ENFIELD DISPATCH No. 12 THE BOROUGH’S FREE COMMUNITY NEWSPAPER SEPT 2019

NEWS Government grants Enfield Council £156m to boost Meridian Water infrastructure P . 2

FEATURES How a neighbourhood in Edmonton has maintained a healthy community spirit P . 4

COMMENT A student striker on why we must act now to stop climate change P . 8

SPORT Amateur football club FC is marking 100 years at Ford's Grove Volunteers from the Friends of Broomfield Park and Pymmes Brookers community groups were joined by local councillor Daniel Anderson (centre) to celebrate the opening of Broomfield Park Wetlands, a project to boost P . 15 wildlife, reduce flood risk, and improve water quality in the nearby Pymmes Brook. It is supported by The Rivers Trust, Thames21 and Enfield Council, with funding provided by Coca-Cola Foundation. Photo Ana M. Wiggins A M E E Become a M M member of Enfield Dispatch and get

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"puts thousands at risk" B BY JAMES CRACKNELL panel last December and in March everything within its powers to Forum, representing 45 organisa- – before Brexit was postponed safeguard Enfield’s residents as tions. He says many of the borough's reparations for a 'no- until 31st October – it produced a much as possible.” 26,000 EU citizens risk “losing every- deal' Brexit are being report identifying major risks to The council has been given thing” from a no-deal Brexit. “There enfielddispatch.co.uk stepped up by Enfield the borough; they included fuel £315,000 from the government to is no legal framework to protect EU Council amid warnings and medicine shortages, disrupt- assist Brexit preparations, with a citizens after a no-deal Brexit, espe- Pthat (EU) citizens ed supply chains and civil unrest. key aim being to provide assistance cially those who don't get settled @EnfieldDispatch living in the borough could face The panel comprises senior for EU citizens wishing to remain status,” Nishan told the Dispatch. “enormous problems”. council officers alongside repre- in the UK. Any such person who “Most Bulgarians have not /EnfieldDispatch The chances of the UK exiting the sentatives from Citizens Advice has lived here for five years or more managed to get settled status – EU without an agreement have Enfield, , is entitled to obtain 'settled status' only 40% in have got it – risen sharply since Boris Johnson Enterprise Enfield and London while other residents can obtain so what does this mean for them? [email protected] became prime minister in July – Fire Brigade. It is now meeting 'pre-settled status' that allows them After no-deal they will have no despite previously claiming the odds every fortnight and an updated to stay for five years, after which rights, they will lose everything.” were “a million to one” he admitted 'risk register' is being compiled. they must re-apply. The government has maintained last month it was “touch and go”. Panel chairperson and council Nishan Dzhingozyan is an Enfield that the current 31st December 2020 To co-ordinate local preparations deputy leader Ian Barnes said: resident originally from Bulgaria the council established a Brexit “I will ensure this council does who set up the Eastern European CONTINUED ON PAGE 2 2 NEWS No.12 SEPTEMBER 2019 ENFIELD DISPATCH

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 There is a lack of information. Cllr Barnes added: “I call on Boris They need to be made aware of Johnson to end this madness and deadline for settled status appli- what they need to do. What if busi- stop the looming no-deal Brexit. Late accounts ED. cations will remain in event of a nesses in Enfield run by EU citi- In the meantime I urge EU citizens BY SIMON ALLIN, LOCAL no-deal. But the fate of those who zens have to close? What will be to safeguard themselves as much DEMOCRACY REPORTER either fail to obtain settled status the impact on the local economy?” as possible.” or have not yet made an applica- Home Office statistics show nfield Council has been late Drop-in sessions for EU citizens o tion is uncertain. around half of the borough's finalising its accounts for a N .12 take place from 10am-4pm on Nishan said: “We [East Europe- EU citizens have so far obtained Tuesdays at Edmonton Green Esecond year running – but says an Forum] are being bombarded settled status. Enfield Citizens Library, Wednesdays at Enfield this will have “no effect” on residents. SEPT 2019 by phone calls from EU citizens Advice is running drop-in ses- Town Library and Fridays at The council’s group account was sub- saying they are already being sions at three borough libraries to Library. mitted late and there were also some For more information: Enfield Dispatch is the asked about their immigra- help with the application process. mistakes on a summary of the incom- tion status – this should not be Chief executive Jill Harrison Visit citizensadviceenfield.org.uk/ ings and outgoings which meant it borough's free community contact-us newspaper. We publish happening. It is going to create said: “I would encourage any EU had to be resubmitted. monthly and distribute enormous problems. resident who hasn’t yet applied to For more information about Enfield The Conservative group's shadow 10,000 free copies of “What will happen if they lose come to one of our drop-in sessions Council's preparations for Brexit: cabinet member for finance, Lee each issue to cafés, pubs, their rights to work and study in for the latest guidance. There’s no Visit new.enfield.gov.uk/services/ David-Sanders, said: “The fact the community centres, the UK? It is going to be a mess. need to make an appointment.” your-council/enfield-and-brexit council’s companies accounts were libraries, GP surgeries, late is alarming. The council needs schools, hair salons, and to up its game on something as outside railway stations. important as this.” Boost for Meridian Water homes The council blamed an early dead- Publisher line. A spokesperson said: “The filing David Floyd of accounts is largely an administra- Editor tive process and has no effect on resi- James Cracknell dents or the services provided to them. Local authorities nationally have been Designer working to a much tighter deadline of Jonathan Duncan 31st July compared to 30th September Project Manager in the past, and the council is review- Anna Merryfield ing its overall approach to ensure the deadline is met in the future.” Contributors Simon Allin, Amari Blaize, Jim Lewis, Susan Foss, Andrew Gurr, Julie Kelly, Sketch drawing of some of the new homes planned as part of Phase Two at Meridian Water Credit is due Louis Velati, Mahmut two big deals with developers went application for supporting infrastruc- he number of people receiving Aksanoglu, Emma Friddin, BY JAMES CRACKNELL Louise Tully, M. Anne sour. Leader Nesil Caliskan said: ture, including a primary school. Universal Credit (UC) in Enfield Alexander, Devina Rishi, eridian Water received “Enfield Council has invested more A new green space called 'Brooks Tis the fifth-highest in London. Ryan Hebbs, Andrew a double boost after than £250m to drive this project Park' would be created on the eastern Latest government figures show more Warshaw, John Johnson MEnfield Council won forward. Since taking back control bank of the Pymmes Brook. than 16,000 people in the borough £156million to spend on transport of Meridian Water, we have been However, a Labour councillor for are now registered for the controver- infrastructure – and submitted its ensuring residents will be the prin- Edmonton Green has criticised the sial new all-in-one benefit payments. CONTACT own plans for 2,300 homes. cipal beneficiaries. council's plans, calling for more UC was first introduced to Enfield Call 020 8521 7956 The £6billion housing scheme “This funding will allow us to forge social housing to be included. Tolga in 2017 and with it now available in Email EnfieldDispatch@ on disused industrial land in Ed- ahead with providing improved in- Aramaz has helped launch a new all job centres, the number of claim- socialspider.com monton has suffered a series of frastructure, including a more fre- campaign group called 'Meridian ants is continuing to rise. Post Salisbury House, Bury setbacks but the council now quent train service, which is needed to for Council Homes' which demands For more information about Univer- Street West, Enfield N9 9LA hopes the money awarded by the support this incredible development. 100% of new homes built on council- sal Credit go to understandinguniversal Department for Transport will be “The success of the bid reflects owned land be for social rent. credit.gov.uk ADVERTISING key to unlocking its potential. the fact that the government Cllr Aramaz said: “The new homes Contact Klaudia Kiss: New roads, environmental im- recognises the huge potential of will consist of 40% 'affordable' and provements and a high-frequency Meridian Water.” 60% private sale. Those 'afford- Homes surveys Call 020 8521 7956 rail service at newly-opened Meri- News of the cash award came able' homes are made up of 70% Email klaudia@ socialspider.com dian Water Station are now set to shortly after the council announced at council rates and 30% at inter- nfield Council is asking for peo- be delivered by 2023. The cash it was planning to build 2,300 mediate rates. ple's views as it develops two from the government's Housing homes at Meridian Water as part “It is my belief that public land Ekey strategies aimed at boosting Infrastructure Fund will be spent of Phase Two, with work on up to should be used to address the housing supply and tackling home- on creating two new parks, cycle 1,000 homes in Phase One set to housing crisis in the borough, with lessness and rough sleeping. lanes, bridges and naturalised start this year. 4,500 people on the council waiting The strategies will seek to deliver brooks, although the centrepiece A planning application for the cre- list and 3,500 in temporary accom- “more and better homes in well- will be an east-west “boulevard” ation of a “vibrant riverside com- modation. Only council homes can connected neighbourhoods” and We are grateful to Love Your Doorstep for their ongoing support linking Lee Valley Park with the munity” is the largest ever submit- deal with this problem and that is “make homeless prevention a prior- station. Additional track will be ted by the local authority and if what we need to prioritise.” ity for everyone so no-one in Enfield Enfield Dispatch is a member of IMPRESS: The Independent Monitor laid to allow up to eight trains per approved would see at least 920 Cllr Aramaz points out that of is left without a place to live”. Mike Patston (front) and of The Press. For more information hour to stop at Meridian Water. 'affordable' homes built over the the 750 homes granted planning To take part in the housing and on the Dispatch’s complaints policy Alan Roe (behind) on their and how to make a complaint visit: Last year the council took over next decade – 40% of the total. It permission at Meridian Water to homelessness surveys go to enfield. tandem bike in France enfielddispatch.co.uk/complaints control of the whole project after is being accompanied by a second date, just 75 are for social rent. gov.uk/consultations 3 NEWS No.12 SEPTEMBER 2019 ENFIELD DISPATCH Council forced to debate bin changes BY JAMES CRACKNELL required to force councillors to changes to residents, which includes debate the issue. Under council rules, hosting a series of events around esidents opposed to the in- if a petition is signed by more than the borough where people can ask troduction of fortnightly 1% of the population – deemed to questions of its waste services team. bin collections in Enfield be 3,124 people – it must be debated Guney Dogan, cabinet member Rhave successfully forced the council at a full council meeting. for environment, said: “The scale to schedule a debate on the issue. The council is planning to make of the central government funding Earlier this year a petition against the both general waste and dry recy- cuts we continue to face mean we waste service changes was signed by cling bin collections fortnightly, are having to make tough choices more than 6,000 people, but was re- charge £65 a year for garden waste about how we deliver many of our jected by Enfield Council on a techni- collections, as well as introduce a services. Therefore, the overriding The Maze Inn as it looked shortly before its closure in 2016 – the whole building was demolished without permission this summer cality – as the authority claimed not weekly food waste collection. The motivation for the change to waste Credit Ewan Munro/Flickr all signatories were local residents. changes are projected to save £2m, services was to save money. Undeterred, a campaigner launched while an extra £500,000 will also be “However, we have viewed this as a second petition, this time via the spent on street cleaning. an opportunity to see what we can Pub demolitions council's official e-petition system. Palmers Green resident Seraphim do to not only save money but re- Although it has not yet gained as Leonidas launched the second peti- design our services so they are fit many signatures as the original tion against the bin changes. He said: for the future and drive up envi- probed by council petition, it has passed the threshold “My hope and that of the many who ronmental standards and recycling supported this campaign is to get levels across the borough. BY JAMES CRACKNELL be insisting that they rebuild the the council to revisit this dastardly “We have set a target of 49.55% façade as was. “My hope scheme and reverse it. recycling by 2020/21. Waste mini- nfield Council is taking legal “They will also need a new plan- is to get the “I can visualise more waste on our misation, education and behaviour action against the owners of ning application for redevelop- streets – more fly-tipping – and I change programmes will strength- a Southgate pub after it was ment now and through this, council to may go as far to suggest there will en the success of the changes to our E they will need to demonstrate a demolished without permission – revisit this be 'bin wars'.” bin services, providing residents while another in could quality approach to the replace- The new food waste service is due with the tools and information to face a similar fate. ment design.” dastardly to start in November, while the fort- make informed choices about what The Maze Inn in , On the other side of the borough, nightly collections will start some they throw away.” dating from the 1930s and sitting fears are growing over the fate of scheme and time next year. This autumn the A council spokesperson said the bin within Southgate Circus Conser- The Boundary House, a derelict reverse it” council is running a public informa- collections debate was likely to take vation Area, was unexpectedly de- 19th Century pub in Ponders End tion campaign to communicate the place on Wednesday 18th September. molished over the summer. Plan- High Street. ning permission had been granted A planning application to convert in 2015 to build a four-storey block the building into a shop with six Two cyclists have raised of eight flats in its rear courtyard, flats was refused in 2017, while Tandem challenge more than £10,000 for but the front of the original pub another application for its dem- charity by cycling across building was supposed to be kept olition and replacement with a Europe – on a tandem bike. and restored. five-storey block Mike Patston from Bush Chris Horner, of flats is awaiting Hill Park decided to team vice chair of “They had decision by the up on the tandem with Southgate Dis- no right to council. Des- friend Alan Roe for the epic trict Civic Trust, pite no planning three-stage ride, which they told the Dispatch: demolish it” permission yet hope to complete later this “They had no being granted for month. Both cyclists have right to demolish it – this has come redevelopment of The Boundary family members who have out of the blue and local residents House, its rear extension was re- suffered with dementia and were very surprised.” cently demolished. the pair are raising money The Maze Inn had many previous However, a council spokesper- for two charities; Alzheimer's names, including The Rising Sun son said the local authority was Society and Insurance and The Coach House, but it had not currently pursuing enforce- United Against Dementia. not been open as a pub for four ment action in this case. They said: They completed the first years and was most recently used “We are aware of the rear exten- leg to Paris in July and Mike for storing and selling Christmas sion [demolition] and contractors said: “There was 48C heat in trees. In 2016 the site was sold are working on the inside of the France – it was brutal.” for £3m to Fio's Property Portfo- property to strip and make good lio Ltd, but the Dispatch has been any defects. To donate to Mike and Alan's unable to contact the company “Enforcement officers contin- fundraising campaign: for comment. ue to monitor the situation but Visit justgiving.com/ A council spokesperson said: “We there is currently no breach of Mike Patston (front) and Alan Roe (behind) on their fundraising/alanmike- are taking enforcement action with planning control. Another applica- tandem bike in France united-they-cycle a view to a prosecution against the tion related to the redevelopment unlawful demolition but will not of the site is pending a decision.” 4 FEATURES No.12 SEPTEMBER 2019 ENFIELD DISPATCH

Support for mums 'Mumpreneur' Liz Sorton on how a networking club is helping support other local mums am the manager of Mumpreneurs Networking Club (MNC) Enfield Town. I have been an MNC member Imyself for over seven years and as a lifecoach and mentor for teenagers I decided to open my own local MNC branch in 2015. The group facilitates effective networking for mums who runs businesses. MNC Enfield Town has had 1,020 visitors and 30-plus members, with an average of 20-35 businesses coming to each monthly meeting at local café Malone & Co. All are invited to attend their first meeting free of charge and babies and children are also welcome. Having also volunteered for North Enfield Foodbank I decided to support local families with an MNC event during the summer school holidays. Children miss out Residents celebrate their community at a summer street on free school meals in the summer, leaving parents party held in the Hydeside neighbourhood of Edmonton to provide an extra meal each day. It sometimes leads them to turn to foodbanks for help. In July I invited Kerry Coe, manager of North Enfield Foodbank, to tell members and visitors more about the The 'United Nations' project. It was founded by Jubilee Church and is support- ed by local churches and community groups, working together towards stopping hunger. Individuals or fami- lies are referred to them by local organisations and care neighbourhood professionals in order to receive three days’ worth of nutritionally-balanced food and support. An Edmonton resident on how her neighbourhood The foodbank supports clients on a short-term basis to help with their immediate need of food but also offers advice has maintained a healthy community spirit sessions alongside groups such as Citizens Advice Bureau and Community Money Advice, to help address longer- BY AMARI BLAIZE munity. Sure, we have had crimes, cascades into my garden (shush term needs. Their aim is to support anyone in Enfield but we look out for one another. don't tell him!). going through a crisis who is in need of emergency food. very summer the Hydeside People tend to live here for decades. You could call Hydeside a 'mini We are grateful to MNC Enfield Town members and neighbourhood, comprised Helen has lived here for over 50 United Nations' – a beautiful rep- visitors who brought along contributions. Kerry said: “It Eof three roads in Edmonton, years and refuses to move despite resentation of the vibrant multi- was so lovely to be at the MNC Enfield Town meeting. holds its annual street party in cel- entreaties from her adult children. cultural heart of London. There Thank you for your warm welcome and donations for ebration of the local community. She says she feels safe and every- are people living here with ances- the foodbank. It's great to hear about some of the bril- This tradition began five years ago one is friendly. tral links to Turkey, Ireland, Africa, liant local businesses we have in Enfield.” when a charity, Street Play, put up “It's a wonderful thing when the the Caribbean, Greece, Cyprus and The next scheduled MNC Enfield Town meeting is on the funds for the first event to focus immediate community can come Malaysia, to name a few. Friday 13th September, 10am–11.30am. It would be on encouraging children to play together and share their cultural There is always a pleasant greeting, great to see you there! safely outside. Since smile or a wave. We gossip Liz Sorton (left) with Kerry Coe from Enfield North Foodbank (right) then it has become an over the fence or pause at Credit Anne-Marie Sanderson annual event and this “Hydeside is a beautiful the front gate for a pro- summer, for the second longed “how are you?” – successive year, Edmon- representation of the as one person peels off, ton MP Kate Osamor vibrant multicultural another passer-by will joined in the fun. join in. Whether residents are heart of London” A long time ago, people young or old, nearly often lived like this. It's dif- everyone participates in the prepa- traditions” said one resident at our ferent today. Technological advance, rations. Iliana makes her ‘marsh- summer street party, speaking as and especially the rise of social mallow rice krispy’ snacks, while the Turkish girls demonstrated how media, has curtailed much basic Michael and Geoffrey take care of to do the traditional Halay dance. human interaction. At a time when the barbecue sausages, burgers and When I moved here nearly five polarisation, divisiveness and lone- chicken. Then there's the indefat- years ago I was made to feel im- liness in society contributes to poor igable Geraldine, who makes the mediately welcomed. Michael left mental health, there is something whole event possible. home-grown ripe figs outside my very special and precious about our For more information about MNC Enfield Town: With only one way in and out of door, while Dorothy planted pump- Hydeside community that everyone Visit mumpreneursnetworkingclub.co.uk this particular neighbourhood, it kins in my garden. I also ate my who lives here has a vested interest For more information about Enfield North Foodbank: is the epitome of a close-knit com- fill from Albert's grapevine that in preserving. Visit northenfield.foodbank.org.uk 5 FEATURES No.12 SEPTEMBER 2019 ENFIELD DISPATCH Out of the Ordnance A new book by Dr Jim Lewis charts the history of the Royal Small Enfield No2, a standard-issue during the Second World War, was one of several made at the before it was transformed into a Arms Factory and its transformation into modern housing estate at the turn of the century n September 1988 Enfield Gazette of the large machine room began tion of finding a new use for the reported that the vacant Royal to deteriorate rapidly. Parts of the Grade 2-listed factory building; de- Ordnance site at – building were crumbling because of velopment was further complicat- Iknown for nearly 200 years as the serious water ingress, as the structure ed by a range of quite thorny plan- Royal Small Arms Factory – was at had not been maintained following ning issues which had the potential the centre of a fresh “asset strip- its sale to . Further- to cause costly delays. Prior to 1994, ping” storm. more, the overall preservation of the the land on which the Royal Small It was further reported that in par- complex, with its surrounding build- Arms Factory stood had been desig- liament the shadow defence secre- ings, was not being helped by the fact nated part of the Green Belt, but the tary, Martin O’Neill, wanted a full that a number of local police forces lifting of this designation and the sub- investigation conducted – implying had been allowed to use the site for sequent boundary changes in 1995 that Enfield Lock and other Royal training purposes. I can recall walking brought it within the jurisdiction of Ordnance sites had been sold off too through the former factory grounds Enfield Council, rather than Epping cheaply and taxpayers were shoul- at the time and they were littered Forest District Council, of . dering the massive financial loss. with spent ammunition rounds with Between the planning applications in In the years that followed, several a few derelict cars scattered through- 1987 and the later boundary and land ideas for the Enfield Lock site were out the site’s internal roads. use changes, Lee Valley Developments put forward; among them one from British Aerospace, which had pur- had been making a number of other ments became frustrated, which ever going to be a sustainable regen- the National Army Museum to estab- chased the site from the government applications to the local authority to caused them to cut their losses by eration plan that would meet all the lish an outer-London base for some of in 1987, made two planning appli- redevelop the site. All were unsuccess- selling the site in 1996 to Fairview required approvals, and if there was its larger exhibits. While this partic- cations in the same year to redevel- ful, including at least two appeals. To New Homes. Outsiders watching such a plan, whether anyone would ular proposal seemingly gained local op the land. Later, it formed a joint have gained planning approval Lee these drawn-out negotiations must be bold enough and perhaps foolhar- popularity at the time, the scheme venture company with property de- Valley Developments would have have wondered whether there was dy enough to take it forward. fell through when the directors of veloper Trafalgar House under the had to meet in excess of 60 stringent the museum allegedly asked Enfield name Lee Valley Developments, and requirements under Section 106 of the This article is an edited excerpt from the book 'The Factory that Council for a dowry of £2million. in 1991 submitted an application for Town and Country Planning Act 1990. Became a Village' written by Dr Jim Lewis and published by Libri As various proposals for the site’s re- a residential development. After eight years of setbacks, it is Publishing Ltd. To buy a copy: generation came and went, the shell Regeneration was not just a ques- possible that Lee Valley Develop- Visit libripublishing.co.uk

BY ANDREW GURR Citizens Advice Enfield is celebrating eight decades of supporting residents in the borough. With nearly Good advice 4,000 families assisted this year alone, the charity based in Ponders End aims to provide advice and assistance to anyone in Enfield who requires social welfare support. Common problems that Citizens Advice Enfield helps to resolve include issues with benefits, debt, employment, immigration, housing and homelessness. A new service will also be starting in doctors' surgeries next year to help residents access the help they need. Citizens Advice Enfield chief executive Jill Harrison said: “At the moment, our key priorities are helping local people to sort out [problems with] Universal Credit and making sure that all European Union citizens in the borough apply for settlement before the December 2020 deadline.” Citizens Advice Enfield is also a key partner of Enfield Connections, a local information and advice service commissioned by Enfield Council. Jill added: “We deliver advice to disabled people, older people and those with long term health conditions as part of the Enfield Connections service.” Advice can be sought via email, phone, or in person. Drop-in sessions take place on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Vincent House in Nags Head Road (unfortunately because of roadworks we cannot offer drop-ins until 11th September).

To find out more about Citizens Advice Enfield: Call 03454 040 506 Newly-qualified advisors at Citizens Advice Enfield Visit citizensadviceenfield.org.uk 6 EDUCATION No.12 SEPTEMBER 2019 ENFIELD DISPATCH Make a fresher start Julie Kelly from University of offers some useful tips for students starting in September tarting university is an exciting time, but new of help, there are many apps that can help you keep faces and surroundings can often make it feel track of spending. Some universities will also have Sa bit daunting. a student centre where you can get financial advice To get the most out of your first few weeks at university and support. and make settling in a bit easier, I'd like to offer some Finally, look after yourself. One of the most important advice for new students! things you can do is to look after your wellbeing. Eat Firstly, get to know people. Introduce yourself to those healthily, get plenty of sleep and find out where you on your course, your housemates and your lecturers. can get further support should you ever need it. Starting The more people you know, the more comfortable you university is a great time to assert your independence, will feel in class and around campus. but if you find yourself feeling homesick or struggling Secondly, get involved. During your first few weeks to manage your finances or workload, there are lots of at university there will be many events and activities places on campus that can offer support. taking place. Get stuck in! You never know, you may And don't forget to have fun! University will be one find a new activity, hobby or interest. of the most exciting times of your life, so remember Thirdly, get to know the local area. Familiarise yourself to take it all in. with the campus and your route to university if you’re a commuter student. When your course starts, you’ll need to know where your lectures are as well as other The UCAS deadline for clearing applications ahead of important places, such as the library. If you’re new to the 2019/20 academic year is Friday 20th September. the town or city, get out and explore. Find out where For more information: you can get your shopping, where the best restaurants Visit ucas.com/undergraduate/results-clearing are and what fun things you can do. To apply for a place at University of Hertfordshire, Fourthly, get savvy with your money. It’s important to based in Hatfield: Julie Kelly is head of the student centre at take a bit of time and work out your projected income Call 0300 303 6300 University of Hertfordshire as well as your essential expenditure. If you need a bit Visit herts.ac.uk/clearing

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Louis Velati on a climate change demo in London Taking action on speeding

In our latest councillor's column, Mahmut Aksanoglu stands up for Southbury residents am very honoured and privileged to be able to represent Southbury, the most vibrant ward Iin Enfield and home to Enfield Town Football Club and Enfield Ignatians Rugby Club. The main issues and concerns we are tackling in the ward are housing, benefit payments and anti- social behaviour. We constantly have residents at our surgeries who have been hit by vicious Tory cuts. In the whole of , local authorities have faced a reduction of 26% in their budgets under the Tories since 2010, with the most deprived in society being the most affected by the cuts. We as Labour councillors are doing our utmost to make sure vital services remain intact. Police numbers in the whole of London are at the lowest level per head in 20 years. The Metro- politan Police has been forced to make more than £700million in cuts since 2010 and will have to cut a further £325m by 2021. The Home Office deter- mines funding numbers for policing in the whole of Be the change our country and this is the ultimate reason for the rise in knife and youth crime. you wish to see Another big issue in our ward has been speeding Student striker Louis Velati, 18, on why we on the A10. We are in con- stant contact with our must act now to stop climate change local officers to fight this. e are facing the end urgency on the issue by the gov- The government has enshrined 'Operation Vision Zero' has of the world as we ernment and global politicians. I the Paris Agreement's emission been a great success and I know it. had sat in geography lessons where targets into law, but its own anal- would like to thank Super- WShocking statements such as this they taught us the dire impacts ysis shows we are not on track intendent Andy Cox and are sometimes easy to dismiss as of global warming; the creation to meet them. This means those the team for their endless hyperbole and scaremongering, of millions of environmental ref- politicians who insist the UK is hard work. Many recorded yet we have sailed through vanilla ugees, a sixth mass extinction of already taking sufficient action to offences such as speeding, warnings from scientists and envi- species and the irreversible deg- combat climate change are misled uninsured and drink driving have been recorded. ronmentalists for decades. Our col- radation of our planet. at best and knowingly deceitful at Recently this police operation moved to a differ- lective indifference means that we When I heard that coral reefs worst. I therefore implore you to ent level with a camera safety van being deployed have reached a point where it really would likely disappear in my life- challenge politicians, at all levels to the A10 in August, which resulted in 163 speed- is 'make or break' for the planet. time, I sat there in disbelief. If and of all parties, when they make ing offences being enforced. The urgency of the such claims. Many incidents have resulted in the loss of lives problem is what It is brilliant news of residents which is a huge concern. Average led me to walk out “I was exasperated with the lack that at a recent speed cameras must be installed on the A10 to of school several of urgency on the issue by the Enfield Council stop dangerous drivers. I am calling on Transport times as part of meeting coun- for London to install fixed speed cameras on the the global 'Fridays government and global politicians” cillors voted to A10 to protect our residents. for Future' climate declare a 'climate in 2018 elected was Aksanoglu Cllr As well as being a ward councillor I am proud to strike movement, which has seen we knew that these awful things emergency' and recommended that chair the planning committee and sit on the li- millions of school children across were going to happen, why were the pension committee commit to censing committee. These roles are vital to enable the world ditch lessons in class- we doing so little? For its critics divest the borough's pension fund growth, development and enhance our borough. rooms for protest on the streets. this movement is devoid of hope, from fossil fuels. But we must ensure I am very lucky to be able to be part of shaping Many claim this is simply youth- but it is borne out of a sentiment we pressure the council so that this our lovely borough’s future. ful rebellion, but this does a dis- to the contrary; it is only through declaration extends past virtue sig- service to the vast majority of radical change that we can have nalling and into meaningful action. Cllr Mahmut Aksanoglu represents Southbury along students, who are there because any hope for our future. I would also invite everyone reading with Chris Bond and Nneka Keazor (all Labour). they have educated themselves on So what are the solutions? In the this article, irrespective of your age, Surgeries are held every Saturday 10.30am–11.30am at John Jackson Library, Agricola Place, Enfield the issue and feel a deep moral words of Swedish school striker Greta to join the worldwide Fridays for EN1 1DW, and 11am–12pm at Highway Library, 205 responsibility to act. Thunberg: “We can no longer save the Future climate strike on Friday 20th Hertford Road, Enfield EN3 5JH. For me, I went out of desperation. world by playing by the rules, because September. We need transformative Call 07971 673 934 I was exasperated with the lack of the rules have to be changed.” change; it begins with us. Email [email protected] 9 No.12 SEPTEMBER 2019 ENFIELD DISPATCH LETTERS Archers Lifetime Mortgage Advert 158x156mm.qxp_Layout 1 19/08/2019 14:58 Page 1 Advertisement Send us your letters Got an opinion on something in Enfield? We accept letters of up to 200 words Want to free up cash to from people and organisations in the borough. Email EnfieldDispatch@ Archers socialspider.com before the next deadline on Tuesday 17th September. enjoy life’s little luxuries? Financial Services Ltd Give festival Get tested the Elrow Dear Enfield Dispatch here are almost 20,000 people Dear Enfield Dispatch in Enfield currently diagnosed lrow proudly claimed its Twith diabetes – with an estimated festival in on 17th 4,440 people undiagnosed. Enfield Over EAugust was, with 25,000 50s Forum is determined to find them. revellers, the largest yet in Enfield. Early signs and symptoms of Type 2 It followed another mega event, the diabetes can include frequent urina- 51st State festival, two weeks earlier. tion, increased thirst, always feeling This has meant Trent Park, relied hungry, tiredness, having blurry vision, on by thousands for exercise and re- tingling sensations, numbness, or pain laxation, has been invaded by trucks in the hands or feet. If it goes undiag- and steel shuttering for much of the nosed and untreated, high blood sugar summer holidays and the surrounding can affect various cells and organs in streets have been burdened by thou- the body and lead to severe complica- sands on event days, displacing traffic, tions include kidney damage, blind- leaving a trail of litter, spent drugs ness, and risk of heart disease or stroke. Life’s for the living, make the most of it. Typically if you are over 55, you could containers, ordure, thumping noise, We are working with Enfield Council release the equity in your home to allow you to enjoy life’s little luxuries. Archers and a badly damaged park gateway. to bring a mobile diabetes test unit to Financial Services Ltd Friends and residents have pressed the borough. It will be based at South- Call Archers on 020 8364 5445 / 020 8364 6099 the case for moderation on Enfield bury Leisure Centre, Southbury Road, for further information Council, but they are not listening. on Wednesday 2nd October. It will be It accepts no responsibility for these part of a fundraising day sponsored by Archers Financial Services Ltd, 1 Windmill Hill, Enfield, Middlesex EN2 6SE events but allows ever larger atten- Fusion. Starting at 8.30am, activities Telephone: 020 8364 5445 / 020 8364 6099 • Email: [email protected] • www.archersonline.co.uk dances, way beyond the resources of include badminton, pilates, walking Archers Financial Services Ltd is directly authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA: 650075). suburban to handle safely. football, yoga and table tennis. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or any other debt secured on it. Investments can be made into a selection of funds which invest in different asset classes such as cash, gilts, property and stocks & shares. These funds carry differing levels of risk. Two large public meetings recently The value of the funds can fluctuate and may fall as well as rise. The Financial Conduct Authority does not regulate taxation and tax advice. delivered resounding rejections of the Monty Meth council's events policy. The council's President, Enfield net take is nugatory by comparison Over 50s Forum to the impact on residents. How can Stay healthy, they consider this equitable? Peter Gibbs Set a date Chairman, Friends of independent and well Trent Country Park Dear Enfield Dispatch MyLife is a one-stop-shop for nfield Council declared a carers, family members, friends ‘climate emergency’ in July The kids Eand pledged to divest its £1bn and volunteers. If you need to find pension fund from fossil fuels. a service that meets your needs are alright This is a step in the right direction. Fossil fuel investments are unethi- or for someone you look after, Dear Enfield Dispatch cal but also increasingly risky. Last MyLife Enfield can help, offering month it emerged that Blackrock, read with interest Alison Yates' the world’s largest fund manager, lost information and advice from the comment piece in July (Why we £75bn because of its investment in fossil Council and other organisations. I must declare a climate emergency, fuel companies. Enfield’s pensioners are Page 8, Issue 10). In May, after careful at risk from fossil fuel investments as consideration I permitted my daugh- the world turns to clean energy. www.enfield.gov.uk/mylife ter to attend a climate change protest. However, the council's announce- As far as I know she and her friend ment was not a full divestment com- Easy to use | Available 24/7 were the only two in their school (an mitment yet. Enfield needs to follow Enfield borough secondary) to do so. other London boroughs and set a firm On the day they were told in no uncer- divestment deadline. For example, Is- tain terms to change out of uniform lington Council has said it will fully as the school did not wish to be rep- divest by 2022. resented. I subsequently met with the On Thursday 5th September Enfield’s headteacher and after a respectful but pension committee will meet. We fruitless discussion, the school's posi- hope they will set a deadline to divest. tion is that they will continue to clas- Many people from communities across sify such absences as unauthorised. Enfield – faith leaders, trade unionists, Fortunately not every school in the youth groups, the council’s own em- UK has taken this approach. ployees – will be watching.

Ana Beard Adam McGibbon www.enfield.gov.uk/mylife Palmers Green Divest Enfield 10 HEALTH No.12 SEPTEMBER 2019 ENFIELD DISPATCH Urgently seeking answers Emma Friddin from Healthwatch Enfield on plans to reduce opening hours at Chase Farm Hospital At Healthwatch Enfield, it is our job to amplify voices of local people on key issues that affect them; over the last The urgent care centre at Chase Farm Hospital can treat patients without the need to book an appointment few weeks we collected feedback relating to this proposal and can show that 84% of local people who responded to us did not agree with the proposal. Our research findings suggest that the urgent care centre is a valuable resource. Those we heard from were concerned that the proposed changes will further reduce the provision of urgent care services in Enfield, will make accessing urgent care services in Enfield more difficult, and will have an impact on accident and emergency departments and ambulance services. Informed by feedback from local people, Healthwatch Enfield have written to Enfield CCG, requesting that they maintain the current opening times of the urgent care centre at Chase Farm Hospital. At the time of writing, we are currently waiting for a response to our letter, but will keep you updated when we hear more. Patricia Mecinska, chief executive of Healthwatch Enfield, said: “Local people have told us that the opening hours of the urgent care centre at Chase Farm should not be reduced. There is more work that needs to be done to provide information about the centre to local communities. “We hope that Enfield CCG will take note of local people’s views when making its decision. We will be advocating for this through all available forums and meetings.” You can read our full report and the open letter to Enfield CCG on our website. “We hope that Enfield CCG will take note of local people’s views when making its decision”

hanks to all 372 of you who shared your views great example of how we use your feedback to influence For more information about Healthwatch Enfield about the proposals to reduce the opening times of local health and social care services. and to get in touch: the urgent care centre at Chase Farm Hospital. Enfield CCG has recently proposed changing the closing Call 020 8373 6283 T We have been busy analysing your feedback and have time of the urgent care centre from 10pm to 9pm. This is Email [email protected] collated your views in a report, which we sent to Enfield because the busiest hours are from 8am to 12pm, while Tweet @HealthwatchEnf Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) in August. This is a the last hour of service is the quietest. Visit healthwatchenfield.co.uk Row over sugar in hospital meals Diabetic slams North Mid over lack of information for patients BY JAMES CRACKNELL orth Middlesex Univer- and a sachet of Heinz ketchup – between the ward staff and the and taste-tested and “are nutritious, Mid as one of our inpatients. sity Hospital has been which is 24% sugar. Why is this being catering staff. The nurses do not well-balanced and appetising”. To “Our menus contain clearly la- Ncriticised by a diabetic served to diabetics in a hospital? know what the patient is eating, or ensure meals meet national guidelines belled meal options for a wide range patient for serving meals with “I could not trust any other hot even if the patient has skipped meals. and standards set by government, a of diets. These include ‘healthi- high sugar content. meal as I had no idea how much “There is no calorie or sugar count full nutritional analysis of every food er choice’ options low in fat and Mark Fisher was admitted to the Ed- added sugar there was. For dessert for the diabetic salt, vegetarian and monton hospital in June and stayed I tried a crumble and custard but patient to read, so “I could not trust any hot meal vegan selections, as for five days, with one of his symp- it seemed ever so sweet.” they cannot control as I had no idea how much added well as desserts low toms being high blood sugar. He told Mark has called on the hospi- their sugar intake. in sugar which are the Dispatch: “There was no dietary tal to make it clearer what their The idea printed on sugar there was” recommended for advice given at all, and the nurses meals contain and to provide low- the menu of asking a nurse for this item on offer to patients is conducted. those with diabetes. said that is not part of the their role. sugar options. information is ludicrous.” A spokesperson for North Middle- “We always welcome feedback from “Breakfast was a choice of cereal, but “The government says diabetes Food at North Mid is supplied by sex University Hospital NHS Trust our patients and encourage anyone no way of knowing if it had added is the big killer, sugar is bad, and catering company Medirest, part of said: “We’re sorry to hear Mr Fisher who has a concern about their food sugar. I had omelette a couple of proper nutrition is ultra import- Compass Group UK. The hospital is unhappy with the food he expe- to raise it with one our team so we times, served with chips and peas ant. But in hospital there is no link says meals are regularly reviewed rienced during his stay at North can put things right at the time.” No.12 SEPTEMBER 2019 ENFIELD DISPATCH ADVERTISING 11 Advertisement Advertisement ENFIELD CONSULTATION NOW OPEN BOROUGH OVER 50s FORUM The Forum is seeking to recruit an Office and Development Manager due to the retirement of the postholder. The post is for 22.5 hours/week and is key in PRIVATE RENTED Enfield Council is committed to improving the supporting the Forum’s 6000 members. SECTOR PROPERTY quality of private rented housing in Enfield. Salary range is £20,000-£23,000 LICENSING We want to raise housing standards, reduce CONSULTATION anti-social behaviour and tackle deprivation. The job description, person specification and Complete the online survey and give us how to apply for the post is on our website: your views www.enfield.gov.uk/prsl enfieldover50sforum.org.uk

For more information email: [email protected] 2 3 Feature 0800 0730 348 ADVERTISE Volunteers are working together to P.5 NEWS No.1 OCTOBER 2018 ENFIELD DISPATCH NEWS No.1 OCTOBER 2018 ENFIELD DISPATCH improve a local stream – and boost wildlife www.enfield.gov.uk/prsl CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 WITH ENFIELD “We need to make the area con- Local Tories nected,”Advertisement Cllr Caliskan explained. Labour divided over leadership “We need to look at the whole in racism row ED. project and show the market we Complaints about selection process, but action against local party unlikely have a plan and that we will deliver BY JAMES CRACKNELL Cllr William Coleshill has it. We will have a phase-by-phase DISPATCH been suspended following o approach, giving many more com- omplaints by Labour coun- N .1 panies a chance to bid for sites, and cillors in Enfield about the comments made at a also generating greater financial selection process during this recent council meeting OCTOBER 2018 returns for the council.” Cyear's local election are unlikely to Cllr Caliskan dismissed sugges- lead to disciplinary action being he local Conservative Party Enfield Dispatch is the tions that suddenly ditching talks taken, the Dispatch understands. became embroiled in a borough's free community to find a Meridian Water master- You can advertise your Several sitting councillors were racism row after two Enfield newspaper. We publish planner, which had lasted several deselected prior to May's election, Tcouncillors in as many months were monthly and distribute 10,000 years, meant starting from scratch. in what some in the local party suspended over comments made free copies of each issue Opposition Conservative council- claim was a co-ordinated move to about people of Turkish origin. to cafés, pubs, community lors claimed £3m was “wasted” on organisation in Enfield Dispatchenable Councillor Nesil Caliskan Councillor William Coleshill brought centres, libraries, GP surgeries, legal fees and advice during the to become the new leader. chaotic scenes to the council chamber schools, hair salons, and failed procurement process. But Just two weeks after former leader last month when, in a debate about outside railway stations. the council leader pointed to prog- starting from £90. All you haveCouncillor Doug Taylor won an in- school spending, he asked if the Publisher ress made with land acquisition creased majority on the council, a Turkish family of a Labour council- David Floyd and said: “We have done a lot of leadership ballot was held that re- lor had “brought a classroom with the foundation work, building sulted in Cllr Taylor being ousted them” – prompting howls of protest. Editor up knowledge of the sites, clean- Original plansto for the Meridiando Water project,is which send may now change as theus council seeksyour to work with new developerslogo, andup Cllr Caliskan to taking his place. The furore came a few weeks after James Cracknell Several councillors – including another Conservative councillor was Designer “They talked ing up the land – these are things industries to provide employment housing, and Cllr Caliskan says this some who continue to serve in the suspended over an anti-Turkish post Jonathan Duncan we would have to pay for anyway.” at Meridian Water during the early also applies to Meridian Water. “My council's cabinet – made complaints Enfield Council's cabinet, including new leader Councillor on social media. 50 words of text describing your Nesil Caliskan (fifth from right) Credit Enfield Council Since 2014 the council has acquired phase of works. “We could just rent number one priority for the borough to the Labour Party's National Execu- In September's full council meeting Project Manager about building 35 hectares at Meridian Water, at a cost it out to a chicken factory and make is reducing inequality, and Meridian tive Committee (NEC) and called for at Enfield Civic Centre, Cllr Coleshill Anna Merryfield luxury homes of £157m, and now owns 64 percent of some money, but we are trying to get Water will play a part in that.” an investigation into the selection tion process, which she was direct- with constituency party members In response to the vote, Ms Ryan was responding to a motion put Contributors the land earmarkedbusiness, for development. people to live here.and We will get it right.”any contact detailsprocess amid claims that “signifi - ly involved in, saying all candidates claiming the Labour MP played a pointed to the ongoing anti-Semi- forward by Councillor Susan Erbil Stephen Cox – I didn't think Cllr Caliskan also said the council The council's aim for any new Find out more about the cant irregularities” had occurred. were “interviewed by completely role in the ousting of Cllr Taylor. tism row in the party and manoeu- calling for the government to reverse Claire Fisher was exploring the potential for key housing development in Enfield is plans for Meridian Water: A leaked letter also showed that independent panels comprised of The no confidence motion was vres being made by “hard left” ac- spending cuts affecting local schools. Frances Dismore it was okay” players from the film and music to provide 50 percent 'affordable' Visit meridianwater.co.uk some members were upset at the three Labour members from outside agreed in a narrow vote of 94 to 92. tivists, citing her position as chair of After claiming migrants had contri- Alison Archer you want included. Please numbersend of sitting black councillors Enfield”. The council leader declined It stated that members believed the Labour Friends of Israel group buted to the pressure placed on edu- Ciara McNulty who had been de-selected. to comment further for this article. Joan had “publicly undermined the as a decisive factor. cation funding, he asked: “When the Basil Clarke Chris Byrne However, the Dispatch has been told Councillor Joanna Laban, the Tory Labour Party in a manner that did She said: “This was about anti-Semi- Erbil family entered this country, did Jason McKenna us your logo as the originalthat Labour's image NEC is not currently group leader, said: “People deserve not seek a constructive way forward”. tism in the Labour Party and those of they bring a classroom with them?” Margaret Green conducting a formal investigation to know the truth and for any nec- Much of the anger against Joan us who have stood by the Jewish com- Loud cries of “racist” and “shame” Jo Johnson Borough prepares for Brexit into the selection process. While it essary action to be taken.” stems from the 2017 General Elec- munity and said 'enough is enough'. erupted from the Labour benches in Sharlene Gandhi is unlikely any disciplinary action The ongoing row over the circum- tion, when the Enfield North MP I will continue to speak out against the council chamber, with many coun- Dana Burstow Fears over impact on local servicesfile, and construction not projectsa small after UK leaves Europeanweb Union version.will be taken over the matter, the stances that led to the change at the openly disparaged the Labour Party's anti-Semitism, against the campaign cillors visibly angry and upset. The Garry Humphreys party has not denied the possibili- helm of the council last May has also leadership and claimed voters have to demonise and delegitimise the situation threatened to escalate before Regan O’Mahony BY STEPHEN COX service arrangements will need to new and untried ‘settled status’. Cllr Caliskan said: “As with the ty that rules were broken. been cited as a contributory factor in “more confidence in Theresa May world's only Jewish state, and for a Councillor Saray Karakus, who as Mayor Marianna Michael be reviewed”. Enfield’s flagship £6billion Meridi- majority of local councils across In an email to party members last month's vote of no confidence as prime minister than they would Labour Party which is true to its values of Enfield was chairing the meeting, David Williamson Arthur Salisbury ix months before Brexit, Councillor Nesil Caliskan, the an Water development is intended the country, we are very keen that Cllr Caliskan defended the selec- against Enfield North MP Joan Ryan, have in Jeremy Corbyn”. of anti-racism, respect and decency.” intervened and appealed for calm. bosses at Enfield Council council leader, has called for new to bring thousands of jobs and new government should announce a Cllr Coleshill said that he withdrew CONTACT say they need urgent clarity funding streamsContact to cover the loss housing, butour could become oneadvertising of fund to replace the EU structur- the remark and apologised, but after Son the final deal to be able to of EU regeneration funding. She many projects that struggles to find al funding that will no longer be ewly-rebuilt Chase Farm founded in 1948 – the same year people of Enfield, as well as the a ten-minute break, did not return to Call 020 8521 7956 manage the effects on its services. said: “Enfield Council continues qualified workers, with the council open to us. New £200m Hospital has welcomed its as the National Health Service. wider population we serve, a bril- his seat. The meeting subsequently Email EnfieldDispatch@ The council's leadership has to be concerned as to the poten- warning that Brexit “may have a “We hope to see decisive lead- first patients. There is a hospital concierge service liant environment to deliver the resumed with a motion, already sched- socialspider.com salesperson Klaudia: N highlighted the potential eco- tial impact Brexit or a ‘no deal negative impact on [the] construc- ership from government soon hospital The £200million hospital build- situated in the main lobby and very best of modern healthcare.” uled, stating the council “condemns Post Salisbury House, Bury nomic impact and uncertainty Brexit’ may have on our commu- tion industry, which is reliant on as the deadline draws closer. ing is described as being “equipped volunteers will help patients and While Chase Farm's accident and and stands against racism, xenopho- Street West, Enfield N9 9LA for the 23,000 non-British EU nities and our ability to continue EU nationals”. We cannot firm-up plans of building opens for the digital age” and features an visitors find their way around. emergency department was closed bia and hate crimes”. citizens currently residing in to deliver high-quality services Last month the council’s cabinet action until more detail is made urgent care centre, older person’s In addition, the hospital is testing five years ago, the new urgent care Councillor Joanne Laban, the Tory ADVERTISING the borough. when we leave the EU. available to us The new Chase Farm Hospital building is assessment unit, and eight “state- new technologies to improve centre (UCC) can treat minor illness leader, said: “Cllr Coleshill has had set to host 10,000 operations each year Contact Ben Cawthra: Earlier this year a council paper “We continue to await on the final of-the-art” operating theatres. patient experience and safety. This or injury that isn’t life-threaten- his party membership and the Con- Call 020 3892 0061 assessing risks to service deliv- firm directionCall from “Regeneration 020 8521 programmes 7956 settlement.” Chase Farm will now be the includes patients having greater ing, including sprains, strains and servative group whip suspended. He Email ben.cawthra@ ery gave an 'Amber' rating for government and in the The council primary location for planned control and involvement in their broken bones; minor burns and is sitting as an independent member.” hackneycitizen.co.uk Brexit, meaning it has potential interim are developing could be placed at risk” leader has also surgery within the Royal Free own care through a ‘patient portal’. scalds; minor head and eye injuries; The member for is now to cause disruption. contingency plans and joined those London NHS Foundation Trust, They will be able to view their and bites and stings. No appoint- the second newly-elected councillor to The report stated that, depend- gaining a Emailbetter understanding of [email protected] a projected gap in calling for a 'popular vote' on the which also runs the Barnet and medical history, test results, and ments are needed and the UCC is be suspended by the local party, after ing on the outcome of negotia- potential impacts on our residents funding over spending of more final proposals – a second Brexit Royal Free hospitals – delivering upcoming appointments. open every day from 8am to 10pm. Councillor Stephanos Ioannou, who tions, “regeneration programmes and on service provision.” than £9million, which may be met referendum. an expected 10,000 operations Natalie Forrest, chief executive of The old hospital buildings, includ- represents Southgate, shared a tabloid could be placed at risk; housing A third of all London’s construc- from reserves. Any economic She added: “I support the People’s each year. Chase Farm Hospital, said: “It’s ex- ing some structures that are more front page from the 1970s with a head- supply may come under further tion workers come from the rest downturn caused by Brexit could Vote and believe that Enfield resi- Accessibility has also been greatly citing to welcome patients into our than 130 years old, are now being line describing Turks as 'Barbarians'. We are grateful to Love Your Doorstep pressure; business rate income of the EU and, after Brexit, such impact further on income and in- dents deserve a say over what the improved at the hospital in The brand new hospital. We are very redeveloped for housing and Cllr Laban added: “The Conserva- for their ongoing support could fall, and environmental workers will need to apply for a crease demand for services. deal is – if there is one.” , which was originally proud and know it will offer the education. tive Party takes this sort of matter very seriously and on both occasions acted quickly.” 12 ARTS & CULTURE No.12 SEPTEMBER 2019 ENFIELD DISPATCH

Get set for the Shed

hickenshed Theatre in Cockfos- ters has announced its autumn programme – including shows, events,C workshops and classes for people of all ages. The charity has begun rehearsals for its annual Christmas show spectacular, which will boast a huge cast of 800 people. This year's production is Snow White – with a swinging Sixties twist. It promises to be a “vibrant, colourful and heartwarming” show set in the 1960s where traditional Guests can expect roles are changing fast. What better place a variety of for a thoroughly modern Snow White to entertainment at ‘find herself’? the Nightingale Arts critic Susannah Clapp said of last Charity Ball year’s Christmas show: “This Credit Anne-Marie is theatre that changes the idea not only of Sanderson who is being seen but of who is looking... meticulously drilled but completely lacking in uniformity, this is a myriad-faced crowd, unlike any other on the London stage.” Having a ball Snow White will run from Wednesday 27th November until Saturday 11th January. Louise Tully from Nightingale Cancer Support Also this autumn, Chickenshed's much- loved Christmas Tales will be sprinkling its Centre invites residents to the charity's big night festive magic. Tales from the Shed (the inter- active theatre show which itself returns of entertainment Friday 6th September) has been super-sized t Nightingale Cancer by relying on the generosity of the gale Cancer Support Centre through to bring this energetic experience to Chick- Support Centre we're general public and by organising an auction and raffle, which will enshed's biggest and brightest stage, the looking forward to a night our own special events. include fantastic items such as Rayne Theatre.With puppets, singing, A At the Nightingale Charity Ball dancing and some larger-than-life char- to remember at our upcoming weekend breaks, tickets to sport- charity ball – and we hope you'll on Friday 20th September, we will ing events, immersive theatre acters, Christmas Tales is guaranteed to join us for a wonderfully decadent be rolling out the red carpet! The experiences, jewellery and more. entertain the very youngest audiences – evening of entertainment! evening will begin with a drinks Nightingale's director Joan Kearns and grown-ups too! Our local charity based in Baker reception accompanied by live music said: “We’re excited to host this For Halloween on Thursday 31st October Street, Enfield, provides cancer and magic entertainment. Following event in September as it’s the first don't miss The Return of the Living Shed fea- support services charity ball we’ve planned turing spooky tunes and a suitably scary to people living or in a few years. film, with other surprises along the way. receiving treatment “We hope that many of our “We hope that many of It promises to be a terrifying night in in the borough of our clients and support- 'Shockfosters'! Enfield. We provide clients and supporters ers will be joining us for As well as these shows, Chickenshed will physical and emotion- a fabulous evening in aid be hosting some of the funniest comedi- al support services, will be joining us for a of our charity.” ans around. At regular stand-up night groups and activities fabulous evening” Tickets for the event are Comedy Shed on Thursday 19th Septem- for all those who may priced at just £49.50 per ber will be Dane Baptiste, nominated for be affected by a cancer person and can be pur- the 'Best Newcomer' at 2014's Edinburgh diagnosis, including patients, carers, this, guests will be invited to take chased individually or in groups. Comedy Awards; Aaron Simmonds, a BBC family, friends and colleagues. their seats for a three-course meal Tables can seat a maximum of ten New Comedy Award finalist in 2017; and Currently supporting more than served with an enjoyable night of en- guests. We look forward to wel- Andrew Ryan, who won ‘Best New Show’ 350 people locally, Nightingale tertainment including table games, a coming you! at The Leicester Comedy Festival in 2018. supports those people who have self- selfie pod, music from the big band Chickenshed also hosts a range of classes referred, alongside many referred English Jazz Orchestra alongside vo- For more information and and workshops to get stuck into for both via the NHS, Improving Access to calists Michael Mendez and Tracy to book tickets to the adults and young people. Psychological Therapies (IAPT) and Warrington. There will also be a DJ Nightingale Charity Ball on national charity Macmillan Cancer to help you dance the night away! Friday 20th September at For more information Support. Nightingale is not funded The evening is set to be great fun Forty Hall: and to book tickets: by the government and that is why for all those who attend and hopes to Call 020 8366 9674 Visit chickenshed.org.uk/Pages/ we have to raise our own funds – raise substantial funds for Nightin- Visit nightingalesupport.org.uk Events/Category/whats-on 13 No.12 SEPTEMBER 2019 ENFIELD DISPATCH LISTINGS Submit your listing We can include low-cost community events taking place in The Market Place to be Enfield. For next month's listings, email the details of your event to [email protected] by Tuesday 17th September. Susan Foss, deputy manager of The Old Enfield Charitable Trust, on its role in the community dreds of years, Market Place is as relevant as ever A regular market is held at Market Place in HEALTH MUSIC Enfield Town, as well as special events and remains at the heart of the community. This is thanks to the work of The Old Enfield Charitable Trust, the registered charity which owns and runs Edmonton Diabetes Music at Myddelton the site. Profits from the weekly rent go towards Support Group Sunday 1st September, 5.30pm Thursday 12th September, 7pm Myddelton House Gardens, Bulls the £250,000 awarded in grants each year to needy The Salvation Army Edmonton, Cross, Enfield EN2 9HG members from the ancient parish of Enfield. 339 Fore Street, Edmonton N9 0NU The trust has been awarding grants since the year Enjoy the magic and beauty of Myddelton 1547. They are awarded under three categories; Our group offers support and House Gardens while listening to the personal grants for items within the home; edu- information to people living with sounds of funk, disco and Motown. cation grants for students in further education; diabetes, their families, friends and Including classic hits by James Brown and community grants for local charities, groups carers. Hear speakers, ask questions and Stevie Wonder. and organisations benefiting the local community. and chat about living with diabetes. £10 entry We have a board of 15 trustees, who each bring Free entry Visit visitleevalley.org.uk arket Place in Enfield Town has become different skills and experience to the organisation. Call 07861 709 001 the place to be, with another hugely The board sets the guidelines for us to follow, while Email edmontondiabetes.iff@ Msuccessful season of events. the trust’s day-to-day work is carried out by a team gmail.com In April we held our St George’s Day Parade, in May of dedicated staff. HISTORY there was the Charter Fayre, and in July there was If you feel you are in need of a grant and you reside the Enfield Market Beach event for children and within the ancient parish of Enfield, please get in MEETING Local History Meeting parents alike – this year sponsored by Metaswitch touch. Our staff can advise you of your egibility. Tuesday 10th September, 7.30pm and installed by McLaren Construction. All the above If you are interested in local history you can also Friends Meeting House, 61 Church were free community events in the heart of Enfield. visit the Old Vestry Office in The Town on Saturday Enfield Transport User Group Hill, Winchmore Hill N21 1LE Aside from these special events we host a weekly 21st September, 11am–3pm, as part of Open House Wednesday 4th September, 6.30pm market open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday. London. The original Royal Charter and seal will be Enfield Civic Centre, Silver Street, A talk by Joe Studman on the subject New stalls are opening all the time, adding to the exhibited along with ledger books from the 1600s! Enfield EN1 3XA of '20th Century Women of Enfield'. appeal of a market that can trace its history back to Event organised by Southgate District 1303 – when the first licence for a market in Enfield For more information about Meeting to discuss various transport Civic Trust. The Old Enfield Charitable Trust: was granted by Edward I. issues facing the borough. Open to all Members free, non-members £2 For, despite being able to trace its history back hun- Visit thetrustenfield.org.uk people interested in improving public Visit southgatedistrictcivictrust.org.uk transport in Enfield.

Free entry World War Two Conference Email enfieldtransportusergroup@ Sat 14th September, 9.30am–4.15pm POETRY CORNER gmail.com Dugdale Centre, 39 London Road, Enfield EN2 6DS

Coots Organised by The Enfield Society and POETRY Museum of Enfield, coinciding with the M. Anne Alexander new exhibition 'Enfield at War', this event brings together historians, actors Five little red beaks The Enfield Poets and poets to showcase the history Saturday 7th September, 7.30pm and impact of the Second World War peak through the black coat Dugdale Centre, 39 London Road, in Enfield. Enfield EN2 6DS of the coots’ mum, Tickets £15 for Enfield Society till their dad comes. members, £17 for non-members The Enfield Poets will start their new Call 020 8807 6680 season of poetry evenings this month. Visit dugdalecentre.co.uk A month before, The talented Enfield Stanza group will a drake called at their nest, be the first guests. and tried to extract a straw, £3 entry Visit enfieldpoets.com AUDITION till their dad saw him off. Poetry Writing Workshop Gospel Singers Today, their dad leads them, Saturday 21st September, 1.30pm Tuesday 17th September, 11am–1pm gliding along the sparkling river, Palmers Green Library, Broomfield Ponders End URC, College Court, Lane, Palmers Green N13 4EY Enfield EN3 4EY darting and foraging and back to their home. Katherine Gallagher will lead this Gospel Temple Apostolic Church is hold- workshop focusing on the enigma of ing open auditions for gospel singers to Stevie Smith; her status as outsider, sing at three events this autumn. Apply Little boys gather, to watch, the range and voices of her poetry, by sending a CV or showreel. entranced, in awe, and her life as a Palmers Green poet with a formidable national reputation. All welcome to apply along the river bank Email gospeltemple@ in Enfield Town. Tickets £28, concessions £21 outlook.com Visit katherine-gallagher.com Visit gospeltemple.org.uk 14 NEWS No.12 SEPTEMBER 2019 ENFIELD DISPATCH

AROUND THE BOROUGH EDMONTON CLAY HILL Local councillors under fire Grave concern over cemetery clearance BY SIMON ALLIN, the meetings for a very long time’. Clearance work began in August but peaceful and safe cemeteries where LOCAL DEMOCRACY REPORTER Some of them have never even met families now fear the graves will be graves can be properly prepared, well the councillors – they don’t know trampled by visitors, disrespecting maintained and easily accessed by COUNCILLORS HAVE BEEN what they look like.” the dead. Trevor Docherty, whose all grave owners and visitors. accused of failing to turn up to Jany said councillors had previous- sister-in-law Deniz Halil is buried “We have simply asked grave meetings aimed at tackling crime ly told CAPE members they did not at the cemetery, told the Dispatch: owners of plots where the surround, in part of Edmonton. attend because they feared for their “If a grave isn't clearly marked out planting or memorial items do not The Lower Edmonton branch of safety, after a former councillor was people will walk over it because comply with agreed guidelines to Community Action Partnership in attacked. She added: “Because there they don't know it's there. We saw undertake remedial action to help Enfield (CAPE) meets once a month are no councillors to report the someone do that and they were prevent intrusions on other graves to report criminal offences logged issues to, I am doing all the report- quite embarrassed when we told and help with accessibility, main- by residents and Neighbourhood ing online – there is only so much I them what they were walking over. tenance and safety issues. Watch teams, but while police offi- can do. It is not a legal obligation to BEREAVED FAMILIES HAVE HIT “What the council is doing is “We understand that it can be cers regularly attend, its chair Jany attend, but it is important to share out at Enfield Council over the totally outrageous. A graveyard distressing to be asked to remove Badoye says no local councillors have what they are doing.” clearance of graves at Strayfield should be somewhere you find non-compliant items or planting.” shown up for at least two years. Lower Edmonton councillors Guney Road Lawn Cemetery. peace and sanctuary.” Trevor denies that the cemetery is Jany said: “When I took over the Donan, Sinan Boztas and Margaret Relatives of people buried at the A petition against the removal of ar- a health hazard. He added: “The role of chair, residents were saying Greer are all Labour members. All cemetery were told only headstones tefacts from graves has been signed truth is they want to cram as many ‘we have not had councillors attend three were approached for comment. and small kerbs at the foot of the by more then 1,000 people. Amid the graves in there as possible.” graves were allowed to remain and growing controversy council leader Concerned relatives are asked to SOUTHGATE that “no other surrounds, fences, Nesil Caliskan said: “It is important call the council's bereavement ser- trees or shrubs are permitted”. that the council provides attractive, vices manager on: 020 8379 3767. Books returned PALMERS GREEN SOUTHGATE LIBRARY HAS The move was part of cost-cutting returned to its original home in measures by Enfield Council. High Street. On Monday 19th August the library Objection to theatre redevelopment The library had been controversial- moved back to the original building, THE THEATRES TRUST HAS TOLD ly relocated in 2016 – when it was which had been used as office space Enfield Council it “strongly objects” to known as Southgate Circus Library over the past three years. According plans to demolish a much-loved theatre. – to nearby Barnet and Southgate to the council the return to the High The national body opposes plans by College, where it shared a floor with Street site will mean the library “can St Monica's Church to knock down the college's own library facility. be a real hub for the community”. Intimate Theatre in Green Lanes, describing it as a “rare survivor” of inter-war theatre design. Last year 4,500 people signed a petition Junction works row to save the 88-year-old building, also known as St Monica's Hall, because of UPCOMING EXPANSION WORKS Philip Ridley, group chair, said: its rich history – including hosting the at junction 25 of the M25 will not “We are about to have three years' first-ever play broadcast live on television. benefit Enfield, according to a local disruption on the A10 despite Writing a formal objection to the campaign group. Highways England rejecting an council, which will decide whether to Extra lanes are set to be built option that would have delivered approve construction of a new church at the junction, which connects capacity for London.” hall and six residential flats, Tom Clarke the A10 in Bullsmoor to London's The government agency says the from The Theatres Trust said: “Intimate orbital motorway, with the main junction upgrade, projected to Theatre has unique history and heri- aim of cutting queues for drivers cost up to £50million, will “in- tage and is highly valued by the local turning off the M25. However, crease capacity, improve safety, community... It has high-quality ornate Enfield Transport Users Group has support future traffic demands, interior features and fittings. The claimed an alternative proposal that maintain access for pedestri- history of the building and its contri- would have also reduced queues ans and cyclists, and minimise bution to repertory theatre in London on the A10 in Enfield was rejected environmental effects”. as well as the artists that played there Intimate Theatre in Green Lanes was where Richard before a consultation could be held. Work is due to start in 2020. adds to its special historic interest.” Attenborough made his professional stage debut 15 SPORT No.12 SEPTEMBER 2019 ENFIELD DISPATCH Winchmore Hill FC (in purple) playing at Ford's Grove Credit John Johnson Towners get Meta BY ANDREW WARSHAW

ponsoring your local non-league foot- ball club is not only about having Sbillboard advertising and putting your name to individual players – essen- tial though that is for a club’s existence. It’s also about identifying how you can most effectively make a difference behind the scenes. Multinational software development giants Metaswitch, Enfield’s largest private employer, is doing just that in its collaboration with Enfield Town FC, with whom they have established a community partner relationship. The work Enfield Town does in the com- munity often goes unnoticed, not least its learning disability squad and helping children with special needs. But this work cannot be organised efficiently without funding. Metaswitch, based in Church Street, provides the club with the finan- Ton up for football club cial support it needs for specific projects; covering children with dyspraxia, cerebral BY JOHN JOHNSON ans’ sides on a Sunday, and also more than just playing 90 minutes fix of football can be attained each palsy and behavioural problems. boasts a substantial youth set up each Saturday. Reflecting over a week after work. Winchmore Hill Roger Reed, Enfield Town’s life president, estling in the heart of for both boys and girls. Current few drinks in the bar afterwards FC is no different and is always told the Dispatch: “Frankly, it is only with their N21 is the oldest foot- Spurs player Kyle Walker-Peters with your own team mates and the actively looking for new players support that we could carry out this work. ball club in the area – even spent some time playing in opposition is part of the culture, of all standards. “We give them recognition in the club’s NWinchmore Hill FC is about to the youth teams here! and lifelong friendships are formed The upcoming centenary season matchday programme and with a pitch- celebrate its 100th season. Completely run by volunteers, along the way. will be marked by a number side advert, but they ask nothing from us Founded in 1920 as a sub- WHFC is proud of its achieve- Former players who have been of events culminating in a gala other than that we deliver the projects they section of Winchmore Hill Cricket ments over the past century; associated with the club for many dinner next May and also the pur- have supported.” Club, the football team joined the these include what is known as years, some for over half a century, chase of a new kit for all teams – if The collaboration started in August 2017 Southern Amateur League in 1927 the 'purple patch' (they play in a continue to be involved in running sufficient sponsorship can be found. when the company donated £1,500 – and has played in that competi- purple strip) between 1948 and the club, giving up their own time The new season starts on Saturday funding a new kit for the disability squad tion ever since. 1956, when they won the South- to ensure it continues to prosper. 14th September – entrance is free and the expansion of the club's work with The club is based at Ford’s Grove, ern Amateur League six times. Most amateur football clubs and everybody is welcome! youngsters. In December 2018, a further which has four grass pitches and While the quest for trophies has these days are finding it harder to For more information donation of £4,000 funded coaching for an artificial training surface. It always been high on the agenda attract players for various reasons, about Winchmore Hill children with dyspraxia and cerebral palsy fields seven adult men’s teams on as each new season begins, not least because of the growth of Football Club: and other children with emotional and a Saturday afternoon, two veter- Winchmore Hill is about much five-a-side leagues where a quick- Visit winchmorehillfc.co.uk behavioural support needs. Gill Paschalis, executive assistant of com- munity affairs at Enfield’s Metaswitch branch, explained the rationale behind the collaboration. She said: “We have Check us out always been interested in helping local organisations and charities in the borough. Devina Rishi and Ryan Hebbs on how youngsters are inspired to play chess “The brief is to try and support disadvan- t’s all hotting up in Enfield’s The event was a roaring success. In tition, 32 intense games from our and developing friendships. taged children in the local community growing chess community! addition to playing for the excite- inspiring prodigies, lots of smiles Acorns Chess Club (for children and this fitted perfectly with the football IWith the amazing work of ment of the game and rising to the and yes, even a few tears, we finally up to 15 years) runs on Saturday club’s ethos. Acorns Chess Club, the Chess in challenge of tougher competition, had a winner; eight-year-old Albert mornings and Wednesdays after “When the club approached me and told Schools and Communities (CSC) participants were also playing for regularly plays chess at Palmers school during term time at Millfield me about their plans to support kids with charity thriving locally, and the prizes. No-one left empty handed, Green Library and along with so Arts Centre, with different classes special needs, I thought it was a great idea.” birth of 'Enfield Beasts' chess clubs with certificates and a little some- many others has developed and depending on ability. Enfield Beasts Gill has spoken to many of the families and at our local libraries last summer, thing for everyone. There were grown so much over the past year. chess clubs run on Saturdays at remembers one particular incident. “There it was only a matter of time before chess sets, book vouchers, learning We are passionate about promot- Enfield Town, Palmers Green and was a parent with tears in his eyes on the things became competitive between materials, medals and an impressive ing chess in the community via Edmonton Green libraries, and is touchline,” she said. “He never imagined our talented youngsters. trophy for those who reached the local clubs and sharing the many open to all ages and abilities. Other in his wildest dreams that his son would In July, 32 young minds met across final rounds. Prizes were donated benefits of the game for all ages chess clubs are available for over- be able to kick a ball around.” the famous eight-by-eight board by CSC, Enfield Business Associa- and abilities. Chess improves cog- 50s and for people with autism. What’s in it for the company? “Just the at Enfield Town Library for the tion and WHSmith, and were pre- nitive functions such as reasoning, feeling that we can give something back to first-ever Enfield Junior Chess Fest, sented by chess enthusiast and local problem-solving and developing For further information our local community. We’ve been in the on chess clubs in Enfield: an under-16s knock-out chess tour- councillor, Yasemin Brett. strategies, plus social skills such Email acorns-chess@ town for almost 35 years and have a long nament celebrating chess in Enfield. After two-and-half hours of compe- as good etiquette, sportsmanship outlook.com history of trying to be a good neighbour.” 16 No.12 SEPTEMBER 2019 ENFIELD DISPATCH Have your Support local say! Take part in our independent readers' survey here: Visit enfielddispatch. journalism co.uk/survey/

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