Many people will no doubt be pleased to know that this is where the 'sacred fire, representing the unity and vitality of the community' of Palmers Green is going to be kept alight (see Wikipedia).
The photographs show the Southgate Town Hall council chamber in 2011. The panelling and stained glass has gone, but the safe door remains set in the wall of one of the smaller flats. Prices of flats rise to £625,000.