The 2006 Islington Council election took place on 4 May 2006 to elect members of

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. The whole council was up for election and the Liberal Democrats lost overall control of the council to no overall control.

Election result

The results saw the Liberal Democrats lose their majority on the council, after the Labour party made a gain of 12 seats. The

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meanwhile gained a seat on the council.

Ward results

* - Existing Councillor seeking re-election.

References

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2006 London Borough council elections