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WorldPonders 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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WorldAdult 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.
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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.
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WorldEnfield 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.
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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'.
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