Remembrance Weekend

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Over the weekend, I have attended various different events to pay tribute to the bravery of those who fought for our freedom.

On Sunday, I had the honour of laying wreaths at the war memorials in both Enfield and Wood Green to commemorate those who have fallen.

In Parliament, I planted a cross in the House of Commons Gardens of Remembrance on behalf of all my constituents, before attending a Remembrance Service in Broomfield Park today. I laid a wreath in the Garden of Remembrance and heard wonderful wartime music and poetry from local schools.

It has been a privilege to honour those who have served, continue to serve, and have fallen.

Lest we forget.

Crime Walkabout

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Following concern from many constituents, I recently wrote to the Council and the Borough Commander about community safety in Enfield.

Last Friday, I organised for the Leader of Enfield Council, Cllr Ergin Erbil, and Cllr Doug Taylor to join me on a walkabout of Palmers Green with the police.

We spoke to local residents about their concerns and looked at what preventative measures can be put in place to deter drug-dealing, ASB, shoplifting, and fly-tipping.

If you are concerned about crime locally, please contact me at bambos.charalambous.mp@parliament.uk ✉

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Enfield and the Barnet’s United Nations Association

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As part of UN80 celebrations, it was great to attend the unveiling of the newly restored birdbath in Broomfield Park’s Garden of Remembrance.

The Enfield and the Barnet’s United Nations Association have worked hard to restore the birdbath, first given to the park by the League of Nations!

West Grove Primary School

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It was wonderful to visit West Grove Primary School in Southgate this morning.

I received a tour of the primary school and met some fantastic pupils, and it is always a pleasure to talk to young people about their experience at school.

It was great to talk to the children about my work as an MP and how Parliament works, as well as the important stuff, our favourite food!

Haringey Rough Sleeping Summit

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Today, it was my pleasure to attend the Haringey Rough Sleeping Summit.

We must continue to listen to those directly affected by this issue, as well as housing and rough sleeping specialists, on what more can be done.

With panels on Women’s Homelessness and Sex Working, Contextualizing Homelessness, NRPF, Young People, and LGBTQ+ experiences, it was great to learn more about these issues.

Thank you to Haringey Council for organising this event and bringing us together for these discussions.

If you are struggling with a housing issue, please contact me at bambos.charalambous.mp@parliament.uk

Bowes East Residents’ Association Walkabout

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Today, I joined Sarah and Aurora from the Bowes East Residents’ Association on a walkabout of the area.

I am grateful to them for raising their concerns about the area, notably regarding the rain gardens and litter. I have since contacted Enfield Council about these issues.

If you are concerned about a similar issue, please do not hesitate to email me at bambos.charalambous.mp@parliament.uk

Crime and Community Safety in Enfield

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Following correspondence from many constituents in Enfield, please see below the letter I have written to the Leader of Enfield Council to address concerns surrounding crime and community safety.

Constituents Concerns on Crime (2)Download

Pride in Place Impact Funding

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I am pleased to share that Pride in Place Impact Funding is coming to Southgate and Wood Green!

I am delighted the Government have awarded both Enfield and Haringey £1.5m to support our high streets.

I have been in touch with both local authorities and I am looking forward to working closely with both of them to put pride back into our community.

You can read more about the fund here: Pride in Place Impact Fund: methodology note – GOV.UK

Application for MERKUR Slots at the old Southgate Circus NatWest site

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Please see the letter I sent below relaying the concerns of my constituents on the application for MERKUR Slots at Ground Floor, 12 The Broadway, Southgate Circus.

Objections to MERKUR Slots application on Southgate CircusDownload

Blue Badge Fraud

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I believe that blue badge fraud is a disgrace. Disabled people must be able to access the parking they need.

Today, I went out with the National Agency for Blue Badge Fraud Investigations and Cllr Susan Erbil, Cabinet Member for Planning and Regulatory Services, in Bowes to see first hand the steps they are taking to tackle this issue.

I am pleased to see a new partnership between Enfield Council and the BBFI is working to support the disabled community and end fraudulent use.

If you misuse a blue badge, you will face consequences.