Haringey Lib Dems are calling on the Labour-run Haringey Council to take action to improve facilities for residents on the Campsbourne Estate in Hornsey.The call follows a site visit by Cllrs Neil Williams and Lynne Featherstone, who have tabled a detailed Council question to be answered at the next Council meeting on Monday (21st February) regarding the need for improvements on the estate.

The Lib Dems say the lack of resources for improvements on the Campsbourne in recent years is a serious concern, given the amount of money coming into the area as a result of the large development at the nearby New River.

The two councillors say that the Section 106 funding acquired from developers to improve the borough should be poured into urgent improvements to the estate, including the reopening of the estate’s community centre and children’s playground.

Cllr Featherstone comments:

“A lot of work needs to be done to improve facilities at the Campsbourne for local residents.

“There can be no excuse, given the amount of money coming into the borough as a result of the nearby major new developments. A playground which has disappeared needs to be reinstated, and the residents would like the Council to look at the possibility of allotments on one part of the site. Action from the Council is needed.”