Enfield

Enfield, a borough in North London, is currently newsworthy due to several unrelated but significant events. A measles outbreak is affecting unvaccinated children under 10, with over 60 cases reported in seven schools and a nursery. This outbreak is linked to low MMR vaccination rates and has prompted concerns from health experts. Separately, the Toby Carvery restaurant chain faces eviction from its site in Whitewebbs Park after felling a 500-year-old oak tree without permission, causing public outrage and action from Enfield Council, the landlord. Finally, a former Conservative councillor, Philip Young, has admitted to drugging and raping his wife over a 14-year period. These events highlight diverse challenges facing the borough, from public health crises to environmental concerns and serious criminal activity.