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Enfield Dispatch is Enfield's free community newspaper. Launched in October 2018, we hold authority to account and offer a platform for local people. Published by not-for-profit Social Spider Community News. New stories daily. https://enfielddispatch.co.uk
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Council told to pay £2,500 to Enfield woman moved into home with broken radiators

A series of "serious issues" in how Enfield Council handled the homelessness case have been highlighted by an ombudsman
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Council told to pay £2,500 to Enfield woman moved into home with broken radiators
A series of "serious issues" in how Enfield Council handled the homelessness case have been highlighted by an ombudsman
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December 29, 2025 at 12:25 PM
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Candle fires over festive period prompt London Fire Brigade warning

A property in Edmonton Green was among those severely damaged following a blaze sparked by a candle
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Candle fires over festive period prompt London Fire Brigade warning
A property in Edmonton Green was among those severely damaged following a blaze sparked by a candle
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December 29, 2025 at 11:49 AM
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From words to wellbeing

Sheniz Zehra Akanay from Enfield Young Creatives Network on the potential for creative self-expression to support people's wellbeing
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From words to wellbeing
Sheniz Zehra Akanay from Enfield Young Creatives Network on the potential for creative self-expression to support people's wellbeing
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December 28, 2025 at 9:59 AM
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Introducing 'Enfield of Dreams'

Emma Underhill, founder of UP Projects, on a new two-year programme which will empower young people with cultural leadership skills
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Introducing 'Enfield of Dreams'
Emma Underhill, founder of UP Projects, on a new two-year programme which will empower young people with cultural leadership skills
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December 27, 2025 at 10:07 AM
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Sky Sports presenter joins Towners charity as patron

The appointment comes as Enfield Town reach the halfway point of another season of struggle in National League South
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Sky Sports presenter joins Towners charity as patron
The appointment comes as Enfield Town reach the halfway point of another season of struggle in National League South
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December 26, 2025 at 9:38 AM
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Spurs stars bring festive cheer to young patients at North London hospitals

Players from both the men's and women's teams visited hospitals including North Mid, Whittington and Barnet
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Spurs stars bring festive cheer to young patients at North London hospitals
Players from both the men's and women's teams visited hospitals including North Mid, Whittington and Barnet
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December 24, 2025 at 10:20 AM
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Appeal to help find 'stolen' dog in Palmers Green

The Yorkshire terrier is believed to have been snatched in a burglary which police are now investigating
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Appeal to help find 'stolen' dog in Palmers Green
The Yorkshire terrier is believed to have been snatched in a burglary which police are now investigating
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December 23, 2025 at 6:28 PM
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Gritting lorries ready to hit Enfield streets ahead of freezing festive period

Overnight temperatures are expected to drop close to zero until the new year
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Gritting lorries ready to hit Enfield streets ahead of freezing festive period
Overnight temperatures are expected to drop close to zero until the new year
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December 23, 2025 at 1:34 PM
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Enfield man charged with drugging and raping ex-wife

Philip Young is also accused of possessing indecent images of children
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Enfield man charged with drugging and raping ex-wife
Philip Young is also accused of possessing indecent images of children
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December 23, 2025 at 1:13 PM
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Khan 'defending the government rather than doing what Londoners need' claims Green leader

London Assembly member Zack Polanski, who has shot to national fame in recent months after becoming leader of the Green Party
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Khan 'defending the government rather than doing what Londoners need' claims Green leader
London Assembly member Zack Polanski, who has shot to national fame in recent months after becoming leader of the Green Party
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December 23, 2025 at 12:21 PM
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Questions raised over Khan's backing for EU student exchange scheme

The £570m cost of rejoining the EU's Erasmus scheme could be better spent on transport upgrades according to Conservatives on the London Assembly
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Questions raised over Khan's backing for EU student exchange scheme
The £570m cost of rejoining the EU's Erasmus scheme could be better spent on transport upgrades according to Conservatives on the London Assembly
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December 23, 2025 at 11:58 AM
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Enfield girls receive royal letter after inviting King to litter-pick with them

King Charles was said to be "immensely touched" that Lola and Mitzi were helping to keep their local area clean
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Enfield girls receive royal letter after inviting King to litter-pick with them
King Charles was said to be "immensely touched" that Lola and Mitzi were helping to keep their local area clean
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December 22, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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Celebrities hit the phones to help raise cash for Chickenshed

Singer Emma Bunton and comic Rory Bremner were among those taking part in an annual fundraising day on behalf of the Southgate theatre
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Celebrities hit the phones to help raise cash for Chickenshed
Singer Emma Bunton and comic Rory Bremner were among those taking part in an annual fundraising day on behalf of the Southgate theatre
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December 22, 2025 at 1:17 PM
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Khan insists Reeves is still his 'friend' after reported row over funding for London transport

The London mayor was allegedly told to “get out” of the chancellor's office as he tried to negotiate more funding
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Khan insists Reeves is still his 'friend' after reported row over funding for London transport
The London mayor was allegedly told to “get out” of the chancellor's office as he tried to negotiate more funding
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December 22, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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A year of celebrating young voices

Regan, O'Mahony, director of Enfield-based YTA Performing Arts, looks back on a successful year
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A year of celebrating young voices
Regan, O'Mahony, director of Enfield-based YTA Performing Arts, looks back on a successful year
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December 21, 2025 at 10:50 AM
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Living with a hidden disability

Monique Fenton from Empowering Disability in Enfield on how her condition affects her day-to-day life
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Living with a hidden disability
Monique Fenton from Empowering Disability in Enfield on how her condition affects her day-to-day life
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December 20, 2025 at 10:09 AM
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Planning committee chair operating HMO without permission

Labour councillor Mahym Bedekova is facing calls to resign her position but claims she has "always acted in good faith"
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Planning committee chair operating HMO without permission
Labour councillor Mahym Bedekova is facing calls to resign her position but claims she has "always acted in good faith"
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December 19, 2025 at 3:39 PM
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Seven Enfield primary schools feature in 'top 1,000' list

The Sunday Times ranking of UK schools is seen as a definitive guide to the best performing schools in the country
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Seven Enfield primary schools feature in 'top 1,000' list
The Sunday Times ranking of UK schools is seen as a definitive guide to the best performing schools in the country
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December 19, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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High levels of hate crime on public transport in London still fuelled by Middle East war

Incidents of both antisemitism and Islamophobia have still not returned to levels seen before the current conflict in Israel and Gaza began in October 2023
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High levels of hate crime on public transport in London still fuelled by Middle East war
Incidents of both antisemitism and Islamophobia have still not returned to levels seen before the current conflict in Israel and Gaza began in October 2023
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December 19, 2025 at 12:59 PM
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Volunteer who helps bring older people together recognised with charity award

Steph Hutchings organises free monthly tea parties for those aged 75 and over through charity Re-engage
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Volunteer who helps bring older people together recognised with charity award
Steph Hutchings organises free monthly tea parties for those aged 75 and over through charity Re-engage
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December 19, 2025 at 12:11 PM
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One-in-five North Londoners eligible for flu jab yet to take up offer

Local NHS bosses are urging people to come in for their vaccine if they have received an invite from their GP
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One-in-five North Londoners eligible for flu jab yet to take up offer
Local NHS bosses are urging people to come in for their vaccine if they have received an invite from their GP
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December 18, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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Enfield handed £203m jackpot thanks to government funding review

In percentage terms the funding boost for Enfield up to 2029 will be the second highest of any area in England
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Enfield handed £203m jackpot thanks to government funding review
In percentage terms the funding boost for Enfield up to 2029 will be the second highest of any area in England
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December 18, 2025 at 5:01 AM
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'No place for antisemitism in our borough' say Enfield community leaders

Enfield Resilience Network issues statement in response to terror attack against Jewish community in Australia
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'No place for antisemitism in our borough' say Enfield community leaders
Enfield Resilience Network issues statement in response to terror attack against Jewish community in Australia
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December 17, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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Work begins on new mental health hub in Bush Hill Park

The £3.4m facility will bring together mental health services currently working across two different locations in Park Avenue and Silver Street
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Work begins on new mental health hub in Bush Hill Park
The £3.4m facility will bring together mental health services currently working across two different locations in Park Avenue and Silver Street
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December 17, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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Met Police urged to do more to answer 999 calls within ten seconds

After an improvement last year the Met has again fallen below its target of 90% of calls being picked up within ten seconds
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Met Police urged to do more to answer 999 calls within ten seconds
After an improvement last year the Met has again fallen below its target of 90% of calls being picked up within ten seconds
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December 17, 2025 at 12:42 PM