Haringey Community Press

Haringey Community Press is a free, independent newspaper that serves the residents of the London Borough of Haringey. It is published by Social Spider Community News and began in November 2021 as an extension of our previous publication, Tottenham Community Press, which was first released in November 2016.

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Fresh plans for improved cycle and pedestrian access near tube station approved

4 days ago | haringeycommunitypress.co.uk | James Cracknell

It comes after a previous proposal for a new footbridge at the station was axed over lack of funding, reports Grace Howarth, Local Democracy ReporterCouncillors have approved plans for pedestrian and cycle works outside Tottenham Hale Station. A proposal for improvements submitted by Transport for London (TfL) was unanimously approved yesterday (Monday 2nd) at a Haringey Council planning sub-committee.
Council launches free traffic text alerts service

4 days ago | haringeycommunitypress.co.uk | James Cracknell

Haringey residents can get the latest updates on traffic jams and roadworks sent directly to their phonesA new service to help drivers and commuters in Haringey beat traffic jams has been launched. Backed by Haringey Council, which manages most of the borough’s roads, the new Traffic Text Alerts service offers real-time updates straight to mobile phones to help residents and visitors plan their journeys more efficiently.
Stroud Green tree at centre of years-long campaign under threat of the chop - again

5 days ago | haringeycommunitypress.co.uk | James Cracknell

Haringey Tree Defenders has spent years fighting the council to save the tree but insurers still say it is damaging people’s homes, reports Grace Howarth, Local Democracy ReporterA threatened tree at the centre of a three-year campaign in Stroud Green is facing the axe once again. Haringey Council is currently consulting on a fresh proposal to remove the Oakfield Road plane tree, which is around 120 years old, giving residents until Tuesday, 17th June to respond.
Concerns over raised over 'rogue landlord' in Bowes Park

1 week ago | haringeycommunitypress.co.uk | James Cracknell

Property illegally converted into eleven bedsit flats “not fit for human habitation” according to former resident, reports Grace Howarth, Local Democracy ReporterResidents in Bowes Park have called on Haringey Council to tackle “rogue landlords” after concerns were raised over a property with no heating being crammed with people. The building in Myddleton Road was illegally turned into eleven studios, forcing the council to take landlord Andreas Antoniades to court.
New 'rail ale' guide launched to promote pubs along Hertford Loop Line

1 week ago | haringeycommunitypress.co.uk | James Cracknell

The booklet invites people to explore each of the twelve stations and seek out the best pubs and beer within easy walking distanceA new “rail ale” guidebook has been launched to help users of the Hertford Loop Line locate the best watering holes within walking distance of the route’s stations.
Urgent appeal for 'missing' blood donors in London to book appointments

1 week ago | haringeycommunitypress.co.uk | James Cracknell

There are more than 4,000 O-negative blood donors in London who haven’t donated in over a year but are needed to restock suppliesThousands of “missing” blood donors across London are being urgently called on as the NHS warns that supplies of O-negative are “critically low”. NHS Blood and Transplant has revealed there are 4,303 donors in the capital with the vital O-negative blood type whose last donation was more than twelve months ago.
Vulnerable Haringey residents to share £4.2m government cash

1 week ago | haringeycommunitypress.co.uk | James Cracknell

Haringey Council has been allocated the money from the government’s Household Support Fund to support vulnerable residents across the boroughThousands of low-income households in Haringey will receive cost-of-living payments from the government’s Household Support Fund, the council has confirmed. Haringey Council has been allocated £4.2million to support vulnerable residents across the borough.
Council brings in new powers to tackle antisocial behaviour on Tottenham estate

1 week ago | haringeycommunitypress.co.uk | James Cracknell

Three-month closure order secured by Haringey Council and Met Police to curb drug use and disorder at Love Lane EstateExtra powers to tackle antisocial behaviour (ASB) and “boost safety” on a Tottenham estate, according to Haringey Council. A three-month closure order has been secured by the council and the Metropolitan Police to curb ASB, drug use, and disorder at Love Lane Estate.
Concerns raised over mental health trust's approach to patient discharge

1 week ago | haringeycommunitypress.co.uk | James Cracknell

North London NHS Foundation Trust urged to address issue by councillors amid lack of supported housing, reports Grace Howarth, Local Democracy ReporterCouncillors have told a North London mental health trust to better demonstrate how it is improving amid concerns around the discharge of vulnerable people.
Council opposes Wood Green gaming centre's 24-hour licence bid

2 weeks ago | haringeycommunitypress.co.uk | James Cracknell

Little Vegas is trying to win permission to open around the clock despite concerns over its impact on vulnerable people, reports Grace Howarth, Local Democracy ReporterAn adult gaming centre’s application for a 24-hour licence in Wood Green has been debated amid concerns raised by Haringey Council. Little Vegas has applied to change the operating hours of its Wood Green High Road branch. Currently, the premises operates from 8am-2am, but the chain is now seeking to open around the clock.