Alev Cazimoglu
Email: cllr.alev.cazimoglu@enfield.gov.uk
Council: Enfield
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Positions, Voting Record & Activity Summary
Councillor Alev Cazimoglu's council service across 2024, 2025, and 2026 demonstrates a consistent and deepening focus on health and social care, with a particularly strong emphasis on community wellbeing and support for vulnerable populations in her most recent activities.
Key Themes and Priorities: Across her tenure, Cazimoglu has consistently prioritized health and social care. This is evident in her roles as Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care and Chair of the Health and Wellbeing Board. Her work has centered on developing integrated services, promoting wellbeing strategies, and ensuring effective governance of health-related initiatives. A significant and recurring theme is her dedication to supporting cancer patients and organizations, most notably Macmillan Cancer Support.
Evolution of Focus:
While her commitment to health and social care has been a constant, Cazimoglu's recent activities, particularly in 2025 and 2026, show a more targeted and impactful approach. In 2025, she was instrumental in shaping key strategies like the Our Active Wellbeing Strategy
and the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy, and played a crucial role in the Enfield Healthier Food Advertising Policy Plan. Her advocacy for cancer support in 2025, highlighting Macmillan's anniversary, foreshadowed her more direct and public engagement in 2026.
Most Significant Contributions (Recent Years): Cazimoglu's most prominent recent contributions are in 2026, where she took a leading role in advocating for Macmillan Cancer Support. Her proposal for a council letter of appreciation to the CEO and the illumination of the Civic Centre in green were significant symbolic actions demonstrating strong support. This followed her continued role as Chair of the Health and Wellbeing Board in 2025, where she actively shaped policy and strategy, and her instrumental work in 2024 on establishing the Mental Health Hub at Park Avenue and advancing the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy.
Patterns and Consistent Areas of Interest: A clear pattern throughout Cazimoglu's service is her dedication to improving the lives of Enfield residents through robust health and social care provisions. Her consistent engagement with the Health and Wellbeing Board and her focus on outcome tracking highlight a strategic approach to service delivery. The recurring theme of supporting cancer patients, culminating in her high-profile advocacy in 2026, underscores a deep-seated commitment to addressing critical health needs within the community.
In summary, Alev Cazimoglu has been a dedicated advocate for health and social care, with her recent activities in 2025 and 2026 showcasing a powerful and public commitment to supporting vital organizations like Macmillan Cancer Support and championing community wellbeing initiatives.
Yearly Activity Timeline
In January 2026, Councillor Alev Cazimoglu was a key advocate for Macmillan Cancer Support, highlighting the organization's vital work in Enfield and its multilingual resources during a council meeting. She proposed a motion that led to the council sending a letter of appreciation to Macmillan's CEO and illuminating the Civic Centre in green. It was also noted that she would be succeeded by Councillor Sabri Ozaydin on the London Councils Grants Committee.
Monthly Activity in 2026
In January 2026, Councillor Alev Cazimoglu actively participated in a council meeting on the 21st. She put forward a motion concerning Macmillan Cancer Support, emphasizing the impact of cancer in Enfield and the crucial services offered by the organization, including their helpline and multilingual resources. The council subsequently agreed to send a letter of appreciation to Macmillan's CEO and illuminate the Civic Centre in green to commemorate their 115th anniversary and demonstrate support. It was also noted that Councillor Cazimoglu would be succeeded by Councillor Sabri Ozaydin on the London Councils Grants Committee.
Meetings in January 2026
Council - Wednesday, 21st January, 2026 7.00 pm - 21 January 2026
Councillor Alev Cazimoglu put forward a motion regarding Macmillan Cancer Support, highlighting the significant number of people living with cancer in Enfield and the vital support provided by Macmillan. The motion detailed Macmillan's services, including their support helpline, multilingual information, and their 115th anniversary. The council resolved to send a letter of appreciation to Macmillan's CEO and light up the Civic Centre in green to mark the anniversary and show support. Additionally, it was noted that Councillor Alev Cazimoglu would be replaced by Councillor Sabri Ozaydin on the London Councils Grants Committee.
Throughout 2025, Alev Cazimoglu was a highly active figure in local governance, particularly in her roles as Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care and Chair of the Health and Wellbeing Board. She consistently championed initiatives related to health and wellbeing, including seconding the Our Active Wellbeing Strategy
in January and moving the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2024-2030 in February. Cazimoglu played a key role in introducing and clarifying the Enfield Healthier Food Advertising Policy Plan in April and June, emphasizing its potential to increase local business income and outlining compliance measures. She also demonstrated a commitment to supporting vulnerable populations, notably by presenting a motion in November advocating for cancer support in Enfield and highlighting the work of Macmillan Cancer Support, stating,
As Chair of the Health and Wellbeing Board, she actively engaged in discussions about service provision, strategic planning, and the impact of central government changes, particularly concerning digital services and the future of Health and Wellbeing Boards. Cazimoglu also participated in key council decisions, including voting in favor of the Budget Report and Medium Term Financial Plan in May. While she attended numerous meetings, her contributions were most pronounced in shaping health and social care policy, advocating for community wellbeing, and ensuring the effective functioning of the Health and Wellbeing Board.
This year marks Macmillan's 115th anniversary, celebrating more than a century of compassion, care and advocacy for people affected by cancer.
Monthly Activity in 2025
In December 2025, Alev Cazimoglu chaired the Health and Wellbeing Board meeting on December 2nd in their capacity as Cabinet Member for Health & Social Care. Alev Cazimoglu was absent from the Local Pension Board meeting on December 3rd.
Meetings in December 2025
Local Pension Board - Wednesday, 3rd December, 2025 10.00 am - 3 December 2025
Alev Cazimoglu was absent from the Local Pension Board meeting on December 3rd, 2025.
Health and Wellbeing Board - Tuesday, 2nd December, 2025 6.30 pm - 2 December 2025
Alev Cazimoglu served as the Cabinet Member for Health & Social Care and chaired the Health and Wellbeing Board meeting on December 2nd, 2025. No specific statements or actions were recorded for Alev Cazimoglu in the provided documents.
In November 2025, Alev Cazimoglu was active in two council meetings. On November 12th, she presented a motion advocating for cancer support in Enfield, citing statistics on cancer prevalence and the vital role of Macmillan Cancer Support. She highlighted Macmillan's extensive reach, including their helpline's support for over 500 Enfield residents and their multilingual information services. Cazimoglu quoted,
The motion she proposed included sending a letter of appreciation to Macmillan's CEO and illuminating the Civic Centre in green to honor their anniversary and show support. Additionally, she voted in favor of the Majority Group's response regarding the
This year marks Macmillan's 115th anniversary, celebrating more than a century of compassion, care and advocacy for people affected by cancer.
Cleaning Up Enfield
opposition business. On November 24th, Cazimoglu served as a member of the Staff Appeals, Appointment and Remuneration Committee, though no specific statements or actions were recorded for her during that meeting.
Meetings in November 2025
Final Interviews, Staff Appeals, Appointment And Remuneration Committee - Monday, 24th November, 2025 9.30 am - 24 November 2025
Alev Cazimoglu was a member of the Staff Appeals, Appointment and Remuneration Committee for the meeting on November 24th, 2025. No specific statements or actions were recorded for her in the provided minutes or reports pack.
Council - Wednesday, 12th November, 2025 7.00 pm - 12 November 2025
Alev Cazimoglu presented a motion concerning cancer support in Enfield, highlighting that approximately 11,800 residents are living with cancer, with around 1,480 new diagnoses annually. She emphasized the crucial role of Macmillan Cancer Support in providing emotional, practical, and financial assistance, noting their helpline supported over 500 Enfield residents last year and that they offer information in 16 languages to overcome language barriers. Cazimoglu stated,
This year marks Macmillan's 115th anniversary, celebrating more than a century of compassion, care and advocacy for people affected by cancer.
The motion proposed that the Council resolve to send a letter of appreciation from the Mayor and Chief Executive to the CEO of Macmillan Cancer Support and to light up the Civic Centre in green to commemorate their anniversary and demonstrate support. Additionally, Alev Cazimoglu voted in favour of the Majority Group's response concerning the Cleaning Up Enfield
opposition business.
As Chair of the Health and Wellbeing Board, Alev Cazimoglu opened the virtual meeting on October 13th, 2025. She voiced concerns about the swift changes mandated by central government, particularly regarding the transition to digital services and the need for safeguards for less tech-savvy individuals. Cazimoglu also sought clarity on the future role of Health and Wellbeing Boards following a restructure and explored avenues to increase local authority engagement. Additionally, she inquired about the monitoring of data for the Enfield Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy Action Plans and KPI Framework, and requested a comparison of provider response rates in Enfield for the Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment.
Meetings in October 2025
Cabinet - Wednesday, 15th October, 2025 7.00 pm - 15 October 2025
There is no record of Alev Cazimoglu speaking or taking any action in the provided documents for the Cabinet meeting on 2025-10-15.
Health and Wellbeing Board - Monday, 13th October, 2025 6.30 pm - 13 October 2025
As Chair of the Health and Wellbeing Board, Alev Cazimoglu welcomed attendees to the virtual meeting. She commented on the rapid pace of change requested by central government and expressed concerns about the transition to digital services, seeking assurances on safeguards for those less comfortable with technology. Cazimoglu also inquired about the future role of Health and Wellbeing Boards post-restructure and opportunities to enhance local authority involvement. Furthermore, she raised questions regarding the monitoring of data for the Enfield Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy Action Plans and KPI Framework, and asked about provider response rates in Enfield for the Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment, seeking a comparison.
During September 2025, Alev Cazimoglu attended both the Cabinet meeting on September 10th and the Council meeting on September 17th. The published minutes for both meetings indicate her presence, but do not record any specific statements or actions taken by her.
Meetings in September 2025
Local Pension Board - Wednesday, 24th September, 2025 10.00 am - 24 September 2025
Based on the provided documents, there is no record of Alev Cazimoglu speaking or taking any specific action during the Local Pension Board meeting on September 24, 2025. The minutes pack does not mention them.
Council - Wednesday, 17th September, 2025 7.00 pm - 17 September 2025
Alev Cazimoglu was present at the Council meeting on Wednesday, 17th September, 2025. There is no record of her speaking or taking any action during the meeting.
Cabinet - Wednesday, 10th September, 2025 7.00 pm - 10 September 2025
Alev Cazimoglu was present at the Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, 10th September, 2025. No specific statements or actions by Alev Cazimoglu were recorded in the published minutes.
Final Interviews, Staff Appeals, Appointment And Remuneration Committee - Wednesday, 3rd September, 2025 9.30 am - 3 September 2025
Alev Cazimoglu was a member of the Staff Appeals, Appointment and Remuneration Committee for the meeting held on September 3, 2025. However, the available documentation does not indicate any specific statements or actions taken by Cazimoglu during the meeting.
Alev Cazimoglu was absent from the Local Pension Board meeting on July 3rd, 2025.
Meetings in July 2025
Local Pension Board - Thursday, 3rd July, 2025 10.00 am - 3 July 2025
Cllr Cazimoglu was absent from the meeting.
In June 2025, Alev Cazimoglu was active in two council meetings. As Chair of the Health and Wellbeing Board on June 10th, she welcomed attendees and emphasized the need for further community discussions regarding the Neighbourhood Model in North Central London, particularly concerning service locations and provision. She also suggested refining the timescales schedule for Board meetings to allow for focused discussions on specific areas or life stages. On June 11th, in her role as Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care, Cazimoglu introduced a report on the implementation of a healthier advertising policy. She clarified that local businesses could still advertise under the new policy, provided they met specific criteria, and highlighted the council's existing tools for monitoring compliance through spot checks and regular reviews, noting that 21 other councils have adopted similar policies.
Meetings in June 2025
Council - Tuesday, 24th June, 2025 7.00 pm - 24 June 2025
Alev Cazimoglu is the Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care, as confirmed by the Leader of the Council, Cllr Ergin Erbil, in the minutes of the Council meeting held on 14 May 2025. The reports pack for the 24th June 2025 meeting also lists Alev Cazimoglu as the Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care.
Cabinet - Wednesday, 11th June, 2025 7.00 pm - 11 June 2025
Alev Cazimoglu, Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care, introduced the report concerning the implementation of a healthier advertising policy. She explained the rationale behind the policy, its proposed structure, and available options. Cazimoglu confirmed that local businesses would still be permitted to advertise under the new policy, provided they adhere to guidance on permitted activities and specific criteria. She highlighted that 21 other councils have already implemented similar policies and that the council possesses a tool through Public Health to monitor compliance, which will involve spot checks and regular reviews.
Health and Wellbeing Board - Tuesday, 10th June, 2025 6.30 pm - 10 June 2025
As Chair of the Health and Wellbeing Board, Alev Cazimoglu welcomed attendees to the virtual meeting and thanked Jane Creer for her service prior to retirement. Regarding the Neighbourhood Model in North Central London, Cllr Cazimoglu emphasized the need for further community discussions, especially concerning any changes to service locations or provision. She also sought clarification on the determination of the four neighbourhoods in Enfield and proposed enhancing the timescales schedule to specify which action plans or components would be addressed at each Board meeting, suggesting a focused discussion on a particular area or life stage alongside a general overview.
During May 2025, Alev Cazimoglu participated in two council meetings. On May 12th, she served as a member of the Staff Appeals, Appointment and Remuneration Committee. On May 14th, she was present at the Annual Council meeting and voted in favor of the Budget Report 2025/26 and Medium Term Financial Plan 2025/26 to 2029/30. She also voted to extend the meeting by 15 minutes.
Meetings in May 2025
Annual Council, Council - Wednesday, 14th May, 2025 7.00 pm - 14 May 2025
Alev Cazimoglu was present at the Council meeting on Wednesday, 14th May, 2025. She voted in favour of the Budget Report 2025/26 and Medium Term Financial Plan 2025/26 to 2029/30. Additionally, she voted in favour of a procedural motion to extend the meeting by 15 minutes.
Final Interviews, Staff Appeals, Appointment And Remuneration Committee - Monday, 12th May, 2025 9.00 am - 12 May 2025
Alev Cazimoglu was a member of the Staff Appeals, Appointment and Remuneration Committee for the meeting held on 2025-05-12. No specific statements or actions were recorded for her in the provided documents.
In April 2025, Alev Cazimoglu, Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care, introduced the Enfield Healthier Food Advertising Policy Plan. She clarified that local businesses could advertise under the new policy, with guidance provided on permitted activities. Cazimoglu stated that >most businesses had experienced an income increase when advertising under similar policies in other councils.< She also confirmed that the council has a compliance monitoring tool through Public Health and that businesses would need to meet specific criteria, subject to spot checks and regular reviews.
Meetings in April 2025
Cabinet - Wednesday, 23rd April, 2025 7.00 pm - 23 April 2025
Alev Cazimoglu, Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care, introduced the report on the Enfield Healthier Food Advertising Policy Plan. She clarified that local businesses could advertise under the new policy, with guidance provided on permitted activities. Cazimoglu stated that most businesses had experienced an income increase when advertising under similar policies in other councils. She also confirmed that the council possesses a tool for compliance monitoring through Public Health, and that businesses would be required to meet specific criteria, subject to spot checks and regular reviews.
During March 2025, Alev Cazimoglu was active in her role as Chair of the Health and Wellbeing Board. She welcomed attendees to a virtual meeting and reported on a London Chairs of Health and Wellbeing Boards meeting, emphasizing the need for the CQC to consider the London context in data analysis. Cazimoglu highlighted the importance of timelines, resources, and measurable outcomes for action plans, describing them as dynamic documents that would evolve.
She also indicated ongoing engagement and a future focus on specific action plans, and thanked participants while encouraging progress on the integration mapping project. Alev Cazimoglu also served as a member of the Staff Appeals, Appointment and Remuneration Committee and the Local Pension Board, and was present at a Cabinet meeting, though no specific statements or actions were recorded for her in these instances.
Meetings in March 2025
Local Pension Board - Wednesday, 12th March, 2025 10.00 am - 12 March 2025
Alev Cazimoglu was listed as a member of the Local Pension Board for the meeting on March 12th, 2025. No specific statements or actions by Alev Cazimoglu were recorded in the provided documents for this meeting. It was noted that Cllr Cazimoglu was absent from the previous meeting on December 4th, 2024.
Cabinet - Wednesday, 12th March, 2025 7.00 pm - 12 March 2025
Alev Cazimoglu was present at the Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, 12th March, 2025. No specific statements or actions were recorded for her in the minutes.
Health and Wellbeing Board - Wednesday, 5th March, 2025 6.30 pm - 5 March 2025
As Chair of the Health and Wellbeing Board, Alev Cazimoglu welcomed attendees to the virtual meeting. She reported on a meeting of London Chairs of Health and Wellbeing Boards, highlighting a paper prepared to emphasize the need for the CQC to consider the London context when analyzing data. Cazimoglu stressed the importance of timelines, resources, and measurable outcomes for the action plans, describing them as dynamic documents that would evolve. She also indicated that engagement would continue, with future meetings featuring a special focus on one of the action plans. Finally, she expressed thanks and encouraged further progress on the integration mapping project.
Staff Appeals, Appointment And Remuneration Committee - Tuesday, 4th March, 2025 1.00 pm - 4 March 2025
Alev Cazimoglu was a member of the Staff Appeals, Appointment and Remuneration Committee during the meeting on March 4th, 2025. No specific statements or actions by Alev Cazimoglu were recorded in the provided documents.
During February 2025, Alev Cazimoglu attended the Cabinet meeting on February 26th. On February 27th, as Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care, she addressed concerns about sexual health provision, reassuring that clinics would not close and that the Opposition had been kept informed, stating,
She also moved the report on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2024-2030, detailing the Health and Wellbeing Board's plans for an action plan and reporting procedure.
There would be no changes to current sexual health provisions.
Meetings in February 2025
Council - Thursday, 27th February, 2025 7.00 pm - 27 February 2025
Alev Cazimoglu, Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care, addressed the Opposition Priority Business paper on Sexual Health Provision in Enfield, stating that the clinics would not be closed and that the Opposition had been kept informed. Cazimoglu emphasized that there would be no changes to current sexual health provisions. Additionally, Cazimoglu moved the report on the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2024-2030, introducing the report and outlining the Health and Wellbeing Board's approach to developing an action plan and reporting procedure.
Cabinet - Wednesday, 26th February, 2025 7.00 pm - 26 February 2025
Alev Cazimoglu was present at the Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, 26th February, 2025. The provided minutes do not contain any specific statements or actions attributed to her during the meeting.
During January 2025, Cllr Alev Cazimoglu seconded the report on Our Active Wellbeing Strategy
at the council meeting on January 22nd.
Meetings in January 2025
Council - Wednesday, 22nd January, 2025 7.00 pm - 22 January 2025
Cllr Alev Cazimoglu seconded the report on Our Active Wellbeing Strategy
.
Throughout 2024, Alev Cazimoglu demonstrated significant engagement in council proceedings, primarily focusing on Health and Social Care initiatives. As Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care, she was instrumental in the development and approval of a Mental Health Hub at Park Avenue, Enfield, a key manifesto commitment aimed at providing integrated services and easy access for residents. She also played a crucial role in the proposed adoption of the draft Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2024-30, ensuring consultation and feedback from relevant groups. Cazimoglu chaired the Health and Wellbeing Board on multiple occasions, focusing on streamlining governance, reducing duplication, and enhancing resident outcomes. She consistently emphasized the importance of outcome tracking for communicating achievements to residents and welcomed initiatives like Trauma Informed Practice in Schools (TIPS) and the i-THRIVE Risk Support Module Delivery. Her contributions also extended to supporting key council reports, including budget and council tax schemes, and advocating for the Freedom of the Borough for Christine Hamilton JP. While absent from some meetings, her active participation in others, particularly those concerning health and social care strategy and service delivery, highlights her dedication to these areas.
Monthly Activity in 2024
As Chair of the Health and Wellbeing Board, Alev Cazimoglu presided over the December 3rd meeting. She welcomed attendees, initiated introductions, and expressed gratitude for the preparatory work for the upcoming CQC inspection of LB Enfield Adult Social Care, noting it as an opportunity to showcase the borough's services.
Cazimoglu acknowledged contributions to the Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy (JHWS), highlighting the benefits of the ICS structure for collaboration and strategy alignment, and emphasized that outcome tracking would enable the demonstration of achievements to residents.
She welcomed the focus on improved resident outcomes in the review of statutory and other board integration and requested Board members to inform Matthew Cagnetta of any unlisted sub-groups. Cazimoglu also thanked officers for presentations on Trauma Informed Practice in Schools (TIPS)
and iTHRIVE Risk Support Module Delivery for Enfield,
requesting slides be shared and directing questions to Dudu Sher-Arami.
Meetings in December 2024
Local Pension Board - Wednesday, 4th December, 2024 10.00 am - 4 December 2024
Cllr Alev Cazimoglu is a member of the Local Pension Board. She was absent from the meeting held on 18th September 2024, but there is no record of any statements or actions made by her in the documents available for the 4th December 2024 meeting.
Health and Wellbeing Board - Tuesday, 3rd December, 2024 6.30 pm - 3 December 2024
As Chair of the Health and Wellbeing Board, Alev Cazimoglu welcomed attendees to the virtual meeting and initiated introductions. Cazimoglu expressed gratitude for the officers' preparatory work for the impending CQC inspection of LB Enfield Adult Social Care, anticipating the opportunity to showcase the borough's services. Regarding the Delivering Population Health and Integrated Care Ambitions in Enfield and Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy / Action Plan Progress Update,
Cazimoglu acknowledged the contributions to the JHWS, highlighting the ICS structure's benefits for collaboration and strategy alignment. Cazimoglu also emphasized that outcome tracking would enable the demonstration of achievements to residents. In relation to the Status of Internal Review on Statutory and Other Board Integration in London Borough of Enfield,
Cazimoglu welcomed the project's focus on improved resident outcomes and requested Board members to inform Matthew Cagnetta of any unlisted sub-groups on the Governance Map. Following the Trauma Informed Practice in Schools (TIPS)
presentation, Cazimoglu thanked officers for their attendance and information, requesting the slides be shared with the Board. Finally, after the iTHRIVE Risk Support Module Delivery for Enfield
presentation, Cazimoglu expressed thanks for the information and directed any Board member questions to Dudu Sher-Arami for forwarding to Rachel Stephen.
During November 2024, Alev Cazimoglu was appointed as the Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care and also appointed to the London Councils Grants Committee. She was also present at a Cabinet meeting.
Meetings in November 2024
Cabinet - Wednesday, 13th November, 2024 7.00 pm - 13 November 2024
Alev Cazimoglu was present at the Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, 13th November, 2024. The provided minutes do not contain any specific statements or actions attributed to her during the meeting.
Council - Wednesday, 6th November, 2024 7.00 pm - 6 November 2024
Councillor Alev Cazimoglu was appointed as the Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care. Additionally, she was appointed to replace Councillor Nesil Caliskan on the London Councils Grants Committee.
In October 2024, Alev Cazimoglu, in their role as Chair of the Health and Wellbeing Board, actively participated in the meeting on October 8th. They welcomed attendees, initiated introductions, and expressed gratitude for the officers' work in preparing for the CQC inspection and for the board's contributions to the JHWS. Cazimoglu highlighted the advantages of the ICS structure for collaboration and policy alignment, emphasizing the importance of outcome tracking for communicating achievements to residents. They also welcomed a project focused on statutory and board integration to enhance resident outcomes and thanked officers for their input on Trauma Informed Practice in Schools (TIPS), requesting the presentation slides be shared. Finally, Cazimoglu acknowledged the information provided on the i-THRIVE Risk Support Module Delivery. Alev Cazimoglu was noted as absent from the Cabinet meeting on October 16th.
Meetings in October 2024
Cabinet - Wednesday, 16th October, 2024 7.00 pm - 16 October 2024
Alev Cazimoglu was noted as absent from the Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, 16th October, 2024.
Health and Wellbeing Board - Tuesday, 8th October, 2024 6.30 pm - 8 October 2024
As Chair of the Health and Wellbeing Board, Alev Cazimoglu welcomed attendees to the virtual meeting and initiated introductions. They expressed gratitude for the officers' efforts in preparing for the CQC inspection, anticipating the opportunity to showcase Enfield's services. Cazimoglu also thanked the board for their contributions to completing the JHWS, highlighting the benefits of the ICS structure for collaboration and policy alignment, and emphasizing that outcome tracking would allow achievements to be communicated to residents. They welcomed a project focused on statutory and board integration as a means to improve outcomes for Enfield residents. Furthermore, Cazimoglu thanked officers for their input on Trauma Informed Practice in Schools (TIPS) and requested the presentation slides be shared with the Board. Finally, they expressed thanks for the information provided on the i-THRIVE Risk Support Module Delivery for Enfield.
In September 2024, Alev Cazimoglu, as the Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care, was instrumental in the development and proposed adoption of the draft Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2024-30. She agreed to a consultation plan for this strategy and ensured feedback was sought from relevant groups. Cazimoglu also served as a member of the Staff Appeals, Appointment and Remuneration Committee. While absent from the Local Pension Board meeting, she previously spoke in support of conferring the Freedom of the Borough on Christine Hamilton JP, highlighting Hamilton's extensive contributions to public life and her personal mentorship.
Meetings in September 2024
Local Pension Board - Wednesday, 18th September, 2024 10.00 am - 18 September 2024
Cllr Alev Cazimoglu was absent from the Local Pension Board meeting held on Wednesday, 18th September, 2024.
Council - Wednesday, 18th September, 2024 7.00 pm - 18 September 2024
Councillor Alev Cazimoglu spoke in support of conferring the Freedom of the Borough on Christine Hamilton JP during the Council meeting on 19 June 2024. Cazimoglu highlighted Hamilton's significant contributions to public life, including her work in the NHS, the Trade Union movement, the Labour Party, and Enfield Town Football Club. Cazimoglu shared a personal anecdote about Hamilton's mentorship and emphasized her dedication to bringing women into public service. Cazimoglu also acknowledged Hamilton's husband, Ian, for his support.
Final Interviews, Staff Appeals, Appointment And Remuneration Committee - Friday, 13th September, 2024 9.30 am - 13 September 2024
Alev Cazimoglu was a member of the Staff Appeals, Appointment and Remuneration Committee during the meeting on Friday, 13th September, 2024. No specific statements or actions by Alev Cazimoglu were recorded in the provided documents.
Cabinet - Wednesday, 11th September, 2024 7.00 pm - 11 September 2024
Alev Cazimoglu, as the Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care, was involved in the development and proposed adoption of the draft Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2024-30. A plan for consultation regarding this strategy was presented and agreed with her. The draft strategy was also presented to the Labour Group, and feedback was sought from the Conservative Group via their Shadow Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care.
In June 2024, Alev Cazimoglu was active in two council meetings. As Chair of the Health and Wellbeing Board on June 11th, Cazimoglu focused on streamlining governance structures, reducing duplication, and simplifying the board's organization. They also inquired about community outreach for vaccine uptake and requested an update on ICB restructuring. Cazimoglu welcomed progress on the Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy renewal and expressed confidence in Enfield's Adult Social Care performance ahead of a CQC inspection. On June 12th, in their role as Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care, Cazimoglu introduced a report on the creation of a Mental Health Hub at Park Avenue, Enfield. This initiative, a manifesto commitment, aims to provide integrated services and a single point of access for residents, while also facilitating the disposal of the Silver Street building. The Cabinet subsequently approved the hub's creation and associated funding.
Meetings in June 2024
Cabinet - Wednesday, 12th June, 2024 7.00 pm - 12 June 2024
Alev Cazimoglu, as Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care, introduced the report on the delivery of a Mental Health Hub at Park Avenue, Enfield. She highlighted that the hub's creation was a manifesto commitment, designed to offer an integrated service and a straightforward point of access for residents. Cazimoglu also noted that this development would free up the 58-60 Silver Street building for disposal. The Cabinet subsequently approved the creation of the Mental Health Hub, along with a budget of £3.387m for its delivery, funded through a combination of Better Care Fund, Section 106, and Corporate Condition Programme contributions. This decision also included the relocation of the Resource Centre and the disposal of the Silver Street property.
Health and Wellbeing Board - Tuesday, 11th June, 2024 6.30 pm - 11 June 2024
In their role as Chair of the Health and Wellbeing Board, Cllr Alev Cazimoglu welcomed attendees to the virtual meeting and initiated introductions. They emphasized the need to review governance structures, reduce duplication, and simplify the board's organization, identifying this as a key action item. Cazimoglu raised questions about the complexity of the current structure and the public's accessibility to strategies. They also inquired about methods for targeting specific communities with low vaccine uptake and requested an update from the ICB regarding restructuring before October. Cazimoglu welcomed the progress and proposed action planning for the Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy renewal. Furthermore, they expressed gratitude to officers for their efforts in preparing for the CQC inspection of Adult Social Care, stating confidence in Enfield's positive performance. Finally, on behalf of the Board, Cazimoglu thanked Dr. Chad Byworth for his contributions to the Suicide Prevention Plan.
During May 2024, Alev Cazimoglu was noted as absent from the Annual Council meeting on May 15th, having sent apologies. Earlier minutes from previous meetings indicated their presence and a vote in favour of the Budget Report 2024/25, the Medium-Term Financial Plan, and the Council Tax Support Scheme 2024/25.
Meetings in May 2024
Annual Council, Council - Wednesday, 15th May, 2024 7.00 pm - 15 May 2024
Alev Cazimoglu was noted as absent from the meeting and had sent apologies. Earlier minutes indicate presence and voting in favour of the Budget Report 2024/25 and Medium-Term Financial Plan, and the Council Tax Support Scheme 2024/25. However, the printed minutes for the 15th May meeting state absence.
During March 2024, Alev Cazimoglu introduced a report on the delivery of a Mental Health Hub at Park Avenue, Enfield, emphasizing it as a manifesto commitment for integrated services and easy access. She also noted that the building at 58-60 Silver Street would be available for disposal.
Meetings in March 2024
Council - Tuesday, 19th March, 2024 7.00 pm - 19 March 2024
Alev Cazimoglu was absent from the Council meeting on March 19, 2024.
Cabinet - Wednesday, 13th March, 2024 7.00 pm - 13 March 2024
Alev Cazimoglu introduced the report concerning the delivery of a Mental Health Hub at Park Avenue, Enfield. She highlighted that the establishment of this hub was a manifesto commitment, designed to offer an integrated service and a straightforward point of access. Cazimoglu also mentioned that the building at 58-60 Silver Street would become available for disposal.
During February 2024, Alev Cazimoglu was actively involved in council proceedings. She was present at the Cabinet meeting on February 21st in her capacity as Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care. On February 22nd, she attended the Council meeting and voted in favour of key reports, including the appointment of an Independent Person, the Budget Report 2024/25 and Medium-Term Financial Plan, and the Council Tax Support Scheme 2024/25. The Mayor also congratulated her on becoming a grandmother. At the Health & Adult Social Care Scrutiny Panel meeting on February 28th, she introduced reports on Access to Primary Care Dental Care and Oral Health Promotion
and the Enfield Substance Misuse Update,
highlighting dental needs and oral health promotion activities, and providing an update on substance misuse efforts in Enfield.
Meetings in February 2024
Health & Adult Social Care Scrutiny Panel - Wednesday, 28th February, 2024 7.00 pm - 28 February 2024
Alev Cazimoglu, as Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care, introduced two reports at the Health & Adult Social Care Scrutiny Panel meeting on February 28th, 2024. These reports were on Access to Primary Care Dental Care and Oral Health Promotion
and the Enfield Substance Misuse Update.
She identified the dental care needs in Enfield and the oral health promotion activities, and provided an update on efforts to tackle substance misuse in Enfield, aligning with the national drug strategy.
Additionally, for the November 28th, 2023 meeting, Alev Cazimoglu sent apologies for absence due to attending the NCAS Conference. An email was to be sent to Panel Members regarding the draft Joint Local Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2024-30, with a request to share the link widely.
Council - Thursday, 22nd February, 2024 7.00 pm - 22 February 2024
During the Council meeting on February 22nd, 2024, Alev Cazimoglu was present and voted in favour of several key reports. This included the appointment of Gary Rogers to the role of Independent Person for the Councillor Conduct Committee, the Budget Report 2024/25 and Medium-Term Financial Plan, and the Council Tax Support Scheme 2024/25. The Mayor also congratulated Cllr Alev Cazimoglu on becoming a grandmother.
Cabinet - Wednesday, 21st February, 2024 7.00 pm - 21 February 2024
Alev Cazimoglu was noted as absent from the Cabinet meeting on January 17, 2024, with apologies for absence received. She was present at the Cabinet meeting on February 21, 2024, in her capacity as Cabinet Member for Health and Social Care. There is no record of her speaking or taking any action during the February 21st meeting.
Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
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Final Interviews, Staff Appeals, Appointment And Remuneration Committee - Wednesday, 4th February, 2026 9.30 am
The Staff Appeals, Appointment and Remuneration Committee of Enfield Council is scheduled to convene on Wednesday, 4th February 2026. The primary focus of the meeting will be the final stage interviews for the role of Director of Children's Social Care.
Council - Wednesday, 21st January, 2026 7.00 pm
The Council of the London Borough of Enfield convened on Wednesday, 21st January 2026, with a packed agenda that included discussions on the council tax base, various motions proposed by councillors, and responses to questions from elected members. The meeting also covered the minutes of the previous meeting and opposition business.
Cabinet - Wednesday, 14th January, 2026 7.00 pm
The Cabinet of Enfield Council met on Wednesday 14 January 2026 to discuss a range of important issues, including a significant environmental project, the disposal of council property, and the council's performance. The meeting agenda included a review of the Quarter 2 2025/26 performance report, the Enfield Chase Landscape Recovery Project, and the disposal of surplus property at New Cottage Farm.
Cabinet - Wednesday, 10th December, 2025 7.00 pm
The Enfield Council Cabinet convened to discuss and approve the updated Schools Capital Programme Strategic Delivery Plan 2025/26 - 2027/28, authorising expenditure of £29.1m, and to agree in principle to savings and income targets of £15.4m in the Medium Term Financial Plan (MTFP) Update 2026/27 to 2030/31. Both decisions were made subject to call-in[^1].
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).
Decisions from Meetings
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Council Housing Asset Management Strategy
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 10th September, 2025 7.00 pm - September 10, 2025
...to recommend to Full Council the approval of the Council Housing Asset Management Strategy 2025-2029 and to delegate authority to the Executive Director of Housing and Regeneration, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Housing, to agree on an annual investment program for Council Housing in accordance with the approved strategy.
Recommendations Approved
A Digital Data and Artififical Intelligence Strategy
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 10th September, 2025 7.00 pm - September 10, 2025
...to agree to the Council-wide Digital and Data and Artificial Intelligence Strategy, promoting the Council’s Plan 2023-26, delivering accessible and improved services, and supporting the Council’s Workforce Strategy, and to note that Digital Services will develop a Council-wide digital and data and artificial intelligence delivery plan and roadmap for incorporation into the Digital Services Portfolio for 2026/27 and beyond.
Recommendations Approved
Traveller Local Plan Regulation 19
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 10th September, 2025 7.00 pm - September 10, 2025
...the Cabinet agreed to recommend to Full Council the approval for public consultation on the Proposed Submission Traveller Local Plan, Integrated Impact Assessment, and Habitats Regulation Assessment, and to note the Equality Impact Assessment, delegating authority for minor amendments and consultation commencement to the Executive Director of Environment and Communities in consultation with the Leader of the Council, and authorizing officers to submit the plan to the Secretary of State for independent examination following the consultation period.
Recommendations Approved
Long Leasing Funding - Capital Drawdown
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 10th September, 2025 7.00 pm - September 10, 2025
...to facilitate the leasing of properties for temporary accommodation in 2025-26 and 2026-27, the Cabinet approved the drawdown of £309,239,680 from the £660m Temporary Accommodation capital budget.
Recommendations Approved
Joyce and Snells Compulsory Purchase
From: Cabinet - Wednesday, 10th September, 2025 7.00 pm - September 10, 2025
...to approve the use of compulsory purchase order powers to acquire land and rights, including Wadham House, for housing purposes, enabling its demolition and the construction of new housing accommodation.
Recommendations Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 55
Average per Month: 2.2
Decisions Recorded: 31