic diversions will be in place during the closure period.
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African and Caribbean vendors sought for fire station open day
Islington Fire Station is looking for African and Caribbean businesses to be a part of its open day in October as part of Black History Month. Black History Month, which celebrates the contribution of black people to British society, this year…
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All the new businesses in the Angel
From bars, restaurants and coffee shops to art galleries and independent retailers, the Angel town centre is alive with new businesses that have opened in recent months. Check out all the new venues by clicking on the link below: https://mailchi.mp/16c518358e86/latest-news-from-angellondon-4883825
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Angel BID Renewal 2022-27 – Declaration of Result
21 October 2021 Civica Election Services (formerly Electoral Reform Services), the independent body appointed by Islington Council to administer the ballot for the renewal of the Angel Business Improvement District, has confirmed the results of the ballot for the renewal of the Angel Business Improvement District for a…
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Angel Business Climate Challenge
Do you want to reduce your business property’s energy consumption and save money? angel.london is bidding to be an official Partner with the Greater London Auhtority to deliver the Angel Business Climate Challenge programme for the benefit of our BID…
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Angel Business Crime Summit – Register Now
Angel business owners and managers are invited to attend the first Angel Business Crime Summit taking place on Thursday 9 February at 10am at the VUE Cinema in Angel Central. The Summit will review the results of the Angel Business…
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Angel Business Crime Survey 2023
To help understand the current level and nature of crime and anti-social behaviour in the Angel town centre, and to inform future crime prevention activities, we ask Angel business owners and managers to complete the Angel Business Crime Survey 2023. The survey takes less than 5 minutes…
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Angel Business News – March 2022
To read a monthly round-up of the latest business news from the Angel including grant deadlines and opportunities, and marketing initiatives please click on the link below: http://mailchi.mp/069ee5d0d3a0/latest-news-from-angellondon-march-2022
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Angel Central invites independent food businesses to cook up a storm
Angel Central shopping centre’s celebration of all things om-nom arrives this October – and you can be a part of it. Angel Central Food Fest is a fortnight of food and drink fun including an exciting range of events with…
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ANGEL CENTRAL MANAGER OUTSMARTS PHONE THIEF
Angel Central manager Lynne Glover is a hero in her friend’s eyes after her quick-thinking foiled an attempt to steal her expensive smart phone from a pub table, and it was all down to a bit of advice from Angel…
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Angel Central Summer Fete: 29 July – 1 Aug
The refurbishment works at Angel Central are now complete. From more seating and dining space to planting and sustainable initiatives, the new centre is open and hive of activity. To celebrate, Angel Central is holding a Summer Fete from 29th July to 1st August featuring four days…
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Angel Christmas lights switch-on event: 17 Nov 4pm to 8pm
We are pleased to release details of the ‘Glow in the Angel‘ Christmas lights switch-on event, taking place on Thursday 17 November from 4pm – 8pm . The website for Glow is now live – www.glowintheangel.london – detailing what’s going on during the evening. We…
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Angel floral displays praised as Islington scoops top prize in London in Bloom Awards
The magnificent floral displays funded and managed by angel.london were specifically mentioned for praise by the judge in this year’s prestigious London in Bloom Awards. The judge (who happens to be a royal gardener) stated: “Work being carried out by the Angel BID has…
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Angel Islington BID to launch net zero strategy at Net Zero Festival
Hear Angel Islington BID’s plans for achieving net zero in the Angel neighbourhood at the upcoming Net Zero Festival at the Business Design Centre. The BID will launch the strategy at the Festival on Tuesday, October 31, at 11am, where…
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Angel Loves Indies… Adventures In Furniture
Adventures in Furniture, 281 Upper St, N1 2TZ Native New Yorker Kim Corbett has been trading in Islington for more than 20 years. Here, she pulls up a chair to share her passion for furniture and tells us what makes…
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Angel Loves Indies… Brother Marcus
Brother Marcus, 37-39 Camden Passage, N1 8EA Why go abroad when you can enjoy the authentic taste of the Mediterranean right here in Angel? This week we serve up restaurateur Tas Gaitanos who tells us more about his hidden gem….
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Angel Loves Indies… EGRO’ Experiential Grocery
EGRO’, 19 Camden Passage, N1 8EA How can technology enhance the customer experience in a food store? Here, Selena Pellegrini, co-founder of EGRO’ experiential grocery and deli, gives us a taste of the business’s unique offering, and ambitions for the…
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Angel Loves Indies… Trampoline
Trampoline, 27 Camden Passage, N1 8EA It’s not just their all-day brekkers or epic sarnies that put a bounce in customers’ steps. Trampoline café is also about helping London’s refugee community gain independence. Here, founder Pranav Chopra tells all. What…
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Angel Loves Indies… Upper St Bookshop
Upper Street Bookshop, 42 Upper Street, N1 OPN Upper Street Bookshop debuted just over a year ago and has been on the bestseller list when it comes to must-visit shops in Angel. We had a chat with assistant manager Molly…
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Angel Loves Summer events programme 2022 is live!
This year angel.london is loving summer. To celebrate, we’re hosting a programme of amazing FREE activities and events throughout August exclusively for those who work in the Angel. It’s our way of saying thank you for being part of the area. From cocktail…
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Angel marks Armed Forces Day
Islington paid tribute to serving personnel and veterans on Armed Forces Day on Saturday. The national event, which annually shines a spotlight on the work of current and former servicepeople, reserves and cadets, was marked locally with a range of…
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Angel Pubwatch – Latest
The Licensing Security and Vulnerability Initiative (SAVI) scheme and Martyn’s Law, new legislation protecting the public from the risk of terrorism, were among topics discussed at Angel Pubwatch’s August meeting. Attendees learnt more about SAVI, a self-assessment tool to help owners and operators of…
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Angel Pubwatch – latest
Hear the latest initiatives and updates on crime and public safety in the neighbourhood at the next Pubwatch Angel meeting. The group is chaired by one of the area’s licensees and is always attended by the police and council licensing…
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Angel Responsible Business Network – time to get involved
Thank you to all those who attended the launch of the Angel Responsible Business Network (ARBN) on 26 April. Almost 50 representatives from local businesses and organisations gathered at the Crafts Council Gallery to mark the occasion, meet other like-minded people and hear…
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Angel to welcome London’s first Scottish deli
Picture this. Freshly baked morning rolls filled with Arbroath smokies or bursting with the finest Aberdeen Angus topside, steaming bowls of cullen skink and scotch broth, aromatic haggis with tattie mash, all rounded off with buttery Ecclefechan tarts, a slice…
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angel.london welcomes a new Chair of the Board
We are pleased to announce that Matthew Crawford has become the new Chair of angel.london. Matthew is known to many in the Angel business community as the owner of After Noah on Upper Street and has been on the Board of angel.london for a number of years. Matthew…
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angel.london welcomes new Chief Executive
We are pleased to welcome Ben Stephenson as the new Chief Executive of angel.london. Ben brings with him a wealth of experience and expertise, having been a previous Chief Executive of Waterloo BID. Ben also runs his own economic development consultancy that specialises…
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Announcing our Angel Spring Clean week – 17 to 21 April
The Angel Spring Clean week (17 – 21 April) will be five days of consolidated activities and initiatives to make the Angel’s public realm as clean and presentable as possible for all who work, live and visit the town over the spring and summer…
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August newsletter – out now
What does the next month have in store for Angel? Dip into the new issue of our newsletter to find out. Our August issue includes: Angel Islington’s exciting new ‘place identity’ revealed Book for Angel Loves Summer free events –…
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BID members – join the Northwood party!
New sports bar Northwood hosts its official launch party next month – and you’re invited! Northwood, part of the Maven Leisure group of venues, opened on September 8 next to Birdie’s crazy golf on the first floor of Angel Central…
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BRIGHT LIGHTS OF ST MARY’S
The clocks going back really does mean the start of winter but there are consolations – the lighting up of the trees outside St Mary’s Church in Upper Street for one. The pea lights in the nine trees stay sparkling…
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BRIGHTER – Angel Central. Summer events on the lawn!
Our friends at Angel Central are all ready for the summer holidays with its lawn in place complete with super-duper branded deckchairs! The lawn will also be the location for a whole range of performers over the summer holiday period…
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BRIGHTER – Angel Day (inc. Christmas lights switch-on): Saturday 17 November!
The Angel is set to sparkle on Saturday 17th November as our annual Angel Day will be taking place. A range of music and entertainment will be taking place throughout the afternoon around the Angel including Angel Central, Upper Street,…
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BRIGHTER – Angel Day 2018 a big success
The Angel came alive last Saturday (17 November) for our second Angel Day and the Christmas lights switch-on. The day saw record numbers of people come to the town centre to enjoy activities and entertainment with footfall monitors across the…
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BRIGHTER – Angel to go ‘full bloom’ for the Floral Art & Design Show in August
The Angel is set to get even more ‘blooming marvellous’ in the coming weeks as shops and restaurants along Islington High Street and Camden Passage will be dressed in incredible floral creations. The displays are being done in conjunction with…
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BRIGHTER – Bunting is back for the summer and baskets are on their way
We are delighted to have once again added a bit of extra colour to the Angel by installing bunting throughout Camden Passage for the summer months. In addition to having bunting in Camden Passage, we are pleased to have worked with Islington…
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BRIGHTER – Cultural Performances in Angel: May 2018
Spring has sprung and our arts and cultural venues are celebrating with a range of shows that will no doubt have visitors flocking to Angel throughout May 2018. Check out performances that cover everything from breakdancing to puppetry and drama…
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BRIGHTER – Directing the way with new signage outside Angel tube station
At angel.london we’re always looking for ways to support our businesses and one thing we want to ensure is that visitors to the Angel get to where they want to go. To assist this, we have added directional signage to…
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BRIGHTER – Festive shows and events in the Angel
The festive season brings an abundance of shows, events and performances to the Angel. Below is just a selection of what’s on offer over the coming month! CHAPEL MARKET Saturday 30 November – Chapel Market Christmas Cracker! To celebrate the…
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BRIGHTER – Floral Art & Design Show set to make the Angel bloom this August
The National Association of Flower Arranging Societies (NAFAS) is bringing its huge annual Floral Art & Design Show to the Business Design Centre this summer. Running from the 8– 10 August (with a preview evening on 7 August), the show will…
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BRIGHTER – Free copies of ‘This is Angel’ Guide still available
Do you have customers to your business who don’t know all the delights of Angel? Well, to help you help them, there are still FREE copies of the ‘This is Angel’ pocket sized guide available for businesses. The handy guide,…
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BRIGHTER – Free LGBT History walks (and more) in Islington
As part of the ‘Islington Pride’ project, the wonderful Islington Guided Walks organisation is holding a number of FREE walking tours of different parts of Islington, uncovering the LGBT history of each of the areas. The walks commence at 11am…
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BRIGHTER – FUNDRAISING GUIDED WALK AROUND ANGEL: SUNDAY 21 OCTOBER
Looking to discover more about the Angel’s past? Well, get your walking shoes on and join a special guided walk around the area and support the Mayor of Islington’s Charities at the same time! This year Clerkenwell & Islington Guides’…
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BRIGHTER – Help Angel win Gold at London in Bloom 2018!
We all want to be winners don’t we? Well, all of us in Angel have the opportunity to bring ‘Gold’ to Angel by winning the much coveted Business Improvement District category at the 2018 ‘London in Bloom’ Awards. London…
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BRIGHTER – Helping biodiversity bloom in Angel!
We are delighted to have worked with Islington Council and RBS to replant the central courtyard garden of the RBS building on Upper Street. We joined the Council’s Open Spaces team and staff from RBS to do a bit of…
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BRIGHTER – Islington Menorah Lighting: Sunday 22 Dec – 5pm to 7pm. Islington Green
To celebrate the first night of Chanukah, the Jewish festival of lights, over 1,000 people are expected to come to the Angel on Sunday (22 December) to see the lighting of the Menorah on Islington Green. Visitors can witness the ceremony of unveiling…
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BRIGHTER – New artwork outside the Business Design Centre
Has anyone else spotted this great new addition to the forecourt of the Business Design Centre? Well, in case you are wondering its actually a piece of work by British artist Adam Bridgland. Adam graduated from the Royal College of…
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BRIGHTER – October shows and events in the Angel
October brings an abundance of shows, events and performances to the Angel. Below is just a selection of what our cultural venues have to offer over the coming month including the spooky London Horror Festival at The Old Red Lion…
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BRIGHTER – Shows and Performance in Angel: October 2018
The wonderful arts and cultural venues in the Angel will be hosting a wide range of shows through October. Check out what’s coming up next month including the spine-tingling London Horror Festival at the Old Red Lion Theatre! OLD RED…
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BRIGHTER – Shows and performances across Angel in June 2018
With summer now just around the corner our arts and cultural venues will be hosting a wide range of shows bringing visitors to Angel throughout June. Check out what’s coming up next month: OLD RED LION THEATRE – www.oldredliontheatre.co.uk/theatre.html Until…
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BRIGHTER – Shows and Performances in the Angel: April 2019
The wonderful arts and cultural venues in the Angel will be hosting a wide range of shows over the coming month. Check out below for a selection of what’s coming up in April 2019. SADLER’S WELLS – www.sadlerswells.com 4…
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BRIGHTER – Shows and performances in the Angel: Dec 2018 / Jan 2019
The wonderful arts and cultural venues in the Angel will be hosting a wide range of shows through the festive season. Check out what’s coming up in the next month or so, including the return of Simon Russell Beale to…
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BRIGHTER – Shows and performances in the Angel: Feb 2019
The wonderful arts and cultural venues in the Angel will be hosting a wide range of shows over the coming month. Check out what’s coming up in February 2019. OLD RED LION THEATRE – www.oldredliontheatre.co.uk/theatre.html 3 – 9 February …
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BRIGHTER – Shows and performances in the Angel: June 2019
Whatever month of the year, the Angel abounds with a variety of shows and performances to tickle the tastebuds of those who love a cultural fix. Here’s a selection of what’s going on in June 2019. OLD RED LION…
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BRIGHTER – Shows and performances in the Angel: March 2019
The wonderful arts and cultural venues in the Angel will be hosting a wide range of shows over the coming month. Check out what’s coming up in March 2019. KING’S HEAD THEATRE – www.kingsheadtheatre.com Until 9 March …
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BRIGHTER – Shows and Performances in the Angel! May 2019
The wonderful arts and cultural venues in the Angel will be hosting a wide range of shows over the coming month. Check out below for a selection of what’s on… ALMEIDA – www.almeida.co.uk Until 1 June – Three Sisters…
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BRIGHTER – Summer lawn returns to Angel Central
As the weather warms up, our friends at Angel Central are getting ready for summer with the installation of their lovely summer lawn. The lawn, and its super-duper branded deckchairs, offers a great place to relax in the summer…
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BRIGHTER – Theatre & Dance Performances in Angel : April 2018
We all know that Angel is perfect for a cultured evening and as such our theatres and performance venues bring thousands of visitors to our area each month. To make sure you are ‘in the know’, here’s a summary…
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BRIGHTER – What’s on in the Angel this August
August brings an abundance of shows, events and performances to the Angel. Below is just a selection of what our cultural venues have to offer over the coming month… KING’S HEAD THEATRE – www.kingsheadtheatre.com Until 24 August – Southern…
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BRIGHTER – What’s on in the Angel: July 2019
Whatever month of the year, the Angel abounds with a variety of shows and performances to tickle the tastebuds of those who love a cultural fix. Here’s a selection of what’s going on in July 2019. OLD RED LION…
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BRIGHTER – Bikes & Blooms go hand in hand in Angel!
OK, so we may have had the ‘Beast from the East’ Parts 1 & 2 in March, but we can see the joys of spring everyday in Angel with the installation of more of our popular, useful (and if we…
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BRIGHTER – Islington in Bloom sponsorship opportunities available
Do you love everything floral as much as we do? Islington in Bloom is a local horticultural competition open to anyone in the borough to enter, managed by Islington Council. There are a variety of awards, from Best Children’s Planting…
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BRIGHTER: Adding extra colour to City Road
As part of our (never ending) mission to brighten up all parts of the Angel, earlier this summer we were delighted to increase the number of floral decorations in the BID area last month. The latest addition came with the…
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BRIGHTER: Chapel Market Christmas Cracker event – Sat 30 Nov
To celebrate the start of the festive season in Chapel Market, Islington Council is organising a ‘Christmas Cracker’ event on Saturday 30 November from 12 noon to 4pm. There will be festive tunes, free hot chestnuts and even an appearance…
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BRIGHTER: Events and performances in the Angel in the coming month
The next month brings an abundance of shows, events and performances to the Angel. Below is just a selection of what’s on offer over the coming month; check out the venue websites for details… Business Design Centre – www.businessdesigncentre.co.uk…
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BRIGHTER: Invitation to preview event at the new Crafts Council Gallery – Friday 27 March, 11.30am – 2.30pm
The new Crafts Council Gallery is set to open to the public at the end of March on Pentonville Road. The Gallery will be a ‘home for craft’ and showcase objects from their national collection alongside special exhibitions. We are delighted to have partnered with the Crafts…
READ MORE >BRIGHTER: London Car Free Day: Sunday 22 September
London Car Free Day takes on Sunday 22 September and Islington is taking part with the creation of a ‘Big Play Street’. A section of St John Street between Clerkenwell Road and Charterhouse Street will be shut to through traffic and is open for…
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BRIGHTER: November shows in the Angel
November brings an abundance of shows, events and performances to the Angel. Below is just a selection of what our cultural venues have to offer over the coming month. OLD RED LION THEATRE – www.oldredliontheatre.co.uk/theatre.html 5 to 30 November…
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BRIGHTER: Shows & events across Angel in September 2018
The wonderful arts and cultural venues in the Angel will be hosting a wide range of shows throughout September. Check out what’s coming up next month: OLD RED LION THEATRE – www.oldredliontheatre.co.uk/theatre.html 3 – 8 Sept …
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BRIGHTER: Shows and events in the Angel in the coming month
The next month brings an abundance of shows, events and performances to the Angel. Below is just a selection of what’s on offer over the coming month, including ‘Sampled’ the dance taster festival at Sadler’s Wells. Business Design Centre…
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BRIGHTER: Shows and performances in the Angel: September 2019
September brings an abundance of shows, events and performances to the Angel. Below is just a selection of what our cultural venues have to offer over the coming month… THE ALMEIDA – www.almeida.co.uk Until 28 September – The Doctor…
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Bring your little sparks to Islington Fire Station Black History Month open day
Feast on delicious African and Caribbean food while getting up close to a fire engine at Islington Fire Station’s open day to mark Black History Month. The station has an action-packed afternoon in store on Sunday, October 1, with music,…
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Business collection and recycling services – Christmas and New Year duty schedule
The collection and recycling services provided by angel.london will continue over the festive period. Our team will be working on the 23rd, 28th, 29th and 30th December. The team will continue to undertake their bespoke collection services and will deliver…
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Business Crime Summit and Crime Survey 2023 Results
Last week we held the inaugural Angel Business Crime Summit. The event, attended by over 30 businesses, examined the current level and nature of crime affecting businesses in the Angel and looked at ways that this can be addressed both in…
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Business crime team – Christmas and New Year duty schedule
Our Business Crime Manager will be working in the Angel town centre up to, and including, Tuesday 20th December and will return on Tuesday 3rd January 2023. Please remember to follow these procedures if you need the assistance of the…
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Business Design Centre Celebrates B Corp Certification
Iconic events and business hub the Business Design Centre (BDC) has been certified as B Corp. The landmark achievement recognises the BDC as a social and environmental force for good. It joins more than 7,000 organisations worldwide that have committed…
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Business Design Centre opens as a large-scale COVID-19 vaccination centre
The Business Design Centre has opened its doors as one of London’s large-scale COVID Vaccination Centres. The venue’s interior space has been transformed to incorporate hundreds of vaccination booths, hand-washing and hand sanitisation stations and post-injection waiting areas, all socially…
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Business Design Centre to re-open as a mass vaccination centre from Saturday 18 December
UCLH NHS Foundation Trust has once again formed a partnership with the Business Design Centre to reopen a large-scale COVID-19 vaccination centre on site from 10am on Saturday 18 December. Booked appointments and walk-ins will be available. This is to support the government’s…
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BUSINESS DESIGN CENTRE UPDATE
9 Sept 2020 – A positive sign for the Angel economy is that the Business Design Centre will be hosting its first conferences and events since lockdown from next month. The Business Design Centre gets back to its conference…
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Business waste and collection and recycling – Christmas and New Year schedules
The collection and recycling services provided by angel.london will continue over the festive period. Our team will be working on the 24th, 29th, 30th and 31st December. The team will continue to undertake their bespoke collection services and will deliver bags and stickers (requests MUST be made…
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Change to Red Route regulations through the Angel from 13 September
8 Sept 2020 – Following the consultation period last month, Transport for London has confirmed that from Sunday 13 September bus lanes on most of the Red Routes in London will operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The…
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Changes to Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme from 1 August
From the 1st August, employers are now required to make a 20% contribution towards the hours their staff do not work if they are part of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS). Employers will continue to pay employer National Insurance Contributions and…
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Changes to Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme in September and October
25 Aug 2020 – Updates on the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme Changes from 1 September For September, the government will pay 70% of wages up to a cap of £2,187.50 for the hours an employee is on furlough. Employers will pay…
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Chapel Market development consultation
Islington Council has opened its public and business consulation for its plans to make significant place-making changes to Chapel Market. The plans aim to make the market more welcoming, attractive, easier for users to navigate and make it a better place for traders to…
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Charity donations needed for fire station open day
Islington Fire Station is raising money for Macmillan Cancer Support – and they need your help. The crew is appealing for donations of raffle prizes, refreshments and entertainment to help make their annual open day a scorcher. The fun day on…
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Charlton Place and Camden Passage environmental changes
Following consultation with businesses and residents last summer, Islington Council has announced its plans to take forward improvements to Charlton Place and Camden Passage. The proposed works will include pavement widening, outdoor seating, tree planting and changes to the road and…
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Charlton Place and Camden Passage Traffic Consultation
As part of their commitment to make Islington a cleaner, greener and healthier place for all, Islington Council is proposing to implement amendments to vehicle access and environmental changes to Charlton Place and Camden Passage. Details of the proposals can be seen HERE. Businesses, residents and…
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Check your business rates valuation with the VOA now
The 2017 non-domestic rating list is closing, so it is important for business ratepayers to check before 31 March that the information held by the VOA is correct to ensure you don’t lose out on any reliefs or adjustments to your…
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Christmas lights switch-on in the Angel 2021
02 November We are delighted to confirm that the Angel will once again ‘Glow’ for the festive season. The switching-on of the Christmas lights around the Angel will take place on Thursday 18 November. ANGEL CENTRAL The newly refurbished Angel Central will be hosting a switch-on ceremony with Santa…
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CLEANER – 21 June 2018, Clean Air Day in Angel
Calling all walkers, cyclists, wannabe-cyclists and anyone concerned about air pollution. Thursday 21st June is Clean Air Day and Islington Council is putting on an event in Angel to celebrate the cleaner ways to travel. Representatives will be on the…
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CLEANER – angel.london collection and recycling services over the Christmas period
The business waste collections and recycling services provided by angel.london will continue over the festive period. Our recycling team will be working every day over the Christmas period with the exception of Christmas Day and Boxing Day. The team will…
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If you’re a small business in London and have an older, inefficient heating system you may be eligible for 30 to 40 per cent cashback when you replace it with a new, cleaner system. What are the benefits? 30 to…
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CLEANER – Cut personal deliveries to your office this Christmas
Did you know that almost 40% of all deliveries to offices in London are now personal items? And this can reach a staggering 65% in the run up to Christmas. Every individual delivery adds to traffic congestion and pollution in London….
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CLEANER – Easter waste collection and recycling shedules
The business waste collection and recycling services provided by angel.london will continue over the Easter period. The team will undertake their bespoke collection service from Monday to Friday (including Good Friday and Bank Holiday Monday). Islington Council (who collect our recycling) have…
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CLEANER – Free Christmas tree recycling collection service for BID levy payers
We are pleased to confirm that we will be offering a FREE Christmas tree recycling collection service for BID levy payers in the early new year. To take advantage of our FREE collection service (Islington Council normally charges £20) please…
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CLEANER – New ‘Clean Air Walk’ from Kings Cross to Angel
As part of the ‘Clean Air Day’ celebrations last week, a new ‘Clean Air Walk’ between King’s Cross and Angel was launched. The walk highlights a quieter, greener (and much more pleasant!) way between the two locations; taking in White…
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CLEANER – New fresh drinking water fountain on Islington Green
As part of the Mayor of London’s Drinking Fountain Fund, our very own Islington Green has got a brand new free fresh water fountain. The new fountain (although to be honest its more of a fresh water dispenser than a fountain) is…
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CLEANER – Now you see it, now you don’t!
Here at angel.london we love cycling as an environmentally friendly way to travel and we want to ensure that all bike users have places to lock up their bikes. What we don’t like is when old and clearly abandoned bikes…
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CLEANER – Planning a spring clean? Don’t forget our FREE recycling services
If you’re planning to have a clear-out of your office, store cupboards, or even kitchen, don’t forget that angel.london offers seven different recycling services for FREE! The ‘magnificent seven’ as we like to call them cover paper, cardboard, coffee grounds,…
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CLEANER – Solar panels group buying scheme for businesses
Solar Together London, a group buying scheme for solar panels organised by the GLA, is open to businesses and third sector organisations looking at installations of up to 10kW in size. You can register your interest for free by 22 October, after which…
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CLEANER – The three new ‘C’s of our recycling: Coffee, Cups and Cutlery!!
The harm that disposable drinking vessels are doing to our planet is BIG news at the moment and the difficulties in recycling single-use coffee cups regularly hit the headlines. Well, here at angel.london we are always looking at ways we…
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CLEANER – Working collectively to manage our collective waste!
Yesterday we hosted our monthly meeting with Islington’s waste management team. At these vital meetings, attended by both senior managers and the on-street cleaners themselves, we are able to discuss a whole range of matters relating to street cleanliness, rubbish…
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CLEANER – Easter Bank Holiday doesn’t affect our recycling services
As many businesses know angel.london offers a range of FREE recycling services from paper & cardboard to coffee grounds. Well, in case you were wondering, we can proudly confirm that the upcoming Easter Bank Holiday will NOT affect our services….
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CLEANER – New bins… No ifs, no butts!
Have you spotted the new bins that are on the streets around the BID area? Probably not… Well, the new bins started to be installed earlier this month and the programme of replacement will go on until June by which…
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CLEANER & SAFER – Improved pedestrian paving on Liverpool Road
As well as our ‘big picture’ work, here at angel.london we’re the BID that gets the little things sorted to improve the landscape of Angel to help create the best trading environment for businesses. We’re delighted with the work that…
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CLEANER: Enter the Camden & Islington Sustainability Awards 2019
Don’t miss this opportunity to promote your sustainability achievements and help to inspire and encourage other organisations. The Camden & Islington Sustainability Awards are open to all organisations across both boroughs. There are eight categories to celebrate award winners from…
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CLEANER: New eligibility and increased payments for scrappage scheme for vans and minibuses
As part of the Mayor of London’s action to tackle dirty air across the capital, a series of measures that will accelerate the move to cleaner vehicles across London has been introduced. Payments for the van scrappage scheme will double…
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Complete business survey to help deliver a Net Zero neighbourhood
Businesses in Angel are invited to fill in a questionnaire to help inform exciting plans to create a more sustainable place to live, work and visit. The short survey, which can be found here, aims to identify the ways businesses are currently trying…
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Cost of Doing Business – Practical advice hub
We are very aware of the ‘cost of business’ pressures currently faced by our members. One of out strategic partners, the London Business Hub, has developed a ‘Cost of Doing Business Hub‘, bringing together practical resources and support to help businesses adapt and navigate the…
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Council’s Liveable Neighbourhood scheme design now live
More detailed plans on Islington Council’s proposals for low traffic and environmental improvement measures in Barnsbury and Laycock Ward are now available to view. The proposal for the area, which is to the immediate north of Upper Street, is known as a Liveable Neighbourhood scheme…
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COUNTER TERROR
Police release public safety film The film we have been screening to angel.london businesses showing the steps the public can take in the event of a firearm and weapons terrorist attack has now been released The Met for everyone. Click…
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Country Living Christmas Fair – 10-14 November
After a year’s hiatus, one of the Business Design Centre’s most popular public events – the Country Living Christmas Fair – is back next month. Running from the 10th to 14th November, the bespoke event will feature over 450 small businesses offering everything from stocking fillers to festive hampers….
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COVD-19: Essential travel advice for businesses from TfL
20 May 2020 Working with our key partners we want to ensure that the Angel is ready to welcome workers and shoppers back to the town centre as the Govt. guidelines on the easing of lockdown come into place. To…
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COVID-19 – Applications open for Small Business Grant and Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Grant as at 25.03.20
25 March 2020 Islington Council has opened applications for the Small Business Grant Fund and Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Grant Fund. If you think you are eligible for the scheme, you need to download, complete and return this form: 20200325ApplicationfortheSmallBusinessGrantFundandtheRetailHospitalityandLeisureGrant0041…
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COVID-19 – New measures from Monday 14 Sept. including mandatory rules for businesses
11 September – On Wednesday 9 September, The Prime Minister announced new measures in England to help stop the spread of Coronavirus. Unless where stated, the new measures will come into force from Monday 14 September. The new ‘Rule…
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COVID-19 – PM’s statement on new restrictions, including mandatory rules for businesses
22 September – The Prime Minister has announced new measures in England to help stop the spread of Coronavirus. Businesses should ensure that they are fully conversant with the new regulations to ensure that they continue to trade legally. From Thursday…
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COVID-19 Support: Furlough Letter Template and Furlough FAQs as at 26.03.20
FURLOUGH LETTER TEMPLATE FOR BUSINESSES If you are a business owner that is furloughing your staff as a result of COVID-19 it is important that you follow certain procedures to ensure you are abiding by employment law, whilst protecting yourself,…
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COVID-19: Amendments to Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme announced as at 06.04.20
Last Friday (3 April 2020) the Govt. announced amendments to the Coranavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme to aid smaller businesses gain access to the scheme. Importantly, access to the scheme has been opened up to those smaller businesses who would…
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COVID-19: angel.london weekly business update as at 03.04.20
03.04.20 SAFER Angel Town Centre Police Team officers are continuing to patrol the town centre, supporting businesses as required. If you, or your employees, require assistance relating to a non-emergency business crime, you can contact them on 07769 586 996….
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COVID-19: Arts Council Cultural Recovery Fund
11 Aug – Applications for the Cultural Recovery Fund, administered by the Arts Council, are now being accepted. The fund will award grants of between £50,000 and £1 million to cultural organisations that were financially stable before COVID-19, but are now…
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COVID-19: Bounce Back Loan Scheme for small businesses as at 28.04.20
Yesterday, 27 April 2020, the Government announced the Bounce Back Loan Scheme for small businesses to support them through financial difficulties as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic The Bounce Back Loan scheme will allow businesses to borrow between £2,000…
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COVID-19: Business support website launched as at 23.03.20
Today (23 March) the Government has just launched a new website for businesses detailing all of the support packages for businesses in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. The site can be accessed here: https://www.businesssupport.gov.uk/coronavirus-business-support/
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COVID-19: Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme extension and ‘flexible furloughing’
1 June Last Friday, 29 May, the Chancellor announced details of the extension and terms of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) for businesses. Tapered furlough support from 1 August From August 2020, the level of government grant provided through…
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COVID-19: Coronavirus Self-employment Income Support Scheme as at 27.03.20
Yesterday (26 March 2020) the Chancellor announced support for the self-employed in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Coronavirus Self-employment Income Protection Scheme The Self-employment Income Support Scheme (SEISS) will support self-employed individuals (including members of partnerships) whose income has been…
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COVID-19: Directory of Business Support Helplines and Online Resources as at 01.04.20
01 April 2020 Over the last two weeks a number of helplines, online resources and mechanisms offering business advice and support in light of the COVID-19 pandemic have been launched. Below is a directory of the most relevant to the Angel’s…
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COVID-19: Free downloadable posters to encourage hand-washing and social distancing in the workplace
2 Sept 2020 – As more people return to the workplace, it’s useful to ensure practical messaging about controlling the spread of COVID-19 is visible. A number of printable posters are available to aid this – simply click on each of…
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COVID-19: Get ready for the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme as at 14.04.20
14 April 2020 HMRC has published a list of things businesses can do NOW to prepare to make a claim under the Coronavirus Staff Retention Scheme To submit a claim under the Coronavirus Staff Retention Scheme businesses need to provide…
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COVID-19: Govt. guidance on how to make workplaces safe published as at 11.05.20
Yesterday, Monday 11 May, the government published guidance to help business owners ensure their workplaces are as safe as possible during the Coronavirus pandemic. The eight guides cover different types of workplace and are designed to help employers prepare for…
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COVID-19: Govt. Webinars to help businesses be COVID-19 Secure
To support businesses in the safe re-opening of their workplace, the Govt is running a series of free webinars starting next week (w/c 25 May) Each webinar will cover a different type of workplace and are designed to help employers…
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COVID-19: Holiday entitlement and pay during coronavirus
18 May 2020 Last Wednesday, 13 May, the Government published guidance in relation to holiday entitlement and pay for employers whose staff have been placed on furlough as part of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, or continue to work. The…
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COVID-19: Mayor of London launches ‘Back to Business Fund’
03 Aug – The Mayor’s £1m Back to Business Fund will offer up to £5,000 in match funding to small and independent businesses through the Pay It Forward London crowdfunding platform. Pay It Forward London enables businesses to raise vital funds…
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COVID-19: New grant funding opportunity for London SMEs to access specialist support
26 Aug 2020 – The Government has confirmed plans to provide the London Growth Hub with £1.6m from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) to launch a new SME Grant Fund. Eligible SMEs will have access to grants between £1,000 –…
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COVID-19: New Guidance for Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
17 June 2020 – Last Friday the Govt published detailed Guidance for the extension of the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) for businesses from 1 July. The new online Guidance covers: Changes to the scheme and key dates that you…
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COVID-19: New support for businesses as at 30.03.20
30 March 2020 The Government has announced further support for businesses in light of the COVID-19 pandemic VAT Deferral Businesses can defer Valued Added Tax (VAT) payments due between 20 March 2020 and 30 June 2020. Eligibility – All…
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COVID-19: Now open for applications – Bounce Back Loan Scheme for small buisnesses as at 04.05.20
The Bounce Back Loan Scheme for small businesses, to enable them to access finance more quickly during the coronavirus outbreak, is now open for applications. The Bounce Back Loan Scheme will allow businesses to borrow between £2,000 and £50,000 and…
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COVID-19: Preparing your business for opening after lockdown as at 01.05.20
As the government prepares to announce its plans for restarting the economy after lockdown, it is important you start to consider the measures you will need to put in place in your business to enable safe working. The two documents…
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COVID-19: Retail, Leisure and Hospitality Grant Scheme and Small Business Grant Scheme open as at 30.03.20
Islington Council is preparing to issue the first grants under the Small Business Grant Fund and Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Fund Islington Council is sending letters and emails to businesses that are eligible for a grant. If you paid your…
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COVID-19: Statutory Sick Pay Rebate scheme information for businesses as at 08.04.20
8 April 2020 On Friday 3 April the Govt published guidance for the Statutory Sick Pay Rebate scheme for businesses in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. This scheme will allow small and medium sized employers, with fewer than 250 employees,…
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COVID-19: Step-by-step guide for employers to claim furlough
HMRC has published a ‘Step by Step’ Guide for employers on the procedures to follow make a claim for furloughed staff. The document can be downloaded here – Coronavirus_Job_Retention_Scheme_step_by_step_guide_for_employers
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COVID-19: Test & Trace – Workplace Guidance as at 02 June
02 June 2020 The Government has published guidance for employers and businesses on the implementation of the NHS Test & Trace service. The document contains details regarding the responsibilities of employers in relation to this measure including the payment of…
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COVID-19: Update on the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, including the Retention Bonus
16 July 2020 – Earlier in the year the Govt. launched the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme (CJRS) to support employers in retaining their employees through the COVID-19 pandemic. In May the Govt. announced an extension to the scheme until the end…
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COVID-19: Updated guidance for shops on working safely during COVID-19.
26 May 2020 Yesterday, Monday 25 May, the Prime Minister announced that the Govt intended to allow ‘non-essential’ shops in England to re-open from Monday 15 June. The re-opening is subject to the Govt’s ‘Road Map’ conditions being met and…
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Crafters – secure your spot at ‘Glow in the Angel’
Islington Green and Camden Passage are set to shimmer and shine for our ‘Glow in the Angel’ Christmas light switch-on and festivities on Saturday, November 18. As part of our afternoon of live music, entertainment, fabulous food and giveaways we are looking for…
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Creation of new small businesses discussed at latest ARBN meeting
The Angel Responsible Business Network (ARBN) continues to strengthen the relationship between Angel businesses and the community. The most recent meeting on September 12 focused on examining the interim findings of the Net Zero Strategy and discussing a study the…
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Cultural and Evening Economy Support Fund
Islington Council has today (25 May) launched a new grant fund for organisations and businesses in the cultural and evening economy sectors. The new Cultural and Evening Economy Support Fund covers independent venues that offer theatre, cabaret, comedy, dance and live music that have been…
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Dealing with the threat from terrorism – advice and support for businesses
The Met Police Protective Security Operations (Counter Terrorism) has created a number of new initiatives and programmes to support businesses in the fight against terrorism. London SHIELD App: This new app provides a single source of up-to-date and relevant Counter Terrorism information, advice and guidance. The…
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DERWENT APPRENTICE GOES FULL-TIME
City Gateway apprentice Amaruf Miah, 21, from East London was taken on by Derwent London to train with facilities manager Graham Jones after the developer pledged to provide a 12-month building management apprenticeship in The Standard’s Ladder for London campaign….
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Discretionary Grants Fund – Islington Council announces scheme details
10 June 2020 Islington Council has announced that the application process for businesses wishing to apply for a grant under the ‘Local Authority Discretionary Grants Fund’ will open from w/c 15 June. The council has been awarded £2.8 million by…
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ENDURING POWER OF LANDMARKS
It’s (more or less) official – the lovely turretty Co-op bank building and its beautiful but grafittii-ed neighbour the former Angel Picture Theatre have been saved from the wreckers ball. TfL have re-located their Crossrail2 focus to the other side…
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England moves to Plan B measures in response to Omicron variant
09 November 2021 Yesterday, Wednesday 8 December, the Prime Minister confirmed that England will move to Plan B following the rapid spread of the Omicron variant in the UK. From tomorrow, Friday 10 December, face coverings will become compulsory in most public indoor venues, such…
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Enhanced Guidance and Risk Assessments for Hospitality Businesses to become COVID-19 Secure
29 June 2020 – Last week the Prime Minister announced that the Govt intended to allow hospitality businesses in England to re-open from Saturday 4 July. In line with last week’s announcement, the Govt published guidance for hospitality businesses to ensure…
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Ensure your business is COVID-19 Secure
It is vital for businesses to ensure that they are COVID-19 Secure and adhering to the rules around NHS Test & Trace, service procedures and social distancing etc. Hospitality venues check-in Since 29 March, every visitor to a hospitality venue is required to check-in…
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Free ‘Welcome Back’ Pack from Islington Council
Islington Council is offering all customer facing businesses a free ‘Welcome Back’ pack. The Welcome Back pack includes social distancing posters for display in your window, bright floor stickers to help you manage queuing and one way systems and additional guidance and advice that will…
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Free fire safety checks for Angel businesses
07 July 2022 – As businesses recover from the pandemic, one of the very worst things that could happen is to have a fire or emergency in your premises that puts you, your workers and customers lives in danger or stops you…
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Free mental health training with Rethink
Businesses, organisations and community groups in Islington can benefit from free mental health awareness training from charity Rethink. The Islington Council-funded sessions are available online or in-person and cover topics including wellbeing, the difference between mental health and mental illness,…
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Free pilot for businesses – Near St & Islington Council
Islington Council has partnered with NearSt to increase footfall and sales by getting local businesses’ products into Google and seen by the thousands of potential customers that live nearby. People increasingly search for products online and this will help them buy locally….
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Get down to Angel Central’s ‘Do Good Festival’ in aid of Islington Mind
Jay Blades from BBC One’s The Repair Shop will be among creatives, businesses and campaigners celebrating sustainable living in a month-long festival. Over June, Angel Central shopping centre is hosting sustainable fashion pop-ups, workshops, talks and markets where you can…
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Get ready for Safer Business Action Week this October
Sign up to a range of unmissable seminars in Angel as part of the national Safer Business Action Week initiative which launches on October 16. Angel Islington BID along with the Met Police will be taking part in the action week to help…
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Get recycling with the BID
Did you know the BID provides seven recycling services for members as part of the levy? These are for paper, cardboard, plastics, printer cartridges, white goods, furniture and coffee grounds. It’s also worth knowing the items we can’t recycle, for…
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Get set for alfresco dining in the Angel!
Alfresco dining in the Angel is set to return from the 12 April and we’ve had reports that venues are booking up quickly for the opening weeks. So if you’re looking to book an outdoor business meeting, catch up with…
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Get your businesses listed for free on My Virtual Neighbourhood
My Virtual Neighbourhood is a growing online directory of businesses in town centres across London. Focusing on independent businesses and covering retail, hospitality and leisure and health & wellbeing, My Virtual Neighbourhood was set up during the pandemic to support local traders and continues to do…
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Glow in the Angel – 14 November 2019 – official poster available!
The official promotional poster for Glow in the Angel is now available to download here – Glow_Poster_1 – Final 15.10.19 Glow in the Angel will take place between 4-8pm on Thursday 14 November and will be “an evening of entertainment, music, lights, food, free…
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Glow in the Angel – Thursday 14 November: 4pm to 8pm
We are de-light-ed to announce that our first Glow in the Angel event will take place between 4-8pm on Thursday 14 November. Aimed at local workers, residents and visitors, Glow in the Angel will be “an evening of entertainment, music, lights, food, free…
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Go Africa Festival – 30 October
As part of October’s Black History Month, Go Africa – a movement mobilising the African & Caribbean creative communities to come together to showcase talent, art, and culture in London – is holding a festival in St Mary’s Community Centre on…
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Government announces £1billion in support for businesses most impacted by Omicron
21 December – The Chancellor of the Exchequer has announced a range of grant support for businesses most impacted by the effects of Omicron. The schemes announced are: Businesses in the hospitality and leisure sectors in England will be eligible for…
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Grant opportunity for small independent food service businesses
Islington Council has today – Tuesday 7 February – launched a grant opportunity for small independent food service businesses in the Borough. Grants of £500 will be provided upon successful application to 150 businesses in the Council’s Energy Relief Scheme. The aim of the scheme is to help with energy…
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Have your say on the Traffic Management Order for Chapel Market
Since May 2021 a temporary traffic management order has been in place on Chapel Market extending the hours during which traffic is prohibited from entering the market. The aim of the traffic management order was to make the market a safer, more pleasant…
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Help shape the future of the Angel
We are carrying out research to shape our plans for the coming years and create an updated ‘place identity’ for the Angel that will benefit every business by creating a coherent and appealing message to attract workers, shoppers and visitors. We want…
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Help to Grow: Digital – Eligibility for funding widened
Help to Grow: Digital, one of the government’s schemes to support businesses post-pandemic, has been expanded to include discounts on new types of software and smaller businesses. Small and medium-sized businesses across the UK can now apply for a discount of 50% off…
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Highbury & Islington named as most resilient retail area in Greater London
Highbury & Islington has taken the number one spot in a study of retail resilience in outer London town centres. The study, by property consultancy Savills UK, examined 40 outer London high street areas and ranked them in terms of ‘health, vibrancy, size…
READ MORE >HOW BEST TO HELP THE HOMELESS
It’s easy to say don’t give money directly to the homeless, but how ARE we supposed to help them? We’ve been working with local charity The Pilion Trust who raised almost £2,000 on World Homeless Day busking and sleeping out…
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How we did it: Gaining B Corp status, with Kate Vandenburg
Last month the Business Design Centre achieved B Corp certification, an internationally-recognised indication that an organisation is a social and environmental force for good. Here, the BDC’s Marketing & Communications Director Kate Vandenburg shares the venue’s journey to B Corp…
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Independent restaurants – apply now for cash grant
Are you an independent restaurant, café, pub or bar owner? You could get part of a £70,000 cash boost to help your business thrive. Businesses have just a few days left to apply for a share of the American Express-supported…
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Is your business the blooming best in the borough?
Islington’s favourite horticultural competition, Islington in Bloom, is open for another year. One of the Award categories is ‘Best Blooming Business‘, so if you think your business is top of the dahlias when it comes to flowers and plants, then give it a go…
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Islington Council Business Grants – check your eligibility and apply
8 Feb 2022 – Islington Council now has three different schemes currently open for applications offering financial support for businesses in relation to the impacts of Covid-19. Town Centre Fund Grant This scheme aims to support businesses and local organisations help re-build footfall in town centres and local shopping parades….
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Islington Council confirms ‘Restart Grant’ payment procedures
Islington Council has confirmed its procedures for making ‘Restart Grant‘ payments to eligible businesses. If you applied and were eligible for the previous Local Restrictions Support Grant you will automatically receive a Restart Grant and you should receive this payment by…
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Islington Council to open LRSG ‘Restart Grant’ Scheme in April
The LRSG Restart Grant scheme announced in the spring Budget will support businesses in reopening safely as COVID-19 restrictions are lifted. Grants will be available from early April 2021. Eligible businesses in the non-essential retail sector may be entitled to a one-off cash…
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Islington Omicron Additional Restrictions Grant Fund
4 Feb 2022 – Islington Council has announced that it will be opening the application process on Monday 7 February at 2pm for eligible businesses to claim a grant from the Omicron Additional Restrictions Grant (OARG) Fund. On the 21 December 2021, the Chancellor of the Exchequer announced the Omicron Additional Restrictions Grant…
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IT’S A QUESTION OF LOYALTY
So if you’re not one of the 3,500 Angel people busy swiping your Angel Swipii card at lunchtime and stacking up the loyalty points, then why not? Email us for a stack of cards for everyone in your office and…
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IT’S BLOOMIN’ GOLD AGAIN…
Islington has won London in Bloom’s Gold award for Borough of the Year and it’s no small thanks to us, says the council. Says Islington’s Parks & Open Spaces Manager Andrew Bedford: “By providing hanging baskets in the BID area,…
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Job opportunities at angel.london
Having recently secured a successful renewal ballot, angel.london is now entering our fourth term running until March 2027. We are looking to recruit two individuals to the positions of Place Manager and Business Crime Officer to help strengthen our team…
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Join Pubwatch meeting in August
Learn more about the Licensing Security and Vulnerability Initiative (SAVI) scheme at the next meeting of Pubwatch. SAVI is a self-assessment tool to help owners and operators of licensed premises create a safe and secure environment for everyone. The meeting on August 1…
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Join us at the first Angel Business Crime Reduction Partnership meeting – 11 May
A key output from the Angel Business Crime Summit held earlier this year was the re-establishment of the Angel Business Crime Reduction Partnership (ABCRP). We can now confirm that the first meeting of ABCRP will take place at 9am on Thursday 11 May at the…
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Join us at the launch of the Angel Responsible Business Network
We are inviting businesses to join us at the Crafts Council Gallery on Wednesday 26 April from 5 – 7pm for the launch the Angel Responsible Business Network. The Angel Responsible Business Network will be a group formed from organisations in the Angel area that wish…
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July newsletter – out now
Read the latest happenings in Angel with our July round-up. Our new issue includes: Have your say on Islington Council’s Liveable Neighbourhoods plan Online workshops + business survey to develop the area’s Net Zero strategy Launch of Angel Loves Summer…
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June newsletter – out now
Discover what’s new in Angel with our latest business round-up.This month’s issue includes: Plans for new music venue and restaurant Soul Mama Angel Central’s Do Good Festival Celebrate Islington Community Festival Angel Loves Summer Angel Loves Indies Latest new openings…
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Just announced – Puppy Yoga for Angel Loves Summer
We’ve teamed up with puppy play experts Puppy Yoga London to bring you free sessions of puppy yoga this month. The heart-melting events are part of Angel Loves Summer, a range of activities exclusively for staff of Angel Business Improvement District’s members to…
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Line-up announced for ‘Celebrate Islington Community Festival’
Drumming, dancing, ukuleles and more will be entertaining people at the vibrant ‘Celebrate Islington Community Festival’ next month. Free fun, stalls, and food and drink will be taking over Islington Town Hall in Upper Street on Wednesday, July 12 from 5.45pm-9pm. The festival…
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Love all at Islington Square summer events
Islington Square is serving an ace this weekend showing the Wimbledon Finals as part of its Summer Terrace extravaganza. Watch every nail-biting moment from the comfort of a colourful deckchair with Pimm’s and ice cream when the design-led shopping destination…
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Mandatory face-coverings in retail and other settings – downloadable poster
From today (Tuesday 30 November) wearing a face covering is once again mandatory in shops and other indoor settings including banks, hairdressers, nail salons and takeaways (see full list HERE) as well as on public transport unless individuals are exempt from wearing one. To support businesses in ensuring that…
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Members bring the sunshine to rainy Summer Social
Angel Islington BID was delighted to welcome members, supporters and friends to this year’s Summer Social – this time held at the Halo Bar at Hilton Angel Islington. The evening was an opportunity for members new and existing to get together and for the BID to thank everyone for their…
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New Business Crime Officer
As the Angel continues to get busier, we are pleased to support our front-facing businesses by increasing the strength of our Business Crime Officer (BCO) Team. Our existing BCO Gerry has recently been joined by Camilla (pictured right above alongside…
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New Govt Guidance for businesses to become ‘COVID-19 Secure’
Yesterday, Tuesday 23 June, the Prime Minister announced that certain businesses can re-open to the public from Saturday 4 July. Details of which business types can, and cannot, open from 4 July is available HERE Official Guidance for businesses to ensure…
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New Hospitality Grant from Islington Council
The hospitality sector in Islington is an integral part of the borough’s identity and key to rebuilding the local economy. It is for this reason that Islington Council is opening its Hospitality Grants Scheme today (26 October). The new Grant…
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New test & trace rules for hospitality and close contact businesses when re-opening
The rules on what you need to do when a group enters your venue have changed – everyone will need to check-in, not just the ‘lead’ party member. From 12 April, it will be mandatory for hospitality and close contact businesses…
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NHS Test and Trace App – QR Code Poster creation tool and guidance
21 Sept 2020 – The NHS COVID-19 ‘Test and Trace’ App will launch nationally this Thursday, 24 September. Hospitality businesses (inc. hair and beauty salons, pubs, restaurants and cinemas) can now create a unique QR Code and create posters to display…
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Night overground from Highbury & Islington to New Cross Gate returns next month
Night Overground services will resume between Highbury & Islington and New Cross Gate from Friday 17 December. They will run every 15 minutes throughout the night on Fridays and Saturdays. The east London service will join the Central and Victoria tube lines,…
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Northern line (Bank branch) to re-open on Monday 16 May
TfL has today (Mon 9 May) confirmed that the Northern line (Bank branch) will re-open from next Monday, 16 May. The re-opening will mean that underground trains will resume through the Angel to / from Kennington after a four month suspension. The…
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Notice of Annual General Meeting – Wednesday 17 May
The Annual General Meeting of the Angel Business Improvement District Ltd (trading as angel.london) will take place on Wednesday 17 May at 8:30am in the Executive Centre at the Business Design Centre. Refreshments will be available from at 8am. All…
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Offer: 25% off at Flight Club Islington
Whether it’s a Big Fish, Little Fish, Double-In or Double-Out you can now have a shot at the bullseye for less with Flight Club Islington’s Neighbourhood Discount offer. The social darts hub is offering 25% off food, drink and gaming…
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Offer: Crazy golf for £1 at Birdies
Who doesn’t love a birthday bash? Birdies that’s who. The crazy golf emporium at Angel Central shopping centre is celebrating the milestone by offering anyone working in the local area a round for £1 at its Big Birthday Bash on…
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Omicron Hospitality & Leisure Grant – applications closing on 11 March
REMINDER: Application process for eligible businesses to claim a grant from the Omicron Hospitality & Leisure Grant Fund is closing on Friday 11 March. On the 21 December 2021, the Chancellor of the Exchequer announced the Omicron Hospitality & Leisure Grant for eligible businesses in the…
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Omicron Hospitality & Leisure Grant – Islington Council opens applications process
20 Jan 2022 – On the 21 December 2021, the Chancellor of the Exchequer announced the Omicron Hospitality & Leisure Grant for eligible businesses in the hospitality and leisure sectors. Under the terms of the scheme business will be provided with a one-off grant,…
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Operational update for businesses 20.03.20
SAFER The Angel Town Centre Police Team will continue to patrol the town centre as normal until further notice, supporting businesses as required. If you, or your employees, require assistance relating to non-emergency business crime, you can contact the…
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PARKING PLANS PROVOKE A POWERFUL RESPONSE
We are delighted to confirm that after HUGE opposition from businesses and residents at the Angel, the council have scrapped their plans to extend parking charges to seven days here. They have reported that 76% of people responding to their…
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PRAMS & PURSES
No, it’s not the name of a trendy new bar, but a warning not to leave your shopping or handbags hanging over the back of your pushchair or they may be stolen. Angel Police Team are investigating a number of…
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Proposed road changes affecting the Angel – St Mary’s People Friendly Streets scheme
04 November 2021 – Islington Council is planning to implement a People-Friendly Streets (PFS) Scheme in the St Mary’s Church area in December 2021. The proposals are likely to impact on traffic flows and deliveries for businesses in the Angel….
READ MORE >Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Bank Holiday weekend operational update
BUSINESS WASTE AND RECYCLING Standard business recycling services will continue over the extended bank holiday weekend, so please present your bags and stickered cardboard bundles out for collection as normal. Recycling bags & Stickers – If you require recycling bags and stickers to cover the extended bank holiday…
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RECYCLE IT. SAVE £££s
Are you recycling with us? There’s no excuse not to when you see the figures. Our six free recycling services are saving businesses a total of £7,000 per month. We’re filling three lorry loads a day – if everyone was…
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Register for Angel Business Crime Reduction Partnership meeting
Interested in making Angel a safer place? Join the next Business Crime Reduction Partnership meeting on September 29 where crime and safety issues in the area will be discussed. The group has set targets to reduce key crimes in Angel, and businesses play a…
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Register now for Net Zero workshops
Join us next month at one of two free workshops to share ideas and approaches to achieving net zero in the Angel neighbourhood. Angel.London, with sustainability consultancy firm Anthesis, is inviting the area’s businesses, organisations and stakeholders to one of…
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Register your business for free on the Clean Air Villages Directory
11 Aug 2020 – If your business offers delivery services via ultra-low emission vehicles, cargo bikes or by foot then you can register your business for free on the Clean Air Villages Directory. Managed by the Cross River Partnership (of which…
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Register your business for the Govt ‘Eat Out to Help Out’ Scheme
14.07.20 – Last week the Chancellor announced that the Govt intended to support hospitality businesses through the ‘Eat Out to Help Out’ Scheme starting on the 3 August. Businesses can use the Eat Out to Help Out Scheme to offer…
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Reminder – claim now for Retail, Leisure and Hospitality Grant Scheme and Small Business Grant Scheme
22.04.2020 Islington Council has already processed over 2,600 grant applications and distributed over £43.5 million to local businesses under the Coronavirus Small Business Grant Fund or Coronavirus Retail, Hospitality and Leisure Grant Fund. This level of funding makes the Council…
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Rent negotiations – pointers for businesses
We are aware that for many businesses rental charges are a major fixed expenditure and during this unprecedented time for business, we hope landlords too would make concessions in order for their tenants to continue trading. If you are having…
READ MORE >Reporting Crimes and anti-social behaviour in the Angel – who and when to contact
Businesses within the Angel have a range of people and various methods in which to report crime and anti-social behaviour. It is important that your workers know who to contact in certain situations, so here is a brief summary: In an emergency, call 999 –…
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Reporting outbreaks of coronavirus – workplace action cards
30 July 2020 – Whilst we all hope that any business in the Angel doesn’t experience an outbreak linked to their organisation, it is vital for owners or managers to know how to report one should this happen. Public Health…
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SAFER – Acid attack (Project Diffuse) training session a huge success
On Wednesday 14 March over 100 staff from businesses and organisations from the Angel BID area attended an acid attack training event hosted by angel.london. The event incorporated a truly lifelike simulation of an acid attack taking place within a…
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SAFER – Angel Police Team Christmas duty schedule
The Angel Police Team, funded by angel.london, will be on duty every day throughout the festive period excluding Christmas Day and New Years Day. For the first time, members of the Angel Police Team will be on duty on Boxing…
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SAFER – Angel Police Team’s ‘Operation Wing’ takes flight
Over the last couple of months, the Angel Police Team, which is funded by angel.london, launched ‘Operation Wing’. The proactive theft operation targets suspects operating in specific areas of the BID and includes three aspects: Linking with staff and security…
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SAFER – Don’t be a victim of a phone snatch
There are 300 phone snatches in Islington on average EVERY month and we are continually working with our Angel Police Team to cut those figures at the Angel by raising everyone’s awareness. The three messages from the police are Check…
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SAFER – Free bespoke security training by the Angel Police Team
What do you do if you see someone shoplifting from your premises, stealing a smartphone in your bar or causing a disturbance? What does the law say and how does it protect you? All these questions and much more can…
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SAFER – Free bespoke security training for your business by Angel Police Team
What do you do if you see someone stealing your stock, or someone’s bag in your café, or a phone from the table in your bar? Confront them, eject them forcibly from the premises? How do you do that effectively…
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SAFER – FREE bespoke security training sessions by Angel Police Team
Can you easily spot shoplifters? What do you do if you see someone stealing your stock, or someone’s bag in your café, or a phone from the table in your bar? Confront them, eject them forcibly from the premises? How…
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SAFER – Highbury Corner overnight road closures and switch to two-way traffic in April
As part of the Highbury Corner improvement works, sections of Upper Street and Holloway Road will be closed overnight in the coming weeks. A series of staged overnight closures will take place from 8pm on Friday 5 April to 5am on Thursday 11…
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SAFER – How best to help street beggars
Last month Islington Council launched a campaign to advise the public how best to support those begging on the street. Entitled ‘Spare Change or Real Change?‘ the campaign highlights that giving street beggars cash donations, whilst generous and well intended,…
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SAFER – How best to report a crime to the Met Police in the Angel
If you experience a business related crime it is important that you report this to the police. If you are a business within the Angel BID area and you want to report a crime related to your business (such as shoplifting, theft,…
READ MORE >SAFER – Keep hydrated on the tube to the keep the Angel flowing
Unfortunately, Angel tube station has one of the highest rates of ‘PIOTs’ (Passengers Ill On Trains) across the whole London Underground network. During the summer many of the PIOTs are due to dehydration and overheating. When one incident occurs, this can…
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SAFER – Knife Angel London event for businesses: Tuesday 24 September
We are pleased to announce that on Tuesday 24 September angel.london will be hosting Knife Angel London; an exclusive event to support businesses in reducing knife crime in Islington. Where and when is this event? Knife Angel London will be held…
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SAFER – Met Police Winter Vigilance Campaign 2018: Sixty Second Security Checklist
The Met Police County Terrorism Policing unit has launched a campaign to encourage the public to remain alert while out and about shopping or enjoying the festive season and to report anything suspicious to staff, security or police. Under the…
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SAFER – Police publish new security guidance for retailers
The National Business Crime Centre and the Met Police have published two new documents for retail businesses. The first ‘Ten Principles of Crime Prevention‘ is a useful worksheet containing checklists for store managers and staff, outlining how applying straightforward measures can reduce crime…
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SAFER – Project Argus & Project Griffin: could your business benefit from FREE counter terrorism training?
As we continue to be vigilant in the face of attacks on our communities, all angel.london businesses can benefit from exclusive FREE bespoke training courses from the Met Police counter-terror police team. PROJECT GRIFFIN – For all staff Officers will…
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SAFER – PubWatch members and Angel Police Team work together to catch burglar
Licensed businesses in the Angel PubWatch group and our Angel Police Team showed once again the benefit of joint working after the arrest and charge of a repeat burglar. As a result of information sharing by our licensed premises…
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SAFER – Put security at the top of your Christmas list
angel.london is supporting Counter Terrorism Police’s campaign to help keep crowded places safe over the festive period. Officers are calling on the public and those who work in our busy towns and cities to remain vigilant and report any concerns…
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SAFER – Angel Police Team catches and charges prolific thief
We are sure you will all want to thank our wonderful Angel Police Team in catching and charging one of the most prolific thieves in Angel. On Tuesday 6 March, Kelly Vigors was charged with eight counts of theft, one…
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SAFER – Met Police launch new ‘BE SAFE’ campaign
The Metropolitan Police has launched a new campaign entitled ‘BE SAFE’ to highlight the issue of smart phone theft, often by thieves on two wheeled vehicles. Criminals use scooters and bikes to snatch phones and valuables, often riding up behind…
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SAFER: Coronavirus: Updated information for businesses as at 16.03.20
The ongoing situation relating to COVID-19 is having a major impact on businesses of all sizes and types and the situation is changing daily. As a business-led organisation, we will do all we can to support businesses within the Angel…
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SAFER: Free police security training session – Islington Square. Tues 17 March @ 11am
The Angel Town Centre Police Team is running a security training session for anyone from a customer facing business (i.e. shop, cafe, restaurant etc.) at Islington Square on Tuesday 17 March at 11am. The session, lasting one hour, will cover loss prevention…
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SAFER: Novel coronavirus COVID-19 – Latest guidance for businesses as at 12.03.20
The Government and Public Health England has produced specific guidance for employers and businesses in response to Novel Coronavirus COVID-19 – the latest information can be accessed HERE If you are circulating information to your employees, it is important…
READ MORE >SAFER: Part closure of Upper Street – Sat 15 & Sun 16 September
To facilitate works at the RBS Bank building using a mobile crane, over the weekend of Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th September there will be a partial road closure of the southern carriageway of Upper Street between the junction of…
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SAFER: Top tips to keep you and your belonging safe this winter
As the nights are drawing in, its a good time to think about simple ways you can keep yourself and your belonging safe from criminals. The Met Police provides great information and tips, including: Keep your valuables, including your mobile,…
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SAFER: Updated support for businesses as at 18.03.20
Yesterday (17 March 2020) the Chancellor announced further support for businesses in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Details of the support packages can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/guidance-to-employers-and-businesses-about-covid-19/covid-19-support-for-businesses A summary of the expanded support package includes: a statutory sick pay…
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Save the date for Angel Responsible Business Network meeting
Share ideas on how to create a more sustainable Angel neighbourhood at the September meeting of the Angel Responsible Business Network (ARBN). The interactive session will include plans for a local employment research study, continue to build on discussions about…
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Self-Employment Income Support Scheme – Second round of grants available
18 Aug 2020 – The Self-Employment Income Support Scheme – to help those self-employed or a member of a partnership who have been affected by Coronavirus – is now open for its second round of applications. You can make a…
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September newsletter – out now
Could this be our most packed issue yet? We’ve got tons to share with your this month, with news including: Angel Islington’s Summer Social + new brand identity launch Crafters sought for our Christmas spectacular ‘Glow in the Angel’ Curious…
READ MORE >SHOWING OFF!
What would Victorian music hall stars Marie Lloyd and Champagne Charlie say knowing today’s bright young things were following in their foosteps, treading on their boards? Well, not boards exactly. More concrete. The unfinished site of the former Collins music…
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SME Brexit Support Fund open for applications
Smaller businesses can apply for grants of up to £2,000 to help them adapt to new customs and tax rules when trading with the EU. The £20 million SME Brexit Support Fund enables traders to access practical support, including training for new customs,…
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SMILE, YOUR’E ON (EVEN MORE) CAMERAS
After two years of campaigning our two new CCTV cameras have been installed and switched on in Upper Street – and they are already delivering results. Recently a local bank alerted police they suspected two people were committing fraud in…
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Step 4 Roadmap – 19 July 2021
England moved to Step 4 on the Recovery Roadmap from Monday 19 July. In line with the Step, the Government has published updated Guidance for different business types to ensure that they are COVID-19 Secure. To see the latest Guidance for each…
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STRONGER – ‘We are Islington’ community event: Saturday 1 Feb – Islington Green
Join the council, local community groups and people from all across Islington to celebrate the borough’s proud diversity at a free community event on Islington Green on Saturday 1 February from 11.30am to 1.30pm. There will be performances, speeches, free refreshments…
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STRONGER – Angel Business Survey 2018: Results
Following completion of our Annual Business Survey 2018 by The Retail Group in August, we are pleased to share the full results of this year’s survey. The report covers many aspects regarding business in the Angel including customer segmentation, travel…
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STRONGER – Angel part TfL’s new marketing campaign
Transport for London has launched a new marketing campaign ‘Tap into the wonderful world of off-peak‘. The campaign, in conjunction with TimeOut, encourages Londoners and visitors to explore different parts of London outside the peak hours to participate in cultural…
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STRONGER – Annual Business Survey 2018
angel.london recently commissioned experienced consultants The Retail Group to carry out our annual business survey of the Angel. Researchers from The Retail Group have visited businesses across the BID area to distribute and collect the questionnaires. The annual survey gives…
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STRONGER – Armed Forces Day Saturday 30 June 2018. Can you support with product donations?
Armed Forces Day is a chance to show support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community, from currently serving troops to Service families, veterans and cadets. To mark Armed Forces Day, the Islington Veterans Association…
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STRONGER – Autumn edition of Inside Angel published
We are delighted to publish the latest edition of ‘Inside Angel’, our quarterly publication giving businesses the lowdown on all that’s going on in the Angel. The autumn 2019 edition includes a round up of activities and initiatives in the…
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STRONGER – BREXIT Support for EU Londoners
As the deadline for the UK leaving the EU approaches, Europeans who work and live in the Angel can access information to help ensure they understand how BREXIT affects them. The Mayor of London website has created a dedicated hub…
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STRONGER – BREXIT support for SME businesses
As we move towards the latest BREXIT deadline of 31 October, it is important that all businesses make the necessary preparations whatever the outcome of negotiations. The London Growth Hub has an excellent Brexit Business Resource Hub giving up-to-date and concise…
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STRONGER – Business Networking Event for SMEs
The BIG Alliance and Heart of the City have joined forces to connect a cluster of Islington based small to medium sized businesses (SMEs) to engage in responsible business activities. As part of this activity they will be holding a…
READ MORE >STRONGER – Camden Passage ‘End of Summer (mini) Festival’ – Saturday 22 September
Camden Passage and the streets around will come alive on Saturday 22 September when businesses and traders will be coming together to create a mini-festival. There will be lots going on in the Passage including music, entertainment and free ‘tasters’ and…
READ MORE >STRONGER – Conferences & Exhibitions at the Business Design Centre: June 2018
At angel.london we want to ensure that you are aware of what’s going on in the BID area and which events will be potentially bringing customers to your business. Here’s some details of the conferences and exhibitions taking place at the Business…
READ MORE >STRONGER – Conferences & Exhibitions at the Business Design Centre: May 2018
At angel.london we want to ensure that you are aware of what’s going on in the BID area and which events will be potentially bringing customers to your business. Here’s some details of the conferences and exhibitions taking place at the Business…
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STRONGER – Conferences & Exhibitions at the Business Design Centre: Sept 2018
At angel.london we want to ensure that you are aware of what’s going on in the BID area and which events will be potentially bringing customers to your business. Here’s some details of the conferences and exhibitions taking place at the Business…
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STRONGER – Conferences & Exhibitions coming to Angel in April
Knowledge is power right? Here at angel.london we want to ensure all businesses in the BID area know what’s going on and the events that could well bring customers to your door. Well, as your helpful friend, below is the…
READ MORE >STRONGER – Conferences and Exhibition at the Business Design Centre: October 2018
At angel.london we want to ensure that you are aware of what’s going on in the BID area and which events will be potentially bringing customers to your business. Here’s some details of the conferences and exhibitions taking place at the Business…
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STRONGER – Conferences and exhibitions at the Business Design Centre: March 2019
At angel.london we want to ensure that you are aware of what’s going on in the BID area and which events will be potentially bringing customers to your business. Here’s some details of the conferences and exhibitions taking place at…
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STRONGER – Events and exhibitions at the Business Design Centre: June 2019
At angel.london we want to ensure that you are aware of what’s going on in the BID area and which events will be potentially bringing customers to your business. Here’s some details of the conferences and exhibitions taking place at…
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STRONGER – Exhibitions and Conferences at the Business Design Centre: April 2019
At angel.london we want to ensure that you are aware of what’s going on in the BID area and which events will be potentially bringing customers to your business. Here’s some details of the conferences and exhibitions taking place at…
READ MORE >STRONGER – Exhibitions and conferences at the Business Design Centre: Feb 2019
At angel.london we want to ensure that you are aware of what’s going on in the BID area and which events will be potentially bringing customers to your business. Here’s some details of the conferences and exhibitions taking place at…
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STRONGER – Exhibitions and conferences at the Business Design Centre: July 2019
At angel.london we want to ensure that you are aware of what’s going on in the BID area and which events will be potentially bringing customers to your business. Here’s some details of the conferences and exhibitions taking place at…
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STRONGER – Exhibitions at the Business Design Centre: Jan 19
At angel.london we want to ensure that you are aware of what’s going on in the BID area and which events will be potentially bringing customers to your business. Here’s some details of the conferences and exhibitions taking place at the Business…
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STRONGER – FREE expert masterclasses for SMEs on commercial property leases
The programme offers a series of FREE masterclasses and 1-to-1 sessions in May for London-based SMEs who are looking to enter in to, or renew, a commercial property lease. Funded by GLA, and delivered by Nwes, on behalf of…
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STRONGER – FREE workshop for small businesses to ‘Go Green and Save Money’
Islington Sustainable Energy Partnership in partnership with Islington Council will be delivering a FREE workshop for micro and small businesses in Islington called ‘Go Green and Save Money’. The workshop it will cover: Environmental actions that will save you the…
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STRONGER – Guest markets to join Chapel Market
Worldwide flavours and products will come to Chapel Market this week as the normal market will be joined by stallholders from around the world and artisanal cheese producers. From Wednesday 26th to Saturday 29th September, traders from across the world will be selling food and…
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STRONGER – halo, the angel.london offer scheme launches!
We are delighted to announce that ‘halo’, our new offer scheme for anyone working in the Angel, is now live! All employees in the Angel can register online for a FREE halo card at www.halocard.london. Please pass on this link…
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STRONGER – halo, the new angel.london offer scheme
Do you want to promote your business to the lucrative local worker market to encourage new and repeat custom? halo, our new offer scheme for local employees, gives you the opportunity to do this by providing an offer for inclusion in the scheme. Employees…
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STRONGER – Inside Angel, Spring 2019 edition
We are delighted to have published our latest edition of ‘Inside Angel’, our quarterly publication giving businesses the lowdown on all that’s going on in the Angel. The spring 2019 edition includes a round up of the great results our…
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STRONGER – Introducing a special offer from equals.financial
equals.financial is a new insurance business based in the NatWest Innovation Hub next to Angel underground station. The company’s founders have over 90 years of personal business and insurance expertise and grounded by their service in the UK Armed Forces…
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STRONGER – Our Annual Review 2018/19 published
We are pleased to publish our Annual Review 2018/19. The Review contains details of how angel.london has performed against our commitments over the last year, and our ‘promises’ and budget for 2019/20. Printed copies of the Annual Review have been…
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STRONGER – Our essential Christmas and New Year newsletter
Our latest newsletter has been published. The newsletter covers the Christmas and New Year recycling and business waste collection timetables, closure of the Northern Line affecting the Angel on Boxing Day and much more… To view the newsletter CLICK HERE
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STRONGER – Our latest newsletter
Our latest newsletter has been published. The newsletter covers the Easter recycling and business waste collection timetables, changes to the traffic system at Highbury and much more. To view the newsletter CLICK HERE
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STRONGER – Remembrance Sunday – Parade and Two Minute Silence
To mark Remembrance Sunday (Sunday 11th November) commemorations will be taking place in the Angel. At 10.10am a parade will depart Union Chapel and continue south down Upper Street to Islington Green, with an estimated arrival time at Islington Green…
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STRONGER – Save our Shops Petition
We have been pleased with the public response to the Save Our Shops petition led by the Islington Chamber of Commerce and fully supported by angel.london. We distributed signing sheets to retailers across the Angel and have been busy collecting…
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STRONGER – Seminar on new legislation for landlords and letting agents: 12 June 2019
On 12 June, Islington Trading Standards Service will be holding a seminar aimed at letting agents and landlords. The seminar, held at Islington Assembly Hall, will give an opportunity to find out first-hand more about two new pieces of legislation:…
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STRONGER – Shows and Exhibitions at the Business Design Centre: May 2019
At angel.london we want to ensure that you are aware of what’s going on in the BID area and which events will be potentially bringing customers to your business. Here’s some details of the conferences and exhibitions taking place at…
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STRONGER – St Mary’s Ward Partnership Open Meeting – Tues 26 June @ 6.30PM
The next St Mary’s Ward Partnership meeting will take place on Tuesday 26 June at 6.3opm, in Committee Room 1, Islington Town Hall. The meeting will be an open meeting and is an opportunity for you to have your say…
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STRONGER – Subsidised mental health & wellbeing training programme for employers
In a rapidly changing marketplace, workforce wellbeing and resilience are increasingly recognised as key to business productivity, sustainability and readiness for change. As a response to the researched costs and consequences of not paying attention to employee mental health, the…
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STRONGER – Support for businesses to help recruit from the deaf community
Last week was Deaf Awareness Week and we want to ensure that the local business community know there is support available from Islington Council and its partners to help you recruit candidates from the deaf community. How would you conduct an interview for someone…
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STRONGER – Time Out Love London Awards 2018: Angel Winners!
Congratulations to all the businesses in the Angel BID area that were successful in the Time Out ‘Love London’ Awards 2018. The Time Out Love London Awards celebrate the best in the capital and the public can vote for the…
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STRONGER – New openings in Angel!
As always, here at angel.london we adore shiny new things, so we’re delighted to welcome the following businesses to Angel. We wish them every success in their new ventures! KANADA-YA RAMEN BAR 35 Upper Street – www.kanada-ya.com/angel Angel is the…
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STRONGER: Making responsible business the heart of your business – grant opportunity available
Heart of the City supports small to medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in London to do well by doing good. Their two-year foundation programme of events, online resources and mentoring coaches business leaders to learn how to develop and implement a responsible…
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STRONGER: Food & beverage concession opportunity – Crafts Council Gallery courtyard
The Crafts Council on Pentonville Road is looking for applications for a food and drink concession in the courtyard outside its new Gallery. The spot will have street visibility in the restored courtyard outside the listed building. Considerable footfall is expected from the…
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STRONGER: Free BREXIT Business Resilience Workshop – 25 Feb @ Islington Town Hall
The London Growth Hub is offering a FREE workshop designed to help businesses remain resilient and find new opportunities to sustain and grow, even during times of economic uncertainty. The workshop will take place at Islington Town Hall on Tuesday…
READ MORE >STRONGER: Free business accessibility audit for the ‘Access Guide to the Angel’
angel.london has joined forces with Islington Council and AccessAble* in a partnership to ensure that disabled workers and visitors to the Angel have the information they need to make use of the fantastic resources available here. Launching in early summer,…
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STRONGER: Inside Angel – Summer 2019 edition published
We are delighted to publish the latest edition of ‘Inside Angel’, our quarterly publication giving businesses the lowdown on all that’s going on in the Angel. The summer 2019 edition includes a round up of activities and initiatives in the…
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STRONGER: Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day commemorations in the Angel
To mark Remembrance Sunday (10 November) and Armistice Day (11 November), commemorations will be taking place in the Angel. On Sunday 10 November – At 10.10am a parade will depart Union Chapel and continue south down Upper Street to Islington…
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STRONGER: Save money on your energy bills with Nationwide Utilities
We understand that energy can be a significant cost to our BID levy payers and knowing when to secure your contracts and finding the right supplier at the time can also be complex and time consuming. To help you save…
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Supporting Circular Business – Grant opportunity for SMEs from January and two lead-in projects open now
Islington Council is partnering with ReLondon to offer grants and expert advice to small businesses based in the borough to help reduce waste by adopting Circular Economy principles and playing a vital role in tackling climate change. Islington businesses with less than…
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Supporting employers to encourage staff to get the COVID-19 vaccine
The take up of the COVID-19 vaccine has thankfully been very high, with the Angel’s Business Design Centre welcoming thousands through its door to receive the vaccination. However, there is still reticence among some members of the population to receive the vaccination, and this could cause some…
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Take part in a Volunteering Taster Day on 19 July
The BIG Alliance invites local businesses to volunteer alongside others at Caledonian Park, a much-loved community green space in Islington. Date: Tuesday 19th July 2022 Timings: The day will be split into two shifts, with an AM and PM session. Volunteers can opt to attend either…
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TfL publishes updated guidance for businesses – 12 April
Transport for London has published its latest business guidance notes to help you support journeys made by your employees as Government lockdown restrictions are eased over the coming months. Support your team by encouraging them to travel at quieter times (roll…
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The Angel is all set to ‘Glow’ on Thursday 17 November
We are delighted to confirm that our ‘Glow in the Angel’ event, that includes the switching on of the festive lights in the Angel, will take place on Thursday 17 November. We are working with partners to create a series of activities…
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THERE’S A TWINKLE IN THE AIR….IT’S THE ANGEL CHRISTMAS LIST
December 4-20 10am-6pm Angel Christmas Market, Islington Green Back by popular demand, angel.london & Clever Creations present the Angel’s most vibrant and festive outdoor Christmas Market for two whole weeks on Islington Green. Stocked with top quality, hand-picked, must-see designers & exhibitors…
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Travel safety information for businesses from TfL
As the economy opens up and businesses are welcoming their staff back to the workplace, TfL has produced updated information for businesses to pass onto their employees to show how the public transport network in the capital is COVID safe….
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Try something new for free with Angel Loves Summer
Angel Loves Summer is back with a bunch of exciting new activities exclusively for our levy-payers to enjoy on us! It’s a chance for us to say thank you for being part of the BID and for the neighbourhood’s unique businesses…
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UPDATE: Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme information for businesses as at 07.04.20
7 April 2020 On Saturday 4 April the Govt updated guidance for the Coronavirus Staff Retention Scheme for businesses in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Employer guidance has been updated in line with some of the main queries HMRC has…
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Updated ‘Eat Out to Help Out’ venues in the Angel
4 Aug – The ‘Eat Out to Help Out’ Scheme launched yesterday and even more dining venues across the Angel are participating. The list of venues now includes The York public house offering great pub grub and Katsute 100 serving…
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Van Gogh-inspired programme for Islington Festival of Music and Art
Reflections glistening on the waters of the Rhône captured at night by Vincent Van Gogh is the stunning inspiration for this year’s Islington Festival of Music and Art. The painting, Starry Night Over The Rhône, celebrates both France and night-time,…
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Visitors enjoy ‘We Are Islington Festival’
Stalls, traders and entertainment brightened up a drizzly Saturday afternoon at the ‘We Are Islington Festival’. The Islington Council event gathered makers, local organisations and groups, and performers to showcase the area’s diverse offering and community. Advice stands were also…
READ MORE >WE ❤️ TEA
We’re still continuing our work to make Angel the most welcoming town centre in London to older people. Thanks to new tea shop Piacha for having Islington Pensioners Forum to tea. “Thanks so much for a very kind and generous…
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We’re hosting our first Angel Business Breakfast – come join us!
On Tuesday 28 June we will be hosting our first ‘Angel Business Breakfast‘ at the recently opened NOCI restaurant (www.nocirestaurant.co.uk) on Islington Green. The relaxed networking event will take place from 8.30am to 10am on Tuesday 28 June and is completely free for Angel BID businesses to attend….
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We’re recruiting – Marketing and Memberships Manager
We’re recruiting for a Marketing and Memberships Manager who will manage communication with our members. The role is a varied one and will involve delivering an annual programme of events, keeping members up to date with what the BID can…
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WE’RE THE IN CROWD
It seems that angel.london is THE business improvement district to be in. A number of businesses just outside the BID are now paying to become voluntary members. They’re keen to be part of our cohesive business community and want to…
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Wearing a face covering in shops becomes mandatory from 24 July
17 July 2020 – Under the new rules, people who do not wear a face covering in shops will face a fine of up to £100, in line with the sanction on public transport and just as with public transport,…
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What’s on in the Angel – April 2022
From the capital’s largest real chocolate Easter eggs to a new exhibition exploring how craft shapes global cultures, the coming month is jam-packed full of events, shows, gigs, and activities in the Angel. Find out all the details by clicking…
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What’s on in the Angel – Autumn / Winter 2022
Glow in the Angel 2022 – 17 November This year’s Glow in the Angel event – when the Christmas lights across the Angel are switched on – is taking place on Thursday 17 November. From 4pm to 8pm there will be extra-special ‘happenings’ across the Angel encompassing Camden…
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What’s on in the Angel – Feb / March 2022
As the Angel returns to full effect in all its glory, we’re pleased to launch a new monthly ‘What’s On’ guide to the town centre. CLICK ON THE VENUE NAME FOR MORE INFO… THEATRE & PERFORMANCE Kings Head Theatre – To celebrate…
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What’s on in the Angel – May / June 2022
From parties to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee to new art exhibitions, the coming month is jam-packed full of events, shows, gigs, and activities in the Angel. Find out all the details by clicking the link below: https://mailchi.mp/c1d391aa049e/latest-news-from-angellondon-4883954
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Where to watch (or avoid!) the World Cup in the Angel
Love football? Hate football? Either way we’ve got you covered with our round-up of venues in the Angel to catch the big World Cup games, or places to go and things to do if you want to avoid the silly football in Qatar. Where…
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Widening employment opportunities for young people
Islington Council and Angel Islington BID are keen to boost job opportunities for young people. Two recent initiatives to help connect businesses with talent from the local area included a speed networking event and work placements at Islington Central shopping centre. Last month Islington…
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Your comments sought on Islington Council’s Liveable Neighbourhoods plan
Islington Council has recently closed the first phase of consultation on a new set of low traffic and environmental improvement measures in Barnsbury and Laycock Ward, to the immediate north of Upper Street. The Liveable Neighbourhoods scheme looks set to…
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