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Enfield tackles abuse, hate crime & school funding gaps

This week in Enfield:

Council Grapples with Rising Domestic Abuse and Hate Crime

The Equalities Board met this week to confront pressing issues of domestic abuse, health inequalities, and hate crime in Enfield. Equalities Board While overall hate crime has decreased, Islamophobic and antisemitic incidents are on the rise, and domestic abuse remains a significant concern.

Domestic Abuse: A Victim-Centred Approach

The board reviewed the draft Safer Stronger Communities Board (SSCB) Violence Against Women and Girls Strategy 2026-30, which aims to prevent violence, respond to immediate risks, and provide long-term support for survivors.

  • Concerning Statistics: Between October 2024 and September 2025, there were 3,446 domestic abuse offences recorded in Enfield.
  • Ranking High: Enfield ranks 13th highest among London boroughs for domestic abuse offences per 1,000 population.
  • Emerging Themes: Since 2016, 18 Domestic Related Homicide Reviews in Enfield have identified mental health, drugs and alcohol, and cultural pressures as recurring factors.
  • Women's Night Safety Charter: Enfield Council is leading the establishment of a Women's Night Safety Charter, with over 60 businesses having adopted it to date.

Health Inequalities: An Inverse L of Disadvantage

The board also discussed the stark health inequalities across Enfield, with poorer health outcomes concentrated in an inverse L shape from Enfield Lock to Edmonton to New Southgate.

  • Child Poverty: Enfield is the 8th most deprived borough in London in terms of child poverty.
  • Housing Insecurity: Enfield has the 9th highest rate of residents housed in temporary accommodation1.
  • Life Expectancy Gap: Male life expectancy ranges from 75.9 years in Upper Edmonton to 83.3 years in Grange.
  • Obesity and Smoking: Over 62% of adults are overweight or obese, and smoking prevalence stands at 15%, both exceeding London and national averages.
  • Dementia: The prevalence of dementia among people aged 65 and over is 5.3%, the highest rate in London.

Hate Crime: Racist and Religious Incidents Dominate

The board received an update on hate crime in Enfield, revealing a complex picture.

  • Overall Decrease: There were 580 hate crime offences recorded in the twelve months leading up to November 2025, an 11% decrease over the same period the previous year.
  • Racist and Religious Hate: Racist and religious hate crime offences reduced by 9.7% but still account for approximately 93% of all reported incidents.
  • Rising Islamophobia and Antisemitism: Islamophobic and antisemitic hate crime offences increased.
  • Community Engagement: Community Safety works closely with community partners to tackle hate crime through collaborative initiatives, including training events, publicity campaigns and engagement events.

Schools Forum Debates Funding Transfers Amidst Rising Special Needs Costs

The Schools Forum met to discuss school funding arrangements and a proposed transfer of funds to support students with special needs. Schools Forum With the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) facing a significant deficit, the forum considered a controversial move to shift money from mainstream schools to high needs provisions.

Funding Shortfall: High Needs Overspend Creates Deficit

The forum heard that the DSG is facing a cumulative deficit forecast of £21.889 million, driven by rising costs for Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision.

  • DSG Decrease: The DSG allocation before recoupment2 and deductions was £462.681 million, a decrease of £1.450 million since December 2024.
  • High Needs Overspend: The Quarter 2 monitoring position showed an expected overspend in the high needs area of £4.471 million.

Block Transfer: Shifting Funds to High Needs

The forum was asked to agree to transfer 0.5% from the DSG Schools Block to the High Needs Block to support mainstream schools with high numbers of pupils with Education, Health and Care plans (EHCPs).

  • Limited Flexibility: The Department for Education (DfE) allows local authorities to transfer up to 0.5% of the Schools Block into another DSG block, with Schools Forum approval.
  • Continued Transfer: The local authority proposed to continue transferring 0.5% of the total Schools Block allocation to the High Needs Block in the 2026/27 financial year.

De-Delegation: Maintaining Services for Maintained Schools

The Schools Forum was asked to consider and agree proposals for de-delegated services for maintained schools for the 2026/27 financial year.

  • Services Covered: De-delegated services cover contingencies (GDPR3), free school meals eligibility, CLEAPSS4 licences and subscriptions, trade union facilities time, and additional school improvement services for secondary schools.
  • Maintaining Services: The report proposed maintaining the current de-delegated services in 2026/27, applying a 3.5% uplift to reflect inflation.

Health Board Focuses on Strategy and Support for Independence

The Health and Wellbeing Board met to discuss action plans related to the Enfield Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy and the council's Supporting Independency Strategy. Health and Wellbeing Board The board also received an update on the Damp and Mould Taskforce activity following the introduction of Awaab's Law.

Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy: Addressing Key Priorities

The board received an update on the Enfield Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy action plans and key performance indicators (KPIs). The strategy focuses on three priorities: Start Well, Live Well, and Age Well.

  • Start Well: Supporting children and young people to maintain good emotional wellbeing and mental health.
  • Live Well: Supporting residents to manage their major conditions.
  • Age Well: Helping every Enfield resident prevent the risks of age-related ill health.

Supporting Independency Strategy: Empowering Residents

The Health and Wellbeing Board noted the end-of-year review for 2024/25, providing a summary of overall progress against the priorities and actions set out in the Supporting Independence Strategy 2023-2027.

  • Key Achievements: Commissioning of Prevention & Early Intervention Contracts, delivery of accessible extra care homes, and increased referrals to the Welfare Advice & Debt Support Team.
  • Focus for 2025/26: Further embedding Prevention & Early Intervention, expanding the council's Assistive Technology offer, and increasing accommodation options for people with disabilities.

Scrutiny Panel Examines Education Performance and Family Hubs

The Thriving Children and Young People Scrutiny Panel discussed education performance, family hubs, children's social care complaints, and school attendance and exclusion rates. Thriving Children and Young People Scrutiny Panel The panel also reviewed its work programme for the upcoming year.

Education Borough Profile: Strengths and Challenges

The panel received an annual education performance report, offering an analysis of the 2025 attainment outcomes for children and young people in the borough.

  • Positive Ratings: 100% of schools in the borough were rated as good or better in all four main Ofsted inspection areas.
  • Declining Suspensions: Suspension rates declined in both primary and secondary schools in 2023/24, and were below the national average.
  • Key Stage 2 Success: All achievement metrics in key stage 2 were securely above the national average, with some in line with the London average.
  • Disparities: Outcomes for pupils with EHCP showed girls perform better than boys, and Black Caribbean girls perform much better than Black Caribbean boys.

Family Hubs: A Positive Impact

The panel received a report providing a progress update on Family Hubs and Start for Life services, and the positive impact that the hubs and services delivered from the hubs were having in relation to Enfield's parents and carers, children and young people.

  • Funding: Enfield's Family Hubs and Start for Life funding allocation was £5,854,825 for the period 2022–2025.
  • Improved Access: Enfield's Family Hubs have successfully brought together a diverse and comprehensive range of services for children, young people, and families.

Children's Social Care Complaints: A Decrease in Volume

The panel received the Children's Social Care Annual Statutory Complaints Report 2024/25.

  • Decreased Complaints: Complaint volumes decreased from the previous year figure of 18 stage 1 complaints.
  • Main Reasons: The main reasons for stage 1 complaints were social worker interactions, and quality of service delivered.
  • Compliments: 38 compliments were received by Children's Social Care, which is approximately four times more than there were complaints.

School Attendance and Exclusions: A Mixed Picture

The panel received an update on the borough's attendance and exclusion rates.

  • Attendance Drop: When looking at the term 2 data, attendance dropped both across London and Nationally, and that Enfield's attendance dropped, and persistent absence increased more than the others.
  • Low Exclusion Rate: Enfield had the 2nd lowest permanent exclusion rate in London for 2023/24, and ranked 4th out of the local authorities in England for the lowest permanent exclusion rate.

Pension Board Reviews Fund Performance and Strategy

The Local Pension Board met to review the Enfield Pension Fund's performance, funding strategy, and administration. Local Pension Board The board also discussed the Local Authority Pension Fund Forum (LAPFF) quarterly update.

Funding Strategy Statement: Ensuring Long-Term Stability

The Local Pension Board noted and commented on the draft version of the Funding Strategy Statement (FSS), and the initial results of the 2025 valuation for the whole fund.

  • Key Elements: The FSS sets out how the Enfield Pension Fund will meet its liabilities to pension holders in the future, including the fund's investment strategy, risk management, and collaboration with employers.

Pension Fund Annual Report: A Comprehensive Overview

The Local Pension Board noted the contents of the Enfield Pension Fund Annual Report and Accounts.

  • Performance Summary: The annual report provides an overview of the fund's performance, activities, and governance arrangements during the financial year.

Pensions Administration Performance: Monitoring Key Indicators

The Local Pension Board noted the contents of the quarterly monitoring report of pensions administration performance targets and indicators, including the risk register.

  • Key Areas: The report covers benefit calculations and payments, member communications, data quality and security, and risk management.

LAPFF Quarterly Update: Promoting Responsible Investment

The Pension Board noted the contents of the LAPFF quarterly update, which gives details on the LAPFF company engagements for the quarter.

  • ESG Focus: The LAPFF engages with companies on behalf of its member funds to promote responsible investment practices and address environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues.

Other Matters

Upcoming Meetings

  • The Healthy and Safe Communities Scrutiny Panel will meet on Tuesday 09 December 2025 to discuss the Enfield Safer Stronger Communities Board Violence Against Women and Girls Strategy 2026-30, community cohesion work, and the Safer Stronger Communities Performance Report. Healthy and Safe Communities Scrutiny Panel
  • The Cabinet will meet on Wednesday 10 December 2025 to discuss the medium term financial plan, and the schools capital programme. Cabinet
  • The Mayor's Charity Appeal Fund Meeting will take place on Monday 08 December 2025. Mayor's Charity Appeal Fund Meeting
  • The Enfield Lock Ward Forum will meet on Tuesday 16 December 2025. Enfield Lock Ward Forum
  • The Corporate Parenting Group will meet on Wednesday 17 December 2025. Corporate Parenting Group
  • The Overview & Scrutiny Committee will meet on Wednesday 17 December 2025. Overview & Scrutiny Committee

  1. Temporary accommodation is short-term housing provided by local authorities to people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. ↩

  2. In this context, recoupment is the recovery of funds by the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) from local authorities for academies and free schools. ↩

  3. GDPR stands for General Data Protection Regulation. It is a regulation in EU law on data protection and privacy in the European Union and the European Economic Area. ↩

  4. CLEAPSS is an advisory service providing support in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and art, design and technology (ADT) subjects. ↩

Enfield Council Tackles Homelessness, Affordable Housing Push

This week in Enfield:

Council to Tackle Homelessness Crisis and Push for More Affordable Homes

The Housing and Regeneration Scrutiny Panel met this week to address the escalating homelessness crisis and review the council's progress on its housing delivery program. Housing and Regeneration Scrutiny Panel With over 3,125 households currently in temporary accommodation, the council is exploring new strategies to mitigate the pressures and provide more sustainable housing solutions.

  • Homelessness Surge: The panel heard that Section 21 notices and host ejections are the biggest drivers of homelessness in Enfield.
  • Financial Strain: The rising cost of temporary accommodation and the widening gap between rent levels and benefits are exacerbating the problem.
  • New Initiatives: The council is strengthening its Placement Policy, expanding its long lease scheme, and working with Housing Gateway Ltd to secure sole nomination rights to properties.
  • Housing Delivery Progress: The panel also reviewed the council's housing delivery program, which aims to deliver 1,100 homes across various affordable homes programs.
  • Joyce & Snell's Regeneration: The Joyce Avenue & Snell's Park Estates regeneration project aims to deliver 2,028 homes, with 50% being affordable. The project includes key social value outcomes, such as apprenticeships, local labor, and discounted workspace for local businesses.
  • Shires Estate Regeneration: The Shires Estate has been identified as a key site for future regeneration projects, with community consultation planned.

Staff Committee Interviews Candidates for Key Financial Role

The Staff Appeals, Appointment And Remuneration Committee met to interview candidates for the Director of Revenues & Transactional Services position. Staff Appeals, Appointment And Remuneration Committee This role is crucial for ensuring the efficient and effective management of the council's finances.

  • Confidential Discussions: The committee considered excluding the press and public from the meeting due to the confidential nature of the candidate interviews.

Other Matters

  • Training for Neighbourhood Services: The Housing and Regeneration Scrutiny Panel discussed training and development for frontline neighbourhood and estate services teams, focusing on customer experience and compliance with the new Competence and Conduct Standard enforced by the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH). Housing and Regeneration Scrutiny Panel

Upcoming Meetings

Enfield Pension Surplus, Councillor Conduct, and Budget Gap

This week in Enfield:

Pension Fund Surplus Soars, Contribution Rates Could Drop

The Pension Policy & Investment Committee met to discuss the Enfield Pension Fund's annual report and its funding strategy. Pension Policy & Investment Committee The big news? The fund is in a healthy surplus, potentially leading to lower contribution rates for the council and academies.

  • Funding Boost: As of March 31, 2025, the fund's funding level hit 127%, a surplus of £339 million, with assets at £1.605 billion and liabilities at £1.266 billion. Higher expected investment returns drove this improvement.
  • Council Savings: The committee discussed potentially reducing the council's primary contribution rate to 16% of pay, a 3% drop.
  • Academy Benefits: Academies and colleges participating in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) could also see reduced rates, aligning them with local authorities.
  • Long-Term Security: The fund believes the council can benefit immediately from lower rates while remaining around 115% funded after 20 years.
  • Annual Report Highlights: The Enfield Pension Fund annual report stated that membership of the scheme is open to all employees of the council with the exception of teachers, and that employee contributions are determined by central government and are between 5.5% and 12.5% of pensionable pay.

Councillor Conduct Complaint: Apology Still Awaited

The Councillor Conduct Committee met to discuss an update on the complaint made against Councillor Mohammad Islam. Councillor Conduct Committee The committee previously ruled that Councillor Islam should apologize, attend conduct training, and refrain from using his position to support visa applications.

  • Lack of Response: Councillor Islam has not responded to requests to send a written apology or confirm he will abide by the committee's requests.
  • Badge Incident: Despite a request not to, Councillor Islam wore his past Mayor's badge at an event at the University of Oxford on August 31.
  • Next Steps: The committee decided that the Chair of the committee, Councillor Bektas Ozer, will write to Councillor Mohammad Islam to encourage a response.

Planning Committee Greenlights Hospital Site Development

The Planning Committee approved reserved matters for the former Chase Farm Hospital site. Planning Committee This follows outline approval 20/01923/OUT.

  • Deed of Variation: The Head of Planning and Building Control is authorised to grant planning permission, subject to conditions and a Deed of Variation to the original Section 106 Agreement1.

Council Grapples with Financial Challenges and Future Plans

The Overview & Scrutiny Committee received a financial update and reviewed its work programme. Overview & Scrutiny Committee The council faces financial pressures, but is also planning for future development and improved services.

  • Budget Gap: The council faces a £25 million budget gap in 2026/27, and £63.4 million for the period 2026/27 to 2029/30.
  • Overspend Forecast: A £7.5 million overspend is forecast for the General Fund, driven by demand in adult social care, children's services, and temporary accommodation.
  • DSG Deficit: The Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) is forecast to have a £21.9 million deficit.
  • Work Programme: The committee discussed future updates on the Meridian Water project, new homes, and ICT improvements.

Other Matters

  • Storage on Park Road: The Planning Committee discussed application 24/03165/FUL concerning land at 10 Park Road, London, N18 2YS for storage purposes. The Head of Planning and Building Control is authorised to grant planning permission subject to conditions and a Section 106 Agreement.
  • Enfield Town Library: The Planning Committee discussed application 25/02750/RE4 for Enfield Town Library, 66 Church Street, Enfield, EN2 6AX. The Planning Decisions Manager is authorised to grant planning permission subject to conditions.
  • Church Hall, Grove Road: The Planning Committee considered application 25/00372/FUL for Church Hall, Grove Road, London, N11 1LX. The Head of Planning and Building Control is authorised to grant planning permission subject to conditions and a Section 106 Agreement.
  • Ward Forums: The Cockfosters Ward Forum and Grange Park Ward Forum met to discuss local issues. Cockfosters Ward Forum Grange Park Ward Forum
  • Member Governor Forum: The Member Governor Forum met to discuss updates from Councillor Abdul Abdullahi, Cabinet Member for Children's Services, and Lucy Nutt, Head of Schools and Early Years Improvement, as well as a presentation on recruiting young governors. Member Governor Forum

Upcoming Meetings

  1. A Section 106 agreement, named after Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, is a legally binding agreement between a local planning authority and a developer. It is used to mitigate the impact of a development on the community and infrastructure. ↩

Enfield's £1.5B Debt: Council Faces Scrutiny, Parking Changes & More

This week in Enfield:

Parking and Traffic Schemes Under Scrutiny: What's Next for Your Street?

The Culture and Environment Scrutiny Panel met to discuss the rollout of controlled parking zones (CPZs), quieter neighbourhoods, and school streets across Enfield. Culture and Environment Scrutiny Panel These schemes aim to improve safety, air quality, and parking availability, but they also spark debate about their impact on residents and businesses.

  • Data-Driven Decisions: The council says it uses a data-led approach to identify areas most in need of these schemes, considering factors like parking saturation, road safety, and traffic volume.
  • Scheme Updates: The panel received updates on several specific projects, including the Sunnyside CPZ, Claverings Estate CPZ, Electric Quarter CPZ, and school streets near Firs Farm Primary School, Highfield Primary School, and Enfield County School for Girls.
  • Paused Projects: Several CPZ projects for FY2025/26 are not currently proceeding, including Edmonton Green North, Elmshurst to Connop Road, Alma Estate, Arnos Grove, Forty Hall, and Palmers Green East. The Bowes East Quieter Neighbourhood is also paused indefinitely.
  • Have Your Say: Many of these schemes are currently in the consultation phase, so residents are encouraged to share their views with the council.

Council to Debate Green Belt Protection and Support for Veterans

The Council meeting on November 12th was scheduled to include discussion of several motions on topics ranging from Green Belt protection to support for veterans. Council

  • Green Belt Concerns: A motion from Councillor Alessandro Georgiou, Leader of the Opposition and Conservative Party, expressed concern that the council is willing to sacrifice the Green Belt to support government plans to build a new town.
  • Armed Forces Covenant: A motion from Councillor Chris Dey aimed to ensure that veterans do not have to give up their military compensation to access essential financial support.
  • Accessibility for Blue Badge Holders: A motion from Councillor Maria Alexandrou called for ensuring that all blue badge holders are allowed to travel in and out of implemented Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs).
  • Focus on Men's Mental Health: A motion from Councillor Maria Alexandrou urged the council to focus support on men's mental well-being.
  • Woodcroft Wildspace: A motion from Councillor Lee Chamberlain directed council officers to work to ensure the continued future of Woodcroft Wildspace in its current form.
  • Shires Estate Tower blocks: A motion from Councillor Lee Chamberlain instructed the Cabinet Member for Housing to act and put in an immediate and hard target date for the full decommissioning of the blocks.
  • Stroke Awareness: A motion from Councillor Doris Jiagge called for promoting public awareness of stroke warning signs and risk reduction.
  • Macmillan Cancer Support: A motion from Councillor Alev Cazimoglu, Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care, resolved to send a letter of appreciation to the CEO of Macmillan Cancer Support, and to light up the Civic Centre in green to mark Macmillan's 115th anniversary.
  • Free School Meals: A motion from Councillor Ian Barnes welcomed the Labour Government's major extension of free school meals.
  • Community Safety: A motion from Councillor Ergin Erbil, Leader of the Council, resolved to maintain the council's commitment to working in partnership, dedicating necessary resources, and advocating for residents to ensure the delivery of a Safer Enfield.
  • Affordable Homes: A motion from Councillor Ayten Guzel, Cabinet Member for Housing, noted that the last Conservative Government failed to address the housing crisis, and resolved to work closely with the new Labour Government to deliver more social and affordable homes for Enfield.

Council Faces Financial Scrutiny: Auditor Calls for Debt Reduction

Enfield Council is under pressure to address its financial challenges following a recommendation from its Local Auditor, Grant Thornton. The Council meeting was scheduled to address the auditor's concerns about the council's debt levels and risk reserves.

  • Debt Concerns: Grant Thornton noted that the council had debts of £1.286 billion at the end of 2024/25, and expected to have debts of £1.5 billion by the end of 2025/26.
  • Meridian Water Risk: The auditor also highlighted the pace of progress on the Meridian Water project as a risk, noting that any delay beyond November 2026 could result in £195 million of Housing Infrastructure Fund monies being repayable to the Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG).
  • Low Risk Reserves: Grant Thornton also noted that the council's risk reserves were low, and that the council had prepared a balanced budget for 2025/26, but the budget relied on £18.1 million of forecast savings and £5 million of forecast reserves use.
  • Auditor's Recommendation: Grant Thornton recommended that the council should agree and action options for debt reduction and reductions to the annual cost of servicing debt, and progress actions to rebuild risk reserves to the council's minimum threshold target of £43 million.

Other Matters

  • Fairer Enfield Policy: The Council meeting was also scheduled to consider the adoption of the new Fairer Enfield Policy 2026-30, which aims to promote equality, diversity and inclusion in the borough.
  • Audit Committee Changes: The Council meeting was scheduled to approve changes to the constitution, including changing the name of the General Purposes Committee to the Audit Committee, and amending the terms of reference in line with good practice guidance from CIPFA.
  • Treasury Management Update: Councillors were asked to note the borrowing and investments position and estimates as at 30th September 2025.

Upcoming Meetings

Enfield Council Faces Debt Crisis; Equality Policy & Conduct Review

This week in Enfield:

Council Faces Debt Crisis: Auditor Demands Action

Enfield Council is under pressure to tackle its mounting debt after a stark warning from its Local Auditor, Grant Thornton. The Council meeting on November 12th will address a formal recommendation demanding urgent action to reduce debt and rebuild depleted risk reserves.

  • The Stakes: Grant Thornton has flagged the council's high level of debt and low level of reserves as a threat to its long-term financial stability. This could impact essential services and future investments in the borough.
  • Energetik Under Scrutiny: Loans to subsidiary companies like Energetik Ltd, the council's energy company, are under review. The council is exploring options including inward investment or even selling off parts of the company.
  • Meridian Water Risks: Debt related to the Meridian Water regeneration project is also a major concern. The council took on debt during a period of low interest rates to bring forward housing at Meridian Water.
  • Auditor's Warning: Grant Thornton stated that it was using its powers to make a written recommendation due to the high level of debt and the risks associated with this including an impairment loss in the Council's balance sheet, the low level of reserves, and their impact on the financial sustainability of the Council.
  • What's Next: Councillors will debate options for debt reduction and explore ways to replenish risk reserves to a minimum of £43 million by the end of 2025/26.

Fairer Enfield Policy: A Promise of Equality

The Council meeting will also see a vote on the adoption of the Fairer Enfield Policy 2026-30. This policy aims to promote equality, celebrate diversity, and ensure inclusion for all residents.

  • Six Key Goals: The policy focuses on ensuring equality and inclusion in borough growth, addressing health inequalities, reducing youth violence, enhancing workforce diversity, providing accessible services, and making equality part of everyday practice.
  • Commitment: Councillor Chinelo Anyanwu, Cabinet Member for Culture and Inclusion, stated that the policy reinforces the council's duty to comply with relevant legislation and statutory requirements and confirms the council's commitment to improve equality and diversity for all who live, learn, earn in or visit Enfield.
  • Annual Equalities Report: Councillors will also review the Annual Equalities Report 2024-25, which summarises the work achieved against the previous objectives.

Councillor Conduct Under Review: Islam Complaint Update

The Councillor Conduct Committee is scheduled to meet on November 17th to discuss an update on the complaint made against Councillor Mohammad Islam.

  • Background: The committee previously found that Councillor Islam had breached the code of conduct and requested a written apology, further training, and that he refrain from using his position to support visa applications.
  • Non-Compliance: According to a follow-up report, Councillor Islam has not responded to the Monitoring Officer to confirm that he will abide by the committee's decision, despite repeated reminders.
  • Past Mayor's Badge: The report also notes that Councillor Islam wore his past Mayor's badge at an event at the University of Oxford on August 31st, despite the committee's request not to.
  • Next Steps: The report recommends that the Chair of the committee, Councillor Bektas Ozer, write to Councillor Islam to encourage a response.

Other Matters

  • Green Belt Protection: Councillor Alex Georgiou's motion regarding the protection of the Green Belt in Enfield from development will be discussed at the Council meeting.
  • Military Compensation: Councillor Chris Dey's motion to ensure that military compensation is disregarded as income when assessing local benefits claims for members of the Armed Forces Community will be discussed at the Council meeting. The motion references the Armed Forces Covenant.
  • Blue Badge Exemptions: Councillor Maria Alexandrou's motion to provide exemptions to all blue badge holders in Enfield from low traffic neighbourhood (LTN) schemes will be discussed at the Council meeting.
  • Men's Mental Health: Councillor Maria Alexandrou's motion to focus support on men's mental well-being in recognition of International Men's Day will be discussed at the Council meeting.
  • Woodcroft Wildspace: Councillor Lee Chamberlain's motion to ensure the continued future of Woodcroft Wildspace in its current form will be discussed at the Council meeting.
  • Shires Estate Tower Blocks: Councillor Lee Chamberlain's motion to decommission the Shires Estate Tower blocks, following a 2022 structural report, will be discussed at the Council meeting.
  • Stroke Awareness: Councillor Doris Jiagge's motion to raise awareness of stroke risk factors and improve stroke recovery and rehabilitation services in Enfield, in recognition of World Stroke Day, will be discussed at the Council meeting. The motion mentions the Stroke Cafe and the Stroke Navigation project by Attend.
  • Macmillan Cancer Support: Councillor Alev Cazimoglu's motion to send a letter of appreciation to the CEO of Macmillan Cancer Support and light up the Civic Centre in green to mark Macmillan's 115th anniversary will be discussed at the Council meeting.
  • Free School Meals: Councillor Ian Barnes' motion to welcome the Labour Government's extension of free school meals and highlight investment in Enfield schools will be discussed at the Council meeting.
  • Community Safety: Councillor Ergin Erbil's motion to maintain commitment to community safety will be discussed at the Council meeting.
  • Affordable Homes: Councillor Ayten Guzel's motion to work with the Labour Government to deliver more social and affordable homes for Enfield will be discussed at the Council meeting.

Upcoming Meetings

  • The Culture and Environment Scrutiny Panel will meet on Tuesday 11 November 2025 to discuss controlled parking zones, quieter neighbourhoods, school streets and the panel's work programme. Culture and Environment Scrutiny Panel
  • The Council will meet on Wednesday 12 November 2025 to discuss a range of topics, including a recommendation from the Local Auditor, the adoption of the Fairer Enfield Policy 2026-30, and several motions related to local issues. Council
  • The Councillor Conduct Committee will meet on Monday 17 November 2025. Councillor Conduct Committee
  • The Grange Park Ward Forum will meet on Tuesday 18 November 2025. Grange Park Ward Forum
  • The Planning Committee will meet on Tuesday 18 November 2025. Planning Committee
  • The Member Governor Forum will meet on Tuesday 18 November 2025. Member Governor Forum
  • The Pension Policy & Investment Committee will meet on Wednesday 19 November 2025. Pension Policy & Investment Committee
  • The Overview & Scrutiny Committee will meet on Wednesday 19 November 2025. Overview & Scrutiny Committee
  • The Cockfosters Ward Forum will meet on Thursday 20 November 2025. Cockfosters Ward Forum
  • An unknown committee will meet on Friday 21 November 2025. Unknown committee
Cabinet

Cabinet - Wednesday, 10th December, 2025 7.00 pm

The Enfield Council cabinet was scheduled to meet to discuss the medium term financial plan, and the updated schools capital programme strategic delivery plan.

December 10, 2025
Healthy and Safe Communities Scrutiny Panel

Healthy and Safe Communities Scrutiny Panel - Tuesday, 9th December, 2025 7.00 pm

The Healthy and Safe Communities Scrutiny Panel were scheduled to discuss the Enfield Safer Stronger Communities Board Violence Against Women and Girls Strategy 2026-30, a performance report from the Safer Stronger Communities Board, and community cohesion work in the borough. Councillors were also expected to note the panel's work programme for the year 2025/26.

December 09, 2025
Committee

Mayor's Charity Appeal Fund Meeting - Monday, 8th December, 2025 5.00 pm

The Mayor's Charity Appeal Fund meeting included discussion of the fund's accounts, the distribution of funds raised in 2024-25, and the charities to be supported in 2025-26. The meeting also included an officer's report on the Mayor's Charity Appeal Fund 2024-25, and agreement of the unaudited accounts and auditor's report for 2024-25.

December 08, 2025
Thriving Children and Young People Scrutiny Panel

Thriving Children and Young People Scrutiny Panel - Wednesday, 3rd December, 2025 7.00 pm

The Thriving Children and Young People Scrutiny Panel were scheduled to discuss family hubs, educational performance in the borough, children's social care complaints, and school attendance and exclusion rates. The panel was also expected to review and note the panel's work programme for the upcoming year, and the dates of future meetings.

December 03, 2025
Local Pension Board

Local Pension Board - Wednesday, 3rd December, 2025 10.00 am

The Enfield Council Local Pension Board convened to review pension administration performance, consider the annual report and accounts, and discuss the Local Authority Pension Fund Forum (LAPFF) quarterly update. Members were also scheduled to review the Whole Fund results and Funding Strategy Statement (FSS).

December 03, 2025
Schools Forum

Schools Forum - Wednesday, 3rd December, 2025 5.30 pm

The Enfield Council Schools Forum met on 3 December 2025 to discuss updates to the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG), school funding arrangements, and de-delegated services. The forum was also scheduled to discuss a proposed block transfer from the DSG schools block to the high needs block.

December 03, 2025
Oakwood Ward Forum

Oakwood Ward Forum - Wednesday, 3rd December, 2025 7.00 pm

We have not been able to find a video broadcast of this meeting.

December 03, 2025
Edmonton Green Ward Forum

Edmonton Green Ward Forum - Tuesday, 2nd December, 2025 7.00 pm

We have not been able to find a video broadcast of this meeting.

December 02, 2025
Health and Wellbeing Board

Health and Wellbeing Board - Tuesday, 2nd December, 2025 6.30 pm

The Enfield Council Health and Wellbeing Board met on Tuesday 2 December 2025 to discuss winter pressures, the implementation of the Integrated Care Board (ICB) neighbourhood model, damp and mould issues, and updates to the Enfield Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy action plans. The board also planned to review the Supporting Independency Strategy and discuss future topics, such as the connection between health, housing and the environment, for upcoming meetings.

December 02, 2025
Equalities Board

Equalities Board - Monday, 1st December, 2025 7.00 pm

The Equalities Board was scheduled to meet to discuss health inequalities, hate crime, and domestic abuse in Enfield. The board was also expected to review the minutes from their previous meeting and note their work programme for the coming year.

December 01, 2025
Planning Committee CANCELLED

Planning Committee - Tuesday, 16th December, 2025 7.00 pm

December 16, 2025
Enfield Lock Ward Forum

Enfield Lock Ward Forum - Tuesday, 16th December, 2025 6.00 pm

December 16, 2025
Corporate Parenting Group

Corporate Parenting Board - Wednesday, 17th December, 2025 5.30 pm

December 17, 2025
Overview & Scrutiny Committee CANCELLED

Call-In Meeting, Overview & Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 17th December, 2025 7.00 pm

December 17, 2025