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Examination in public of the Enfield Local Plan began at 9.30 this morning and continues until next Thursday (and possibly also next Friday morning. This article has links to the live streaming of the event on YouTube.

Earlier this month TV stars Sarah Parish and James Murray were special guests at Barnet-based Noah's Ark children's hospice, where their charitable foundation, the Murray Parish Trust, is funding drama therapy sessions for sick children.

Lifting the Lid, a new report published by Age UK London, reveals a worrying decline in public toilet availability across the capital.

Local NHS watchdog body Healthwatch Enfield has launched its annual survey, asking people about their priorities for health and wellbeing in 2025.

New Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander is being urged to adopt a new vision for a Low Traffic Future, for the sake of the nation's health, wealth and wellbeing.

Two environmental groups have published their responses to a consultation on a draft version of a new waste strategy for north London. Enfield Climate Action Forum and Stop the Edmonton Incinerator Now both argue that the draft in its current form will not do enough to improve the amount of reusable materials that are recovered from household waste and relies too heavily on incineration, which by emitting greenhouse gases is exacerbating the climate emergency.

North London air pollution campaigner Ruth Fitzharris from Mums for Lungs explains why solid-fuel and wood burning stoves are injurious to health, affecting children in particular

The Palmers Green Action Team is calling on residents to oppose renewed attempts to obtain planning permission to convert a former bank into gambling venue. The deadline for objecting is 15th January.

There will be frequency enhancements to local bus services 121, 329, W6 and W4 beginning next week or on 1st February. The biggest improvements will be to the W6 evening service.

This FREE introductory webinar is for anyone thinking of starting a business and located in a north London borough.

Jenny Arkwright, the Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) for Palmers Green ward, has sent a link to the January 2025 virtual ward panel survey, designed to discover what types of crime and anti-social behaviour most concern the ward's residents and businesses.

The wonderful Enfield charity Cooking Champions have published the highlights of their achievements in 2024. They have big plans for 2025, but like other small charities can't assume that they will survive the year. You too can help write their next chapter, by volunteering, donating or simply spreading the message.