Islington Leaseholders AssociationWednesday 14 December 2011
Islington Town Hall Chambers
time
7pm – 9pm
Hosting the meeting Dr Brian Potter Chairman ILA
Please tell all leaseholders on your Estates and in Street
properties to attend especially those who do not have email.
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