Just under half of candidates standing for election to councils in north London have signed up to the commitments listed in a manifesto issued by a community group that campaigns for zero-waste policies across the seven boroughs that are represented on the North London Waste Authority.
Watch a recording of Tuesday evening's EnCAF Environmental Hustings, where candidates from three political parties were questioned about their policies.
New analysis by environmental and waste consultant Dr Dominic Hogg further undermines the environmental case that the North London Waste Authority (NLWA) has been setting out in support of this expensive and 'environmentally disastrous' project.
The newly published results of a study by the environmental charity Possible shows that excessive car use on London's roads causes significant delays to fire engines and ambulances and is likely to contribute to deaths of patients. The researchers took advantage of the huge drops in traffic during the 2020 lockdowns to compare emergency service response times during these periods with response times and before and since. During lockdowns response times fell dramatically, particularly for inner London fire stations. The research does not support claims that cycle lanes and low-traffic neighbourhoods cause delays to emergency services.
Do you have the knowledge, experience, and passion to promote better health and care for the people of Enfield? Healthwatch Enfield are looking for local residents, students, and professionals to join them as Local Committee Volunteers to amplify the views of local people and guide and monitor their work.
The organisers of Enfield in Bloom have announced details of this year's competition. Once again, the competition is being sponsored by Tottenham Hotspur FC.
Mayfield Tennis and Sports Club is promising a fun-packed day for the local community on Saturday 30th April. There'll be a chance to share a court with professionals and to try out other sports, plus activities for kids. Money raised will go towards new courts and the launch of tennis coaching for disabled people.
