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Social Issues

Report calls for government funding to tackle growing deprivation in the borough

04 February 2020

The final report of the Enfield Poverty and Inequality Commission found that deprivation in the borough has increased in recent years and called on the government to review its funding arrangement for local authorities to help them tackle increasing poverty. The Commission made 27 recommendations which it says will make a significant difference to families with the lowest incomes in the borough. They include reforming the private rented sector, improving access to healthcare - including mental health services - revitalising youth services and reducing crime and anti-social behaviour.

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Modern slavery is all around us - can we spot the signs?

04 February 2019

A meeting on 18th February in Winchmore Hill will inform people about modern slavery - what modern slavery is and how to spot the signs on our doorstep, as well as what to do about it.

Councillors, community and youth crime

07 August 2018

In an online interview former councillor Ingrid Cranfield discusses tackling the youth violence crisis and problems with the selection of candidates for safe council seats

Campaigning for an apology for past adoption practices

04 August 2018

Winchmore Hill resident Jean Robertson-Molloy explains why she became a leading campaigner for the government to issue an official apology for 'past adoption practices'

Council investigating food poverty in Enfield

13 September 2017

Enfield Council is conducting two surveys on food poverty in Enfield - one for local residents and one for community groups.What is food poverty?“Food Poverty” is a contested term but the Department of Health state that it can be defined as the inability to afford or have access to the food needed for a healthy diet.Who does food poverty affect?Many factors determine what does or does not end up on our plate. Households with lower incomes, lower than average educational outcomes and in low.......

"Your bruises go away and your bones mend. But it’s the despair..."

23 August 2016

A North London-based charity which provides support for women who are victims of domestic or sexual violence is teaming up with Enfield Council to raise awareness of abusive relationships among women who may not recognise the warning signs until it is too late.

Council seeking views on ways to tackle homelessness

08 June 2013

Enfield Council in its role as a local housing authority is obliged to periodically review homelessness in the Borough and use it as the basis for revising its Homelessness Strategy, which is designed to prevent homelessness and provide advice to people who are in danger of, or are already, homeless. The Council is inviting residents to contribute to the process by filling in an online survey. In an introductory page on its website, the Council identifies the biggest challenges to.......

Big Futures: Young people and future generations deserve a fair shot at life

02 November 2022

The Big Issue Group has launched a campaign demanding long-term solutions to protect future generations and break the cycle of poverty. An open letter to the government has been signed by politicians from across the political spectrum as well as by other people from all walks of life.

Our local Cooking Champions had a busy 2021!

05 January 2022

Cooking Champions have released a video showing all the amazing good work they were doing in 2021. No surprise that Clare Donovan is this month's Enfield Community Hero!

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Charity appeals to government and public to come to aid of domestic abuse victims

24 October 2022

The charity Solace is warning that the current economic crisis, especially the rises in the cost of living, poses a serious threat to the safety of its clients - women and families who are victims of domestic abuse.

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