Using click and collect, green delivery slots and grouping deliveries can help reduce emissions on the capital’s roads TfL is asking businesses and consumers to consider greener options to get their items around London as the capital takes advantage of Black Friday offers and the festive shopping season begins. Lorries and vans are vital for London’s economy as half of the value of household expenditure, around £79 billion per year, relies on road freight.  However, TfL data shows that increased van and lorry traffic, partly driven by online shopping, contributed to 29 per cent of harmful nitrogen dioxide emissions in central London alone in 2016.  Nitrogen dioxide is a key contributor to London’s toxic air, which is threatening the health of millions of Londoners. As retailers across the capital offer various options to reduce deliveries, it has never been easier to find ways to help reduce the impact of festive deliveries on London’s air quality and congestion. Options include: When ordering online, try a click and collect facility near home – shoppers can get their parcels delivered to a local store or use locker facilities to collect parcels. Click and Collect options can be found across London and by having […]

As the capital eases out of lockdown, the Metropolitan Police Service is raising awareness of the devastating consequences drug supply has on young lives across the city. A short film titled ‘Fair Trade’, written and directed by London filmmaker Leon Oldstrong, in association with the Met, follows the life of a 15-year-old Jason Bojai who is groomed by an exploitative gang in south London. The film captures how Jason’s life is forever changed, as he is manipulated by older gang members. As they gain his trust, they lead him down a path which isolates him from his friends and family and puts him in danger. Conversely, ‘Fair Trade’ also highlights one of the drivers of drug supply in the capital, middle-class and recreational drug users, whose demand for products invariably helps fuel gang activity across the capital. Detective Chief Superintendent Simon Rose, of the Met, said: “The ‘Fair Trade’ film is a powerful reminder of the true cost of illegal drugs. We know drugs are linked to a high proportion of violence in London. Young vulnerable people have lost their lives and will continue to be painfully exploited by gangs because of demands as a result of middle class drug use. “Ignorance […]

Trident officers investigating a shooting in Wood Green are appealing for information and any footage that may have been captured. At around 2145hrs on Monday, 13 July, three men were chased along Wood Green High Road by a group of suspects with a firearm. One of the three men, aged 27 years, was shot in the shoulder before all three were able to get to safety in a nearby shop. Shots were also fired into the shop, causing minor injury to a member of staff who did not require hospital treatment. The suspects left the scene in what is believed to be a silver saloon car. Police were alerted and a crime scene, which has now been closed, was put in place. The victim was treated at hospital and subsequently discharged. No motive has been established at this time and no arrests made. The investigating officer, DS Mark Attridge, said: “This incident took place on a main road that was busy with traffic and pedestrians. It was extremely lucky that other members of the public were not harmed. “I am appealing for any witnesses or anyone with information to make contact with police or Crimestoppers anonymously. As I have mentioned, the […]

Future Wood Green Business Improvement District (BID) in conjunction with Grow N22 are inviting all budding young writers aged 14 or under to enter the Library Garden Story competition. If you are aged 14 or under, we want to read your nature-themed stories for our short story competition to celebrate a new library garden outside Wood Green Library.  Put your creative thinking caps on and write a 500 word short story inspired by gardening, wildlife, and the environment for a chance to win prizes including a selection of books and your own plant to look after! Enter Now: Library Garden Short Story Competition This competition has been organised by GrowN22 C.I.C and Future Wood Green – BID and combines books and gardening (two of our favourite things!). The aim is to raise awareness of the library and the garden, for people to use these spaces more, and to promote a love for nature, reading, and creativity across Haringey.  In addition, GrowN22 has partnered with Nextdoor; The Social Network for Neighbourhoods.  Details of our judging panel and exclusive prizes will be released over the summer holidays. To enter and for terms and conditions, please visit Grow N22 website here Click here to enter Competition

If you have an old bike gathering dust at home, you can apply for a £50 voucher to get it repaired. The Fix your Bike Voucher Scheme allows members of the public to receive a voucher worth up to £50 towards the cost of repairing a bicycle. Registrations for members of the public who want to apply for a voucher are now open on the Energy Saving Trust website. If you’re a bike repairer and want to take part in the scheme, read our guidance for bike repair businesses. Eligibility The scheme is open to anyone in England who has an unused cycle in need of a repair. However, as there are a limited number of vouchers available, please consider the needs of others before applying for a voucher and do not delay making planned repairs outside of the scheme should your circumstances allow it. Vouchers can only be used with bike repairers or mechanics that are registered for the scheme in England, and up to two vouchers can be claimed per household. A full list of terms and conditions and eligibility criteria is provided when you register. How to apply If you are a cyclist, you can apply for a voucher on […]

Support the local restaurants in Wood Green and take advantage of the new Governments “Eat out to help out” scheme which goes live on the 3rd August to 31st August which gives you up to £10 off meals with non-alcoholic drinks. There is no need to have a voucher. The scheme is valid between Mondays to Wednesday’s each week throughout August. There is no limit on how many times you use the scheme and you can also use it in conjunction with other offers if they are available. List of those taking part in Wood Green Town Centre Bean and Brew London Ltd198 High Road, Wood Green, N22 8HH Visit Listing Cafe villa dei fioriUnit 10, Market Hall, Wood Green Shopping City High Road, Wood Green, N22 6YE Visit Listing Cakes and Ladders5 River Park Road, Wood Green, N22 7TB Visit Listing Charlie’s Café & Bakery169 High Road, Wood Green, N22 6BA Visit Listing Chefs delight13b, High Road, Wood Green, N22 6BH Visit Listing Chick Filler152 High Road, Wood Green, N22 6EB Visit Listing Chopstix Wood Green125 High Road , Hornsey Wood Green, N22 6BB Visit Listing Creams Cafe140 High Road, Wood Green, N22 6EB Visit Listing Ezras kitchen185 High […]

Today, Thursday 10th September is World Suicide Awareness Day and for the many people who may be feeling depressed or vulnerable, now more than ever is a time to say there is help and support out there no matter what has led to you feeling this way.

Already in effect, the Government have announced that social gatherings cannot be no more than six people. This includes anywhere out and about in the Town Centre including bars, restaurants and pubs etc. For anyone over 11 years old, you must also wear a face covering while in ANY premises inside unless you have a medical condition that prevents you to do wear one. Those breaking the law can face fines of £100 doubling up to a maximum of £3,200. From Friday 18th September, the Hospitality sector which includes Bars, Pubs, Restaurants, Cinemas etc. will be required by law to collect curtain personal information from any visitor to their premises on behalf of NHS Track and Trace. Up to now, the collecting of information has been within the guidelines and while many businesses and visitors have been already providing personal information already when visiting venues, the changes coming into force ensure that ALL business comply with the law. The information collected will include your Full Name, Contact Number, Date and time of arrival. Other information includes a table number of where you where sitting and the time you left the venue. The Police have also set up a new reporting […]

Good Thinking provides digital mental wellbeing support for London. This includes free NHS-approved apps to help you deal with stress, anxiety, low mood and poor sleep

In line with the government’s guidance, some high street shops within Wood Green and The Mall centre will remain open only for retailers offering essential, click and collect and food takeaway/delivery services in a safe and controlled manner, with measures implemented to ensure strict adherence to government guidelines. Stay at home, except for specific purposes. Avoid meeting people you do not live with, except for specific purposes: Do not gather in crowds on the high street or within The Mall. Wearing a face covering while in shops and at the Mall Wood Green is mandatory for those aged 11 or over unless you are exempt and have a legitimate reason not to do so. Visitors not wearing a face covering, may be approached by staff members. If you or someone you live with has any symptoms do not visit shops and book a test – please click here for further info. For full government guidelines please click here.

#HaringeyGivingWeek 30 Nov to 6 Dec 2020 Give local to support Haringey’s communities this Christmas.

Citizens Advice Haringey give people the knowledge and confidence they need to find their way forward – whoever they are, and whatever their problem. For further information click HERE to be directed to their website. Please note that due to Covid CAH are only operating a phone line service. By phone: call the local Adviceline on 0330 330 1187 Lines are open everyday  9am – 5pm, Monday – Friday. Universal Credit:  CAH have a team of Help to Claim advisers working in Haringey. If you need help with a universal credit claim or have an issue before your first payment, contact the team by phone on 0800 144 8 444 or webchat here. Stay up to date with the latest information and guidance via social media channels. Twitter: @HaringeyCAB Facebook: @HaringeyCAB Instagram: @citizensadviceharingey YouTube: Citizens Advice Haringey LinkedIn: Citizens Advice Haringey ​

From Wednesday 2nd December London will go into Tier 2: High alert. What will this mean for you?

Saturday 5th December 2020

Whilst a visit to the library is a little different at the moment, Wood Green Library still have a fantastic range of books and online resources to choose from.

The Safe Haven provides a safe, confidential helpline foranyone living in, or who has an existing GP, in Haringey and isaged 18+. This service is also available for family, friends, andcarers. If you are in crisis and need to talk, Safe Haven have trainedpeer support workers ready to listen…” We will not judge you –we can help you make sense of what you are feeling right now”. Tel: 0800 953 0223 – 7 Days a week, 5-8pm, including bank holidaysOut of hours: leave a message or text: 07943 156 973Email: safehaven@mih.org.uk Organisations can refer into the service by completing a referral form and risk assessment. Please email to request a form. Organisations who can refer include: Statutory/Council servicesIAPTBEH Crisis Helpline/Crisis Resolution Team (Step Down)Voluntary and Community SectorPrimary ServicesSecondary Services For more information see the Safe Haven Helpline leaflet (PDF, 586KB). Seeing beyond how you feel right now can seem impossible. But talking to someone who will not judge you could help you today and tomorrow!

London will move into tier 3 from midnight tonight/Wednesday 16th December.

London moved into Tier 4 on Sunday 20th December. Our deputy London director Professor Paul Plant @Plant8Paul summarises the latest situation. Chair of London Councils Cllr Georgia Gould said: “On 17 December over 5,700 people tested positive across our city. Yesterday over 280 Londoners were admitted to hospital and in total there are more than 2,500 of our family members, friends, colleagues and neighbours in hospital. That is deeply worrying. “We are pleased that the Government has listened to London’s local leaders and public health advisors, and recognised the urgency and seriousness of the situation facing London. “We fully support the measures the Prime Minister has announced today to keep London safe. “It is clear that we have hit one of the worst points of this second wave at one of the most challenging moments of the year, when so many people are out and about on our High Streets and shopping centres, getting ready for Christmas and looking forward to seeing family and friends. We know these announcements will be bitterly disappointing for all Londoners and we will need all the care, kindness and community spirit that has shone so brightly this year to get through the coming weeks. “As London […]

Around 1 in 3 people do not know if they have COVID-19. A new test centre has opened in Wood Green especially for those who do not have any symptoms.

Following from the PM’s address this evening the UK must now go into full lockdown. Boris Johnson has announced a new national lockdown for England, with people instructed to “stay at home” as they did during March’s first lockdown. The prime minister revealed the action in an eight-minute TV address on Monday night, after being told that COVID-19 cases are rising rapidly in every part of the country due to the new coronavirus variant. The public are being asked to follow the new rules, which replace the tiers system, from this evening. It is expected the new lockdown in England – the third time a national shutdown has been introduced – will last until the middle of February. People across the whole country must now stay at home apart from five exceptions: for work, if people cannot work from home, such as those in the construction sector or key workersto shop for necessities such as food or medicinesto exercise once per day at a local location. This can include with one other person from outside someone’s household or support/childcare bubbleto provide care or help to vulnerable peopleto attend medical appointments or medical care, or to flee the threat of harm […]

Despite the best efforts of our schools in Haringey and the local authority, we know there are a number of children and young people who don’t have regular access to laptops, WiFi and other technological support at home. These children and young people have faced additional challenges to those of their classmates since the onset of the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, but – with your help and support we can help bridge that digital divide. “Access to IT is critical to ensuring that young people can carry on with their learning and be educated successfully…’ Andy Webster, Headteacher at Park View School Haringey Giving has partnered with Haringey Council to launch the ‘Help Bridge the Digital Divide’ campaign in support of children and young people in the borough who don’t have access to laptops, WiFi and other technological support. “Please support our campaign – donate now and help fund computers and WiFi access for Haringey students who need it the most.” Park View pupil Emmanuel Please give whatever you can afford, however small or large. It could make a whole world of difference to a young person here in our borough. Here’s what your donation could give a young person £20 – One […]

With so much new information about the coronavirus appearing every day, it can be difficult to know what to believe. Whether it is speculation, a genuine misunderstanding or fake news spread to deliberately misinform, it is always good to check the facts behind the stories we hear about the pandemic. Where to get accurate information The following websites contain useful, verified information about COVID-19: Coronavirus mythbusters – World Health Organisation (WHO) website (external link)UK Government advice and information about COVID-19 (external link)Translated Government COVID-19 information (external link)NHS information about the coronavirus vaccine (external link)General COVID-19 information from the NHS (external link)How to report misinformation about the coronavirus online – WHO website (external link) Is that true? Thinking of sharing a story on social media, or with friends and family?Read this useful checklist (external link) to decide if it’s reliable. COVID-19 Vaccines The following video discusses the science behind vaccines, as explained by Professor Jonathon Van-Tam: