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Enfield Council
Barnet Press has published 15 stories involving Enfield Council, from July 2026 to July 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
Transport & TfLEnfield Council removes e-bike parking bays
Enfield Council is removing 22 micromobility parking bays for e-bikes and e-scooters, installed just 18 months ago. The council cited significant underuse and vandalism, stating that an anticipated expansion of Lime's e-bike hire scheme into the borough has not occurred.
3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 15- World
Ponders End Community Venue Gets Alcohol Licence
A Turkish community association in Ponders End has been granted a licence to sell alcohol for member-organised events. Enfield Council imposed conditions addressing objectors' concerns about traffic and litter.
2 min readTrust 55 · Craft 65 · Hype 15 
WorldEnfield Council Approves New Adult Gaming Centre
Enfield Council's licensing sub-committee has approved an application for a new adult gaming centre, Palace Amusements, on Green Lanes. Despite resident concerns and councillors' reservations, the venue was granted permission with specific conditions.
3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 65
WorldJudge Quashes Spurs Training Centre Plans at Whitewebbs Park
A judge has overturned planning permission for Tottenham Hotspur's proposed women's and girls' training centre at Whitewebbs Park. The decision came after a judicial review brought by the Guardians of Whitewebbs campaign group, with the new council leadership withdrawing its defence.
3 min readTrust 55 · Craft 50 · Hype 65
WorldUCAN Enfield programme exceeds referral targets
UCAN Enfield, a health and wellbeing programme funded by Enfield Council and led by Age UK Enfield, has surpassed its referral targets by 84% in its inaugural year. Launched in June 2025, the initiative offers a range of services including cookery sessions, exercise classes, and mental health support.
3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 15
WorldEnfield Council Trials Communal Bin for Fly-Tipping
Enfield Council has introduced a trial communal bin in Little Park Gardens, near Saddlers Square, following numerous resident complaints about fly-tipping. The move comes as the opposition Labour group criticises the Conservative administration's use of government funds for environmental clean-ups.
3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 15
WorldNew Padel Courts Approved for East Barnet
Enfield Council has approved plans for its first council-owned padel courts at Southbury Leisure Centre. The development includes three courts, a canopy, and floodlights, with construction expected to start soon.
3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 30
WorldEnfield Council Approves New Padel Courts
Enfield Council's planning committee has unanimously approved plans for the borough's first council-owned padel courts. Located at Southbury Leisure Centre, the development includes three courts, a canopy, and floodlights, aiming to boost sports provision.
3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 15
Property & PlanningEast Barnet Pub Approved as HMO Despite Backdating
Enfield Council has granted part retrospective planning permission for the former Station Tavern pub in East Barnet to be used as a house in multiple occupation (HMO). The approval backdates permission to April this year, despite evidence suggesting prior use.
3 min readTrust 55 · Craft 50 · Hype 15
Property & PlanningAdult Gaming Centre Approved in Bowes Despite Concerns
Enfield Council's licensing sub-committee has approved an application for a new adult gaming centre, 'Palace Amusements', in Bowes. Despite resident objections and councillors' personal reservations, the venue was granted permission with specific conditions attached.
3 min readTrust 55 · Craft 65 · Hype 50
WorldEnfield Mayor Selects Three Charities for Mayoral Year
Mayor Emma Supple has selected Insight Enfield Sort It!, One to One Enfield, and The Whitewebbs Museum of Transport to receive support during her mayoral year. The charities focus on youth substance misuse, support for autistic adults and those with learning disabilities, and preserving local heritage.
3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 15
WorldBroomfield Park Bandstand Celebrates 100 Years
The Friends of Broomfield Park have launched 'Bandstand 100', a cultural initiative to celebrate the centenary of the park's bandstand, which opened in April 1927. The project aims to establish a sustainable, community-led performance programme.
2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 25
Property & PlanningEnfield Council Approves HMO Despite Previous Refusals
Enfield Council has granted retrospective planning permission for a house in multiple occupation (HMO) at the former Station Tavern, despite two previous applications for the site being refused. Evidence suggests the property was already in use as an HMO before permission was granted.
3 min readTrust 62 · Craft 65 · Hype 15
WorldEnfield Society Marks 90 Years of Heritage Protection
The Enfield Society is celebrating its 90th anniversary, marking nine decades of campaigning to protect the borough's heritage and green spaces. The organisation is also running a photographic competition themed 'My Enfield'.
3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 15
WorldEnfield Road Closure Due to Thames Water Works
Slades Hill in Enfield is closed between Windmill Gardens and Slades Gardens due to emergency works by Thames Water. The disruption is expected to last until late on Wednesday, July 22nd, affecting bus routes 121 and 307.
2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 50