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Deputy council leader defends slow progress at Meridian Water
But Tim Leaver was unable to offer any reassurances over how quickly the 10,000-homes target will be met at the Edmonton redevelopment zone
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Cockfosters FC just two wins from Wembley as remarkable cup run continues
The Spartan South Midlands League Premier Division minnows beat the FA Vase trophy holders to reach the quarter-finals
Enfield man sentenced for profiting from sale of personal data
William Chipoma admitted receiving £70,500 for selling data he had illegally accessed
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Council pledges £42,000 towards community projects
The crowdfunded projects focus on youth services, skills, wellbeing, green spaces and support for families and were picked following assessment by a panel
M&S named UK’s favourite supermarket but shoppers say there's a catch
Marks and Spencer tops the latest Which supermarket survey, but shoppers say its higher prices make it a treat or yellow-sticker shop rather than a weekly shop.
Little known water bottle rule that could see Brits fined £435 on holiday
Brits traveling to Capri, Italy, are being warned about a little-known water bottle rule that could result in a €500 fine.
Gordon Ramsay’s ‘outstanding’ sky‑high restaurant just earned its first Michelin star
Restaurant Gordon Ramsay High has earned its first Michelin star and has been praised for its outstanding food and service.
London Underground closures and changes you need to be aware of this weekend
Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (February 13 to February 15) and don't be caught out.
Permission granted for revised plans at Meridian Water’s first phase
The plans include second staircases in tower blocks that had previously been approved without them despite new fire safety legislation being drawn up
Make do and mend is making a comeback among Brits
"It's surprising how quickly this mindset becomes addictive.
Gen Z begrudge online dating - but almost half don’t know how else to meet someone
Gen Z begrudge online dating - but almost half don’t know how else to meet someone.
'Heartbeat' of The Pogues and drummer Andrew Ranken has died aged 72, band confirms
'Heartbeat' of the The Pogues and drummer Andrew Ranken has died at the age of 72, the band has confirmed in a statement
Art Attack legend Neil Buchanan has created his first piece of ‘Big Art’ in 18 years
Art Attack legend Neil Buchanan has created his first piece of ‘Big Art’ in 18 years – filled with nostalgia.
Concerns raised over young people’s lack of trust in Met Police
Removal of safer schools officers and youth engagement and diversion officers blamed by London Assembly members for rising distrust
Hospital trust paid out over £1.5m to women over negligence claims
Royal Free London NHS Trust paid over £1.5m for gynaecology negligence claims amid nearly £100m NHS-wide pay-outs in England.
Aldi apologises and offers refund after 'traumatised' shopper found starfish in meal
Aldi apologised for the "unexpected guests she found", which they claim are common starfish and not harmful, and provided a full refund.
Tesco is making a major change to Clubcards this year affecting millions of customers
Tesco has confirmed it is making a major change to its Clubcard scheme this year, making it available for under-18s.
Manhunt for prisoner from Enfield who escaped from guards at London hospital
Enfield man Daniel Boakye is on the run after escaping from a hospital.
Deputy principal Mr Rory Sheridan's 100 terms of teaching: Oasis Academy Enfield
Mr Rory Sheridan, deputy principal of Oasis Academy Enfield is celebrating 100 terms of teaching in Enfield, today, he reflects on his career:
Enfield youngsters offered coached basketball sessions for just £1
Southbury Leisure Centre is taking part in an NBA-funded scheme to encourage children aged from five to 15 to take up the sport