Mornings in Islington begin quietly. The sun climbs over the rooftops of Georgian terraces, delivery vans hum along Upper Street, and the day slowly wakes up. But for a Polly housekeeper in Islington, the work has already begun. Take Emma, for example. She has worked...

If you live in London and have ever tried to hire a housekeeper, you will know it is rarely straightforward. The city is full of cleaning services, all promising sparkling kitchens and polished floors, yet something is often missing. The human touch. The ability to...