Eight parks in Tottenham are set to receive major improvements as part of a £1.5 million investment announced by Haringey Council. The significant funding boost will enhance facilities across several parks and recreation grounds in the east of the borough. Bruce Castle Park, Downhills Park, and Lordship Recreation Ground will each receive over £250,000 in […]
AI Cameras Catch High-Rise Fly-Tippers in North London Estate
Haringey Council has deployed advanced AI-powered cameras to combat the dangerous practice of residents throwing rubbish from tower block windows, with three £1,000 fines already issued since the technology’s introduction. The motion-sensitive cameras, first installed on the Broadwater Farm estate in November, have captured 11 incidents of aerial fly-tipping, with items being thrown from heights […]
Haringey Secures £937k for School Holiday Programme to Support Local Families
Thousands of Haringey children will benefit from free holiday activities and meals throughout 2025, as the council secures nearly £1 million in government funding for its Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme. The £937,710 grant will provide free holiday camp places and family outings for children eligible for free school meals during Easter, Summer and […]
Haringey Libraries Launch Packed Programme for LGBTQ+ History Month
Haringey Council has announced an extensive programme of LGBTQ+ History Month events across its libraries and cultural venues this February, featuring everything from film screenings to historical walking tours. Hornsey Library takes center stage with weekly film screenings throughout February, including advance showings of anticipated releases like “All of Us Strangers” and “Love Lies Bleeding.” […]
London Council Leads National Fight Against Gambling Advertising
Haringey Council has become the first local authority in Britain to demand a national ban on gambling advertising, joining forces with the Coalition to End Gambling Ads (CEGA) in a landmark move to combat gambling-related harm. The North London borough, where an estimated 8,000 residents suffer from gambling-related problems, is pushing for stricter controls on […]
Local Community Unites at Spurs Stadium to Mark Holocaust Memorial Day
Tottenham Hotspur Stadium hosted a poignant Holocaust Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, bringing together Haringey’s diverse community to remember victims of the Holocaust and subsequent genocides. The civic ceremony, which drew attendees from across the borough’s multi-faith communities, featured powerful speeches from local leaders and included special musical performances by students. Spurs ambassador Gary Mabbutt […]
Major Police and Council Action Day Announced as Crime Rates Fall in North London
Residents of Northumberland Park and Bruce Castle will have direct access to police and council officials during a comprehensive Day of Action on January 29, following significant success in reducing local crime rates. The initiative comes as the area’s “Clear, Hold, Build” program moves into its second phase, having achieved a remarkable 14% reduction in […]
St Ann’s Residents to Benefit from Council’s Intensive Week of Community Action
Haringey Council is bringing its successful Week of Action initiative to St Ann’s, focusing on key community concerns including anti-social behavior, crime, housing, and waste management. The intensive program kicks off Monday, January 27, offering residents multiple opportunities to engage directly with council services. In response to feedback from previous events, the council has expanded […]
Haringey Says Farewell to Borough’s First Black Female Mayor, Erline Prescott
Haringey Council and the local community have bid a heartfelt farewell to former councillor Erline Prescott, the borough’s first Black female Mayor, at a funeral attended by friends, family, and colleagues. Prescott passed away in November 2024, leaving behind a legacy of dedication and service to Haringey. Erline Prescott was a trailblazer in local politics, […]