Hadley Wood News May 2016

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WHATS ON IN JUNETennis campMay 31st to June 3rdHadley Wood Primary School FeteJune 12th 1230 to 4.00pmRoyal Tea PartyJune 12th St Pauls Church gardens from 4.00pmRail User Group June 13th 7-8.00pm at St Pauls Church HallNeighbourhood Forum June 13th. To follow RUG meeting as aboveTrent Park development. Public Meeting June 16th. Christ Church Cockfosters. 7.00pmCherry Lodge Cancer Care Arts and Craft FairJune 18th 11.00am4.00pm St James Church, 71 East Barnet Rd, EN4 8RN

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Obituary John Clifton John Clifton was born in 1939 and brought up in North London. He originally came to Hadley Wood with his parents in 1959 moving into Kingwell Road. He and Sue were married in 1967 and they moved back to Hadley Wood in 1968, where they remained until 2007.

During the years that the Clifton family lived in the area John played a major part in local activities. Around 1976 John introduced football for the juniors on Saturday mornings at Bartrams Lane, and quickly a competitive team was formed playing other local junior teams. John was part of the original sports day committee which was formed in 1975. He also helped organise and run the Hadley Wood fireworks night for many years. The Hadley Wood association was very much part of his life and he served as the chairman of the Centre and Grounds committee for a long time.

John was always very keen on sport. He was an enthusiastic squash player who managed to beat the majority of his Hadley Wood opponents. He was also an avid Spurs supporter where he held a season ticket for very many years. During

the summer months he pursued his love of cricket, and was a member of the MCC. Many people will remember John from his dog walking days. The family had a total of 4 Labradors over their years in Hadley Wood, and he always had a story about

one or other of them. (Some may say that he was an irresponsible dog owner!).

As time went on and John's family grew up he became a member of Hadley Wood Golf Club, where he spent many happy days. For about 10 years John organised and ran the snooker section at the club and this was something that he thoroughly enjoyed.

John's working life was centred around his family business which was connected to the print and paper trade. The company is now in the hands of his son Tim. John retired fully in 2004 and he and Sue decided that they wanted to travel during their retirement. They were lucky enough to see a great deal of the world together and also to spend many months of the year in their apartment in Majorca.

Sadly in 2013 John was diagnosed with motor neurone disease and a little over a year later he was unable to travel at all. John's brave and dignified 3 year fight ended peacefully at home on March 18th. A loving husband, father and grandfather, and a man with many friends. He will be much missed. The Clifton family

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I decided I did, so I worked my way through what seemed like mountains of admin, spent hundreds of pounds on endless vaccinations and said a choked farewell to my parents at Heathrow.

South Sudan, and what was formerly Southern Sudan, has known little apart from war and oppression for over a hundred years, from colonial forces both British and Egyptian and from the Northern regime in Khartoum. This has had an especially deleterious effect on education, and female literacy, in particular, is shockingly low. A statistic that is frequently rolled out is that more girls die in childbirth than reach the end of primary school. (Because of the disruption caused by conflict, many children do not actually start primary school until their teens). Whether that statistic still stands up to scrutiny is debatable but you get the idea.

The schools I have visited could not be further removed from my experience of education in North London. Particularly in the parts of the country most affected by war (predominantly the Greater Upper Nile Region in the north, which also happens to be home to the countrys largest oil reserves), the schools have no textbooks, no pens, no chairs, no blackboards, no toilets, definitely no

computers and often no building at all. The majority of the teachers are volunteers, as government salaries have not reached many of these places since the current conflict broke out in December 2013. In areas where salaries are paid, they are equivalent to about $10 a month. The obstacle facing anyone trying to do anything about this situation (and there

are many) is that the country is in political and economic freefall. The government spends more of its budget on the military than anything else (another legacy of decades of war and an indication of the paranoia by which it is gripped); fuel is

prohibitively expensive for normal people thanks to collapsing oil prices and an unfavourable trade agreement with Sudan; and the South Sudanese Pound, which used to be tied to the dollar at an official rate of 3:1, has fallen from 17:1 when I first arrived to 42:1 at its worst, rallying recently but showing no signs of stabilising. A considerable proportion of ordinary people are not being paid, or are being paid so little as for it to be worthless, and in a country that depends on imports many basic essentials are out of reach.

Radical reform of the governance of South Sudan, however, seems unlikely as long as the current political elite remains in power. However as I write this, the entire country is holding its breath to see if Dr Riek Machar, the leader of the opposition, will return to Juba, having fled the capital when fighting broke out in December 2013. His return is the first condition for the implementation of the faltering peace agreement which was signed in August 2015. After a week of frustrations and false starts, the US has announced that it is scaling back its support for the country. It seems that peace, once again, is on hold.

Despite all this, I love it here. I work with people who have lived through realities I find it impossible to imagine and still take the time to share their experiences and knowledge with a privileged white girl from North London. Many speak seven languages (there are over 60 local languages spoken in South Sudan, and most people I know speak English and Arabic). All are passionately committed to the future of their country. I am involved in running a choir made up of girls from Confident Children out of Conflict a

A far cry from Hadley Wood: journeying from Crescent West to South Sudan

This time last year I had barely even heard of Juba, the city that I now consider, partially at least, to be home. It turned out not a lot of other people had either when I told one friend where I was going she asked whether I was sure I didnt mean Cuba. The entire country, in fact, was a bit of a mystery, having mostly evaded the attentions of the international press since its formation in 2011. South Sudan, the worlds newest nation, is apparently still so new that a surprising number of banks, online retailers, even airlines, dont recognise it in their country dropdown lists.

I was going to this little-known East African nation because of a contact I had made through singing in a choir, who runs a consultancy Charlie Goldsmith Associates which implements programmes to build better systems in what are known as Fragile and Conflict-Affected States. The biggest programme it currently works on, and the one that most appealed to me, was called Girls Education South Sudan. It was quite a departure from my previous PR job in London, and, having read up on the conflict that continues to imperil the country, it took me quite a while to be sure I wanted to go. But eventually

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Summer is coming and nows the time to get on your bikes! The long- awaited cycle racks are in place on the station forecourt with space for 6 bikes, conveniently situated for both trains and local shops. They are one of the many enhancements that have recently been implemented by our station manager, Duncan Primrose. You can find details of them all in his presentation to Aprils Rail User Group (RUG) meeting which is now on our website at http://www.hadleywood.org.uk/rail- user- group The big one, step- free access to the northbound platform, is in its design phase and the RUG will be keeping closely in touch with GTR as the work progresses. Join our next meeting to support this collaboration: its on Monday 13 June at 7- 8pm at St Pauls Church Hall.

Anyone needing help to access the train service now can of course use the Assisted Travel scheme (details on page 2 and on our

charity which looks after children found on the streets or in brothels. The charity helps to put them through school sometimes paying for them to go to boarding school in Uganda, where the education system is significantly more developed.

Despite the parlous state of the schools in South Sudan, there is a great faith that education is the one practical hope that will enable the country to build itself up and eventually evade the clutches of war and conflict. One aspect of the Girls Education South Sudan programme involves making payments to individual girls, called Cash Transfers, so that they can buy items that will help them to stay in school. That can mean soap, sanitary towels, pens, shoes

things we dont even give a second thought. For many of these girls, who are desperate to go to school, just being able to afford simple items like these can help them believe in a better future, for themselves and for their country.

You can follow Charlie Goldsmith Associates on Twitter @cgoldsmithassoc, Girls Education South Sudan on @GirlsEdSS and Confident Children out of Conflict on @cccjuba.Eleanor Caine

Singing Nine Lessons and Carols with the Choir of Confident Children out of Conflict, All Saints Cathedral, Juba, Dec 15.

website). And its not only for the disabled. Sarah- Jane Elsner used it recently to enable her to travel with her two small children: I found using the assisted service worked very well leaving Hadley Wood. It did feel a bit ridiculous having someone come from Potters Bar to help me carry a buggy! Unfortunately no one met me at the other

end but this was less important as I can manage escalators with buggy and small child. You need to book in advance and arrive 20mins before your train leaves. It also takes a bit of time to set up, but once your details are on file it should be quicker to arrange again. Why not give it a go if you or yours need it, and send the RUG

your feedback?The other important resource we

have is the expertise of Karen in the ticket office on weekdays between 0635 and 1000. Karen is a mine of information on how to book journeys most efficiently and cheaply, and would much prefer to help you in person than see you struggle with the machines. She can provide pocket timetables on request: the new one starts on 15 May.

RUG members also went to Kings Cross on 5 April for the unveiling of the statue of Sir Nigel Gresley, of Flying Scotsman, Mallard and Hadley Wood fame, and we are now considering how we might commemorate him here at his home station at last. Francesca Caine www.hadleywood.org.uk/railway [email protected]

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A World War Two Museum at Trent Park You may have seen some of the recent media coverage on the campaign to establish a World War Two museum at Trent Park including on the BBC, Evening Standard and Jewish Chronicle. I have launched a new petition calling on Enfield Council and the Berkeley Group, the current owners of the listed mansion and grounds, to facilitate the establishment of a museum to highlight the indispensible intelligence- gathering role it played in helping us win the war. As a result Berkeley have now conceded to some sort of museum a very welcome first step; however the challenge is now to convince Berkeley that this is of sufficient scale and scope to pay tribute to the mansions extraordinary history. Together with Dr Helen Fry, the campaigns historical advisor, I recently met with Iain Standen the CEO of Bletchley Park (see photo), who provided

some invaluable advice on our efforts. In his recent online article Mr Standen explained that like Bletchley Park what Trent Park has is that sense of place. That sense that you can stand somewhere and feel the history, and that you can walk in the footprints of the people who made it. He went on to say that whilst developers need to get a return on their investment, and as a nation we need more housing, it would be nice to think that an accommodation could be brokered at Trent Park. This might then allow important parts of the site to be preserved and interpreted so that generations to come can marvel at the innovation and ingenuity that this nation showed in gathering intelligence during some of its darkest days. Mr Standen will be speaking at our public meeting on 16 June (from 7pm at Christ Church Cockfosters), after which I hope Enfield Council and Berkeley will be under no illusions about the importance of preserving and promoting this essential piece of our nations history;

a history which until the very recent declassification of documents, remained top secret. The campaign has received public support from across the country; from local MPs David Burrowes, Theresa Villiers and indeed across the political spectrum, as well as at the highest levels of government; from museum experts and leading historians; and from World War Two veterans and members of the military and intelligence communities.

I would be very grateful for your support for this campaign you can sign our petition (short url http://chn.ge/1MHOpRP), attend our public meeting on 16 June, and visit www.facebook.com/savetrentpark to keep updated. Berkeley have indicated they will submit a planning application by September just a few months left to establish a legacy that will honour the past, celebrate our history, and serve the public for generations to come.Cllr Jason Charalambous, Cockfosters Councillor Founder of the Save Trent Park Campaign

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The Hadley Wood Neighbourhood Planning Forum

Our Planning Forum met again in April. Around 40 people attended and there was a good discussion. Work to draw together a description of the existing character of Hadley Wood carries on. We are doing this to create evidence that will support any specific planning policies we might want for our area. As an example, if a street does not have tall front walls and gates at the moment we might want a policy saying that these structures should only be up to 1 metre high. Front boundaries like this would retain a good relationship and easy visibility between the street and the buildings. Elsewhere homes might be well set back from the street or already have 2m high front boundaries. For these areas

further larger front walls or railings might be appropriate, but maybe with greenery included.

The next stage is to start to write our policies. Most of these will be about individual new build homes and extensions. The intention is not to stop people being able to develop, but to ensure it is done in a way that responds to what residents value about the area. Policies might cover roof, side and rear extensions, infill development, front garden and boundary treatments, landscaping and so on. One particular issue that often comes up is the question of how much space should be left between the side of one building and its neighbour. Maybe more than is often left at the moment.

The Forum is also going to have to tackle

some difficult issues. As we enjoy the peace and greenery of our neighbourhood, there is a very high demand for homes in London and the South East, and pressure on all areas to deliver more. This means planning, generally, is charged with finding viable sites. Although the green belt that surrounds us gives

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Dear Editor Proposed parking restrictions Ref TG52/130Residents close to the junction of Crescent East and Lancaster Avenue have recently received a consultation document from Enfield council. The document proposes to extend the double yellow lines further down either side of Lancaster Avenue, close to the junction of Crescent East. The aim of which is to reduce obstruction and/or congestion that may occur as a result of vehicles being parked inconsiderately or in an obstructive manner.

I am aware of two serious accidents in the past several years at this junction as cars have come round the corner too fast and wide from Crescent East into Lancaster Avenue, hitting parked cars on either side of Lancaster avenue.

I have therefore written to Enfield Council supporting the yellow line extension but also noted that I believe a pedestrian island/refuge in the middle of Lancaster Avenue at the junction with Crescent East is also necessary. In isolation, I believe the yellow line extension could actually allow drivers to take the corner wider and faster, resulting in more accidents. The only way to slow drivers and to make sure they don't cut across lanes at the junction is to also have the island/refuge.

The island/refuge is also important as this is a wide crossing and if you are crossing from the East side of Lancaster Avenue to the West side, it's very difficult to see traffic in either direction. Having spoken to a traffic safety consultant this would be relatively cheap to implement.

Ensuring safety at this junction is important. Hadley Wood school is but a short distance away and this route is used by many families on a daily basis. It's also a dropping off point for numerous school buses.

To discuss proposals phone Craig Gough, Traffic and Transportation, Enfield Council on 020 8379 3566.Alex Evans

Dear Editor Just a quick email to say how much I enjoyed the Gresley-focussed March edition of the HW News. The article by John Leatherdale was particularly apposite not only in terms of the mainline return of Flying Scotsman, but also because, on the 5th April this year (the 75th anniversary of Gresley's death) a statue to him was unveiled on the new concourse at Kings Cross.

I was instrumental in the commissioning of this statue (and particularly the selection of Hazel Reeves the sculptor). However, I

was also one of the three Gresley Trust Council members who resigned following the high-jacking of the project by those close to Gresley's surviving grandchildren.

One of the key defences, by those who came to dislike the intended presence of a mallard at Gresley's feet, was that he preferred to see his wildfowl at the end of a gun. So John Leatherdale's line that, following the death of his wife, Gresley somehow found solace (my words) in his time at Salisbury Hall with his ducks, further challenges this view. Indeed, every biographer of Gresley has picked up on this same strand of his affection for birds. One of my earliest learnings about his streamline A4 pacifics was that they were, in the main, named

after powerful birds of flight.A further coincidence is that the remaining pages of the March issue

concerned the Mosquito aircraft and the museum at, of all places, Salisbury Hall. Well done!Nigel Dant

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Dear Editor Whilst walking around Hadley Wood it is impossible to miss the abundance of discarded water bottles in the gutters, in the woods and all the open spaces. Why can the joggers not manage to either find a bin or take them home to recycle. Most of us teach our children not to discard litter clearly these joggers missed out. Please joggers have some respect for our attractive environment.

Disgusted Hadley Wood resident

Dear Editor In 2000 Hadley Wood rallied and successfully fought a campaign

against a plan from GNER to build a parkway station with extensive

bus and car parks on the Green Belt farmland to the North of Waggon

Road. The Green Belt at this point is just one mile in depth and is the

narrowest of any point around London This is why the campaign

received so much support even from outside Hadley Wood and across

London because development on the belt at this point would be seen

as a breach in the dam. There was and is a fear that Hadley Wood

could ultimately join up with Potters Bar and the M25 would become

the de facto London boundary. It was THE major factor in the success of the campaign. At a

recent meeting of the newly formed Hadley Wood Planning Forum, I

was alarmed that it was suggested that the North side of Waggon Road

was 'incomplete' as far as housing is concerned. Also as it is outside the

boundary of the Forum it was mooted that it was not of their concern.

I would be dismayed if Hadley Wood Planning Forum should suggest

that the North side of Waggon Road be developed. It is a very dangerous

proposition and precedent and from the information above it is something

that the Planning Forum should in fact be fighting against and not offering

to the Council on a plate. Yours faithfully Alan Nicholls

The Hadley Wood News is published every two months. It is a community publication with the objective of bringing local news, views and events to the residents and friends of Hadley Wood. It is non-profit making with any surplus going to the Hadley Wood Association (HWA) for the direct benefit of residents. Content is produced voluntarily with the make-up, printing and distribution paid for by advertising. Thank you to all our advertisers, without whom this magazine would not be possible. If you would like to contribute to a future issue or receive updates via email, please contact the Editor and Publisher. The HWA and anyone associated with the content of this newsletter cannot accept any responsibility for the accuracy, claims or views expressed. The Hadley Wood News does not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any of the advertisements or other information accessed directly or indirectly from this publication, nor the quality of any products, services, information or other materials displayed, purchased or obtained by anyone as a result of an advertisement or any other information or offer in connection with those products, services, information or other materials.Hadley Wood News shall not be responsible for any errors or omissions contained in any advertisement or other information within this publication. The Publisher reserves the right to amend, abridge or reject any copy supplied for publication. E&OE HWA May 2016

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