EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 18/09/2026This week's newsletter of top stories and local listings is now out! Make sure to sign up so you stay in the know: tinyurl.com/EC1EchoNews Loads of local stories and loads of listings this week. Here's a link so you can see what you're missing - tinyurl.com/EC1Echo18thS... 000
Reposted by EC1 EchoianVisits @ianvisits.co.uk · 18/09/2026ianvisits.co.ukFree immersive dining experience coming to ShoreditchThe immersive tasting menu will revisit culinary fashions from the 1900s to the social-media creations of the 2010s. 082
Reposted by EC1 EchoUnion Chapel @unionchapeluk.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Want a FREE day out that mixes music and heritage in stunning architecture? Want to connect with the community? Looking for enriching children’s activities? Our OPEN DAY is TOMORROW Sat 19 Sep! Info/tickets: unionchapel.org.uk/venue/news-v... Photos: Gala Kononenko & @kaviz_photographic 021
Reposted by EC1 EchoianVisits @ianvisits.co.uk · 10/09/2026ianvisits.co.ukTickets Alert: Silent Night returns to Dennis Severs HouseThe atmospheric Dennis Severs’ House gets even more so in the winter months, and they’re resuming their candlelit Silent Nights next month 0105
Reposted by EC1 EchoThe Peel @thepeelclerkenwell.bsky.social · 10/09/2026Bartholomew Fayre is back this September – the world’s oldest fair! The Peel will be there too. Please come and say hello! Friday 18 September 4-8pm Saturday 19 September 1-7pm Charterhouse Square, EC1M 6AN www.ec1echo.co.uk/bartholomew-... 011
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 28/08/2026Bartholomew Fayre is back this September - the world's oldest fair! This September, head to Bartholomew Fayre in London's Smithfield – the oldest such event in the world. www.ec1echo.co.uk/bartholomew-fayre…ec1echo.co.ukBartholomew Fayre is back this September - the world's oldest fair!This September, head to Bartholomew Fayre in London's Smithfield – the oldest such event in the world. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 26/08/2026Travellers ‘intimidated’ by campaign to block new north London pitches A proposed new Gypsy and Traveller site in the heart of North London has triggered opposition from residents who fear the loss of a “much-loved” green space, however a group of Travellers say th www.ec1echo.co.uk/?p=9558ec1echo.co.ukTravellers ‘intimidated’ by campaign to block new north London pitchesA proposed new Gypsy and Traveller site in the heart of North London has triggered opposition from residents who fear the loss of a “much-loved” green space, however a group of Travellers say they feel “intimidated” by the campaign. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 25/08/2026Ban L Plate motorists from doing deliveries on London’s roads, ministers told Motorcyclists without a full licence must be banned from operating in London, ministers have been told. www.ec1echo.co.uk/?p=9554ec1echo.co.ukBan L Plate motorists from doing deliveries on London’s roads, ministers toldMotorcyclists without a full licence must be banned from operating in London, ministers have been told. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 25/08/2026City Hall’s housing targets incentivise small flats over family homes, Mayor warned Developers are incentivised to build too many one and two-bedroom properties in London instead of the fami www.ec1echo.co.uk/city-halls-housin…ec1echo.co.ukCity Hall’s housing targets incentivise small flats over family homes, Mayor warnedDevelopers are incentivised to build too many one and two-bedroom properties in London instead of the family-sized homes that the capital desperately needs, the Mayor of London has been told. 010
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 21/08/2026‘Sadiq Khan in a dress’: London Assembly Member opens up on toxic online abuse as anti-Muslim hate crimes skyrocket August 2024 did not feel like a safe time for London’s ethnic minorities – especially those from the Muslim community. www.ec1echo.co.uk/?p=9547ec1echo.co.uk‘Sadiq Khan in a dress’: London Assembly Member opens up on toxic online abuse as anti-Muslim hate crimes skyrocketAugust 2024 did not feel like a safe time for London’s ethnic minorities – especially those from the Muslim community. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 21/08/2026Turning the Tide - an award winning art installation comes to the City of London This free public artwork, created in partnership with disabled-led theatre company Graeae, celebrates young disabled actors and sparks important conversations around inclusion and urba www.ec1echo.co.uk/?p=9543ec1echo.co.ukTurning the Tide - an award winning art installation comes to the City of LondonThis free public artwork, created in partnership with disabled-led theatre company Graeae, celebrates young disabled actors and sparks important conversations around inclusion and urban resilience. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 21/08/2026Islington Council abandoned blind man with dementia by blocking his care account, watchdog finds An elderly blind man with dementia was left in the lurch by Islington Council after it needlessly cancelled his payment account, a watchdog has ruled. www.ec1echo.co.uk/?p=9540ec1echo.co.ukIslington Council abandoned blind man with dementia by blocking his care account, watchdog findsAn elderly blind man with dementia was left in the lurch by Islington Council after it needlessly cancelled his payment account, a watchdog has ruled. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 20/08/2026London transformed into open-air gallery for the fifth edition of London Sculpture Week London Sculpture Week 2026, bringing together the Fourth Plinth, East Bank, Frieze Sculpture, Sculpture in the City and The Line, takes place from 19 to 27 September with free a www.ec1echo.co.uk/?p=9535ec1echo.co.ukLondon transformed into open-air gallery for the fifth edition of London Sculpture WeekLondon Sculpture Week 2026, bringing together the Fourth Plinth, East Bank, Frieze Sculpture, Sculpture in the City and The Line, takes place from 19 to 27 September with free and ticketed events across the Capital. 001
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 20/08/2026London bus drivers ‘forced to use bottles’ on board over lack of toilets, campaigner warns Bus drivers are being forced to urinate in bottles on board due to a lack of toilets along ce www.ec1echo.co.uk/london-bus-driver…ec1echo.co.ukLondon bus drivers ‘forced to use bottles’ on board over lack of toilets, campaigner warnsBus drivers are being forced to urinate in bottles on board due to a lack of toilets along certain routes in London, a campaigner has said. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 20/08/2026Animal Crackers - a walking tour Discover the extraordinary and sometimes disturbing stories of animals connected to Clerkenwell on this free walking tour. www.ec1echo.co.uk/animal-crackers-a…ec1echo.co.ukAnimal Crackers - a walking tourDiscover the extraordinary and sometimes disturbing stories of animals connected to Clerkenwell on this free walking tour. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 20/08/2026Londoners wary of Live Facial Recognition rollout as Met and BTP trial operations at major shopping and transport hubs Londoners are concerned about the www.ec1echo.co.uk/londoners-wary-of…ec1echo.co.ukLondoners wary of Live Facial Recognition rollout as Met and BTP trial operations at major shopping and transport hubsLondoners are concerned about the rollout of facial recognition technology (FRT) due to worries about errors, privacy and surveillance, recent polling has revealed. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 19/08/2026St John Ambulance launches Save a Life September campaign In Greater London, 41% of people do not recognise that choking can become life-threatening in minutes without first aid, according to new research from St J www.ec1echo.co.uk/st-john-ambulance…ec1echo.co.ukSt John Ambulance launches Save a Life September campaignIn Greater London, 41% of people do not recognise that choking can become life-threatening in minutes without first aid, according to new research from St John Ambulance. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 18/08/2026TfL must prioritise ageing escalators or risk passengers being put off public transport Transport for London (TfL) must make broken and ageing escalators a funding priority to ensure t www.ec1echo.co.uk/tfl-must-prioriti…ec1echo.co.ukTfL must prioritise ageing escalators or risk passengers being put off public transportTransport for London (TfL) must make broken and ageing escalators a funding priority to ensure the Mayor’s active transport targets are feasible, a senior London Assembly Member has said. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 18/08/2026Find out more about Islington's animal history Discover Islington’s beastly past through a fascinating display of unique collections at Islington Archives. www.ec1echo.co.uk/find-out-more-abo…ec1echo.co.ukFind out more about Islington's animal historyDiscover Islington’s beastly past through a fascinating display of unique collections at Islington Archives. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 14/08/2026Sadiq Khan points to tripling affordable starts as City Hall targets final housebuilding push Sadiq Khan is set to fall far short of ministerial targets for affordable homes in London barring a miraculous uptick in housing starts over the next three months. www.ec1echo.co.uk/?p=9504ec1echo.co.ukSadiq Khan points to tripling affordable starts as City Hall targets final housebuilding pushSadiq Khan is set to fall far short of ministerial targets for affordable homes in London barring a miraculous uptick in housing starts over the next three months. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 14/08/2026Inside the British Museum’s ‘biggest ever’ refurbishment The arrival of the Bayeux Tapestry from France may have stolen the show at the British Museum this summer, but behind the scenes the wheels are turning on the London landmark’s major transformation. www.ec1echo.co.uk/?p=9500ec1echo.co.ukInside the British Museum’s ‘biggest ever’ refurbishmentThe arrival of the Bayeux Tapestry from France may have stolen the show at the British Museum this summer, but behind the scenes the wheels are turning on the London landmark’s major transformation. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 13/08/2026Local resident presents intriguing film season at the The Garden Cinema A 24 year old Clerkenwell resident with ambitions to open a cinema in Islington has an exciting new film season at The Garden Ci www.ec1echo.co.uk/local-resident-pr…ec1echo.co.ukLocal resident presents intriguing film season at the The Garden CinemaA 24 year old Clerkenwell resident with ambitions to open a cinema in Islington has an exciting new film season at The Garden Cinema 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 11/08/2026TfL and Sadiq Khan under pressure to scrap floating bus stops as disability groups warn of ‘legitimate risk’ Plans for future ‘floating bus stops’ in London must be scrapped to avoid any future tragedies involving cyclists colliding with vulnerable people, campaign www.ec1echo.co.uk/?p=9492ec1echo.co.ukTfL and Sadiq Khan under pressure to scrap floating bus stops as disability groups warn of ‘legitimate risk’Plans for future ‘floating bus stops’ in London must be scrapped to avoid any future tragedies involving cyclists colliding with vulnerable people, campaigners have said. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 11/08/2026London’s Burial Crisis: How the capital is running out of space for the dead The Mayor of London has been told to use his convening powers to prevent an impending burial space crisis in the capital after a City Hall audit revealed more than half of the city’s local www.ec1echo.co.uk/?p=9488ec1echo.co.ukLondon’s Burial Crisis: How the capital is running out of space for the deadThe Mayor of London has been told to use his convening powers to prevent an impending burial space crisis in the capital after a City Hall audit revealed more than half of the city’s local authorities will run out of space within 15 years. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 10/08/2026Fare evasion levels show Sadiq Khan has “lost control” over law and order in London City Hall is rewarding Transport for London (TfL) officials who have “lost control” of fare evasion on the network, a senior Conservative campaigner has claimed. www.ec1echo.co.uk/?p=9485ec1echo.co.ukFare evasion levels show Sadiq Khan has “lost control” over law and order in LondonCity Hall is rewarding Transport for London (TfL) officials who have “lost control” of fare evasion on the network, a senior Conservative campaigner has claimed. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 10/08/2026Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration welcomes over 15,000 visitors in successful opening weeks Two months since opening, the national centre for illustration has welcomed over www.ec1echo.co.uk/quentin-blake-cen…ec1echo.co.ukQuentin Blake Centre for Illustration welcomes over 15,000 visitors in successful opening weeksTwo months since opening, the national centre for illustration has welcomed over 15,000 visitors into its mix of free and paid spaces. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 06/08/2026London bus drivers ‘breaking down’ from fatigue after being forced to work 13 days in a row Fatigue from long and arduous shifts on the road is causing bus drivers to physically break down and fall ill frequently, Transport for London (TfL) has been told. www.ec1echo.co.uk/?p=9474ec1echo.co.ukLondon bus drivers ‘breaking down’ from fatigue after being forced to work 13 days in a rowFatigue from long and arduous shifts on the road is causing bus drivers to physically break down and fall ill frequently, Transport for London (TfL) has been told. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 06/08/2026Warnings over households binning lithium batteries after waste fires at Islington recycling plant The fourth fire at a north London waste centre in the space of a year has prompted calls for stricter regulations on lithium-ion battery manufacturers. www.ec1echo.co.uk/?p=9470ec1echo.co.ukWarnings over households binning lithium batteries after waste fires at Islington recycling plantThe fourth fire at a north London waste centre in the space of a year has prompted calls for stricter regulations on lithium-ion battery manufacturers. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 06/08/2026Demand outstrips funding as London boroughs battle for slice of City Hall’s £500k al fresco scheme City Hall can help revive London’s ailing hospitality sector through a massi www.ec1echo.co.uk/demand-outstrips-…ec1echo.co.ukDemand outstrips funding as London boroughs battle for slice of City Hall’s £500k al fresco schemeCity Hall can help revive London’s ailing hospitality sector through a massive expansion of al fresco dining across the capital, Sir Sadiq Khan’s Deputy Mayor for Business has said. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 06/08/2026Revd Jennifer Midgley-Adam appointed as the New Preacher at the Charterhouse The Charterhouse is delighted to announce that, following a search that attracted an exceptionally strong field of candidates, the Revd Jennifer Midgley-Adam will be joining the community www.ec1echo.co.uk/?p=9462ec1echo.co.ukRevd Jennifer Midgley-Adam appointed as the New Preacher at the CharterhouseThe Charterhouse is delighted to announce that, following a search that attracted an exceptionally strong field of candidates, the Revd Jennifer Midgley-Adam will be joining the community as its new Preacher. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 05/08/2026Mayor admits social media ban ‘not enough’ to protect youth as City Hall teams up with Premier League to tackle summer crime The incoming social medi www.ec1echo.co.uk/mayor-admits-soci…ec1echo.co.ukMayor admits social media ban ‘not enough’ to protect youth as City Hall teams up with Premier League to tackle summer crimeThe incoming social media ban is one of many tools that ministers and City Hall can use to reduce youth violence in London, Sir Sadiq Khan has said. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 05/08/2026London Cycling Festival brings family cycling across London The London Cycling Festival, from London Cycling Campaign and London's boroughs, with support from Lime, Voi, and the Zero Emissions Network, returns www.ec1echo.co.uk/london-cycling-fe…ec1echo.co.ukLondon Cycling Festival brings family cycling across LondonThe London Cycling Festival, from London Cycling Campaign and London's boroughs, with support from Lime, Voi, and the Zero Emissions Network, returns 20th September with more inclusive and family-friendly cycling events across London. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 04/08/2026Sadiq Khan blames “decades of neglect” from water firms as he launches plan to clean up London’s rivers and canals Sir Sadiq Khan has blamed “decades of neglect www.ec1echo.co.uk/sadiq-khan-blames…ec1echo.co.ukSadiq Khan blames “decades of neglect” from water firms as he launches plan to clean up London’s rivers and canalsSir Sadiq Khan has blamed “decades of neglect” from water firms and Londoners for the state of the capital’s waterways. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 04/08/2026Islington teacher who ‘stupidly’ added ex-pupils on Snapchat avoids ban An Islington school teacher who sent “stupid” and “inappropriate” messages to former pupils on social media is allowed to carry on www.ec1echo.co.uk/islington-teacher…ec1echo.co.ukIslington teacher who ‘stupidly’ added ex-pupils on Snapchat avoids banAn Islington school teacher who sent “stupid” and “inappropriate” messages to former pupils on social media is allowed to carry on teaching, a misconduct panel has ruled. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 17/07/2026This week's newsletter of top stories & local listings is now out! tinyurl.com/EC1EchoNews Loads of local stories and listings this week - tinyurl.com/EC1Echo17thJ... PLEASE NOTE: The Echo will be on holiday for a couple of weeks! Our next newsletter will be on Fri 7th Aug. 000
Reposted by EC1 EchoianVisits @ianvisits.co.uk · 17/07/2026ianvisits.co.ukThe Crick Institute’s ancient DNA exhibition Does Not AppealI think I’ve just visited the first exhibition for the podcast generation, where the exhibits have to be listened to rather than looked at and read about. 1112
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 17/07/2026The Peel's Street Party returns! The Peel are really excited to be hosting another street party this year. Join in the fun on Fri 24th July. www.ec1echo.co.uk/the-peels-street-…ec1echo.co.ukThe Peel's Street Party returns!The Peel are really excited to be hosting another street party this year. Join in the fun on Fri 24th July. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 17/07/2026Draft London Plan: What we know about the Mayor’s new 10-year development goals London will aim far lower than the Government’s housing targets for the capital over the next decade, the Mayor’s www.ec1echo.co.uk/draft-london-plan…ec1echo.co.ukDraft London Plan: What we know about the Mayor’s new 10-year development goalsLondon will aim far lower than the Government’s housing targets for the capital over the next decade, the Mayor’s new spatial development strategy has indicated. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 17/07/2026London has weakest tax powers of any major G7 city Incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham is facing fresh calls to devolve more fiscal autonomy to London after new research showed the capital has the weakest tax powers of a www.ec1echo.co.uk/london-has-weakes…ec1echo.co.ukLondon has weakest tax powers of any major G7 cityIncoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham is facing fresh calls to devolve more fiscal autonomy to London after new research showed the capital has the weakest tax powers of any major G7 city. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 17/07/2026How red tape is blocking 320,000 new London homes Onerous planning processes are preventing London from potentially adding 320,000 new homes across the capital by expanding buildings upwards, the London Assembly has been to www.ec1echo.co.uk/how-red-tape-is-b…ec1echo.co.ukHow red tape is blocking 320,000 new London homesOnerous planning processes are preventing London from potentially adding 320,000 new homes across the capital by expanding buildings upwards, the London Assembly has been told. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 17/07/2026London children face summer hunger as schools close Half of Food Bank Aid's partner food banks warn they could struggle to stay open www.ec1echo.co.uk/london-children-f…ec1echo.co.ukLondon children face summer hunger as schools closeHalf of Food Bank Aid's partner food banks warn they could struggle to stay open 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 17/07/2026High Court throws out parent’s legal challenge to council over nursery closure A High Court judge has rejected a legal challenge against Islington Council over the closure of a nursery, as the l www.ec1echo.co.uk/high-court-throws…ec1echo.co.ukHigh Court throws out parent’s legal challenge to council over nursery closureA High Court judge has rejected a legal challenge against Islington Council over the closure of a nursery, as the local authority says it will provide interim childcare from the site over the summer. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 17/07/2026TfL and GLA top UK local authority debt list with combined £20bn borrowing Transport for London (TfL) was the most indebted local authority body in the UK last year, it has emerged. www.ec1echo.co.uk/tfl-and-gla-top-u…ec1echo.co.ukTfL and GLA top UK local authority debt list with combined £20bn borrowingTransport for London (TfL) was the most indebted local authority body in the UK last year, it has emerged. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 16/07/2026City Hall’s property arm may struggle to hit 68,000 housing target, officials admit City Hall’s own land and property company may struggle to hit their own housing ambitions due to “difficult www.ec1echo.co.uk/city-halls-proper…ec1echo.co.ukCity Hall’s property arm may struggle to hit 68,000 housing target, officials admitCity Hall’s own land and property company may struggle to hit their own housing ambitions due to “difficult” circumstances, officials have admitted. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 16/07/2026Ancient DNA exhibition opened at the Crick today! We Go Way Back is an exhibition exploring how ancient DNA is revealing new insights into human evolution, migration, culture and disease. www.ec1echo.co.uk/ancient-dna-exhib…ec1echo.co.ukAncient DNA exhibition opened at the Crick today!We Go Way Back is an exhibition exploring how ancient DNA is revealing new insights into human evolution, migration, culture and disease. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 13/07/2026City Hall urged to help boroughs turn London wasteland into food gardens City Hall must implement a London-wide ‘Right to Grow’ framework to allow communities to turn unused public land into food gar www.ec1echo.co.uk/city-hall-urged-t…ec1echo.co.ukCity Hall urged to help boroughs turn London wasteland into food gardensCity Hall must implement a London-wide ‘Right to Grow’ framework to allow communities to turn unused public land into food gardens, campaigners have said. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 10/07/2026This week's newsletter of top stories and local listings is now out! Make sure to sign up so you stay in the know: tinyurl.com/EC1EchoNews Here's a taste of what you're missing. Loads of local stories and loads of listings this week - tinyurl.com/EC1Echo10thJ... 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 10/07/2026How ultra-wealthy foreign investors are hollowing out London Ultra-wealthy foreign investors are artificially inflating London’s housing market by leaving homes empty and pushing residents to the outskirts of th www.ec1echo.co.uk/how-ultra-wealthy…ec1echo.co.ukHow ultra-wealthy foreign investors are hollowing out LondonUltra-wealthy foreign investors are artificially inflating London’s housing market by leaving homes empty and pushing residents to the outskirts of the city, the London Assembly has been told. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 10/07/2026Major changes to TfL bus routes to go ahead despite passenger backlash Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed it will restructure some of its bus services connecting north, central, east and south Lo www.ec1echo.co.uk/major-changes-to-…ec1echo.co.ukMajor changes to TfL bus routes to go ahead despite passenger backlashTransport for London (TfL) has confirmed it will restructure some of its bus services connecting north, central, east and south London despite significant opposition. 000
EC1 Echo @ec1echo.bsky.social · 10/07/2026Mayor failed to hit revised affordable housing targets, new report reveals The Mayor of London has fallen short of the revised affordable housing target set by the Government by thousands of homes, www.ec1echo.co.uk/mayor-failed-to-h…ec1echo.co.ukMayor failed to hit revised affordable housing targets, new report revealsThe Mayor of London has fallen short of the revised affordable housing target set by the Government by thousands of homes, it has emerged. 000