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Diversion of bus 149 to Wood Green (instead of Edmonton Green) and discontinuation of bus 67 (Transport for London 20/9/2026)
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19 August Thames Water still struggling to fix major main that supplies water across a wide part of the borough
19 August Campaign launched calling on TfL to provide accessible toilet facilities for drivers
18 August Cabinet member warns the civic centre takes a "zero tolerance" approach to Blue Badge misuse
18 August Some properties are without running water while others have low pressure as Thames Water struggles to repair damaged pipes
18 August Six play areas across the borough are set for an “uplift” while new litter bins and fencing will be installed across several parks
18 August The St Anne’s Catholic High School for Girls pupils are part of the 'Premier League Inspires' programme
17 August Special needs school pupil Alfie was previously scared of dogs but now works with them regularly
17 August The new rules will make it easier for developers to win permission for homes at Crews Hill
17 August Figures show more than a quarter of escalators on the London Underground are operating beyond their expected lifespan
17 August Gheorge Florea was caught on CCTV dumping the large fridge on a street in Edmonton
16 August Abi Elkins will be volunteering at the 26th World Scout Jamboree in Gdansk, Poland, next year
15 August A deal to allow Lime to operate in the south of the borough appears to have collapsed after the Tories took power in May
14 August NSL was recently given a new four-year contract extension worth £6.5m per year
14 August Council leader joins local residents in demanding better services and facilities for a station at the centre of a major redevelopment zone
14 August Avenue Club 2 in Bowes again saw its application for an extension of opening hours to 4am rejected by councillors
13 August Anna-Louise Adepegba rounds up the achievements of students attending the borough's sixth forms and colleges
13 August The new prime minister has previously criticised plans for a new third runway at Heathrow Airport
13 August At the time of the crash in January 2024, Laura Sone-Demtrious had been walking her two dogs, who were also killed
13 August The owners of Illyrian Grill House in Bowes paid a £40,000 civil penalty last year in relation to an illegal worker but "has since changed it processes"
12 August The prime minister this week said his government would be giving local councils more powers to stop the spread of harmful gambling venues
12 August The prime minister this week said his government would be giving local councils more powers to stop the spread of harmful gambling venues
12 August The King & Tinker in Whitewebbs Lane has been closed since June
12 August Residents in Enfield Island Village likely to be among those to benefit from government scheme
12 August Mary Griffin-Porter has spent 44 years as a full-time carer for her son and has now launched a petition calling for major reform of the carers allowance system
11 August Unite members claim Arriva failed to act on driver complaints about poor working conditions in hot weather, with 42 bus services now set to be affected by strikes over two months
11 August The total cost of fare evasion is estimated to be £190m every year across London
11 August As well as the "high-end" sauna and steam cabins, other improvements to the health suite include an incorporated shower with water fountain and redesigned layout
10 August The Macular Society Enfield Support Group helps people affected by macular disease, which is currently incurable and "has a devastating impact"
10 August Passengers were forced to evacuate via a level crossing after the incident which has left the damaged train stuck on the line
10 August A blaze tore through Addison House in Southgate at the start of last month
9 August Disability groups warn of ‘legitimate risk’ reports Kumail Jaffer, Local Democracy Reporter
9 August Many of the capital's local authorities will have no space by 2040 reports Kumail Jaffer, Local Democracy Reporter
9 August Drivers are highlighting conditions that they say leave them too tired to do the job reports Kumail Jaffer, Local Democracy Reporter
9 August Humanists UK’s LGBT co-ordinator Nick Baldwin reacts to the new Enfield Conservative administration’s decision not to fly a Pride flag at the civic this year
8 August Chris Silwood from Enfield Camera Club on how the group is embracing new technology while staying true to its roots
7 August Among a raft of newly proposed measures is a reduction of the HMO limit per street from 20% to 10% of properties
6 August Film directors Sara Chia-Jewell and Antonis Papamichael on how shooting in Palmers Green influenced their latest film, Loyal
5 August Local politicians and campaigners spent years calling for a safe route across Sterling Way near Silver Street Station
5 August Andrew Warshaw on how preparations are going for Enfield Town FC ahead of the start of the new season this weekend
4 August Sunday Summer Sets is described as "a perfect blend of live music, nature and family fun"
4 August Transport for London is proposing to terminate the 149 at Wood Green instead of Edmonton Green
4 August Many of the incidents are occurring at bus stops, outside stations and at pavement junctions
4 August Cabinet member says case "demonstrates our commitment to ensuring council homes are occupied by the people who are entitled to them"
4 August But the move on its own "won't be enough" and needs to be part of a range of measures to help youngsters gain skills
3 August The civic centre has officially updated its pet policy for tenants to bring it into line with the government’s ban on the dangerous animals
3 August The Enfield Talking Newspaper, believed to be the longest-running talking newspaper in the UK, is celebrating its 65th anniversary next month
3 August The new and improved fire doors “will improve assurance, reduce reliance on reactive works and support resident safety” according to council bosses
3 August The Nightingale Cancer Support Charity held its annual golf day at Crews Hill Golf Course and even welcomed some Spurs legends
3 August The free family-friendly event promises plenty of activities for children
3 August The mayor this week launched a new clean water plan which aims to transform London’s “blue spaces” into swimmable areas where wildlife thrives
2 August What started out as an old boys' club for former Enfield Grammar School pupils has expanded to around 200 players across multiple teams
1 August Young people, families and carers across Enfield are being invited to attend the event later this month
31 July A High Court judge this week quashed the planning permission for a Spurs academy on the park after ruling the council "concealed" key evidence
30 July The 'micromobility' bays were installed ahead of an anticipated expansion of Lime bikes into the south of the borough which has not yet materialised
30 July The £30k grant will fund an "exciting transformation" at the Enfield arts venue, where a new space for young musicians and producers will be created
30 July The Turkish 'social solidarity' association has around 480 members across London
30 July Under proposed health reforms NHS integrated care board members nominated by local authorities will instead be replaced by someone nominated by the London mayor
29 July The new service at Chase Farm provides a dedicated alternative to accident and emergency for people experiencing a mental health crisis
29 July While City Hall has made progress on air quality in recent year the capital still lags behind other UK cities
28 July Neighbours turned detectives via WhatsApp to help track down the missing DIY library in Palmers Green
27 July Firms including Uber, Wayve and Waymo are seeking approval to transport passengers in automated vehicles in London as soon as this year
27 July Consumerist culture, inadequate buildings, confusing differences between boroughs and disposal costs all blamed for the problem
27 July The judicial review verdict comes after a change of leadership at Enfield Council, which now opposes the Spurs plans a training centre on the park, reports James Cracknell
26 July Age UK Enfield's head of prevention services, Alison Carter-Albert, on the difference a new health and wellbeing programme is making in the borough
25 July Jim Wasswa and Paul Everitt speak to Karen Heley and Ashley Phoenix about the lifelong impact of trauma, the pain of not being believed
24 July The council recently installed a large new communal bin at one fly-tipping hotspot in Enfield Town
24 July Stadium boss would “absolutely not” sign current deal with West Ham if it was on the table again but admits City Hall is now tied to for decades to come
23 July Despite concerns over its impact on vulnerable people, councillors approved an application they wished they could have refused
23 July Concerns remain over whether the oversight of the Met’s use of such technology is sufficient
22 July A substance misuse recovery service, a learning disabilities charity, and local transport museum will all benefit from the mayor's acitivities and events
22 July Community groups, youth organisations, event organisers and musicians are urged to submit ideas to deliver "landmark live performance programme" next year
21 July It comes after a month without rain across most of London as well as high demand for water during recent hot spells A temporary hosepipe ban has been announced by Thames Water for residents and businesses across its supply area, including Enfield. The heavily-indebted private utility company has imposed the ban after a period of “prolonged dry […]
21 July Noise levels on some parts of the London Underground network can reach the equivalent of a helicopter take-off, reports Kumail Jaffer, Local Democracy Reporter Transport for London (TfL) is facing calls to lay out a clear and public plan for dealing with noise levels from trains on the London Underground network. Labour London Assembly members […]
21 July GLL Sport Foundation supports athletes through financial bursaries and access to sporting facilities and other support
21 July The former Station Tavern had already been converted for housing prior to winning permission last month, reports Joe Ives, Local Democracy Reporter Enfield Council does not see “any errors requiring corrective action” after granting permission for a house in multiple occupation (HMO) that appears to have flouted planning rules. Last month an application to convert […]
21 July Trent Park House of Secrets tells two contrasting stories of pre-war socialising and wartime intelligence gathering
20 July All 78 newly-completed homes at the former Metaswitch site have been purchased by Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing using City Hall cash
20 July Around two hectares of the park were damaged by the blaze which came after a month without rain in Enfield
20 July Artwork celebrating the "complex beauty" of Afro hair chosen by the Royal Academy of Arts for its summer show
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