The borough’s leisure centres run by Fusion are closed due to the lockdown. They plan to re=open as soon as possible, though probably with limited hours and classes. Forum members need to register to ensure you receive the concessions. See the latest news here.
Latest newsletter now available
All members should receive the October- November edition of Forum Focus in the post by the beginning of October. If you do not, check that your membership is still up to date. And it is also available to see here. It includes articles about the importance of getting the flu jab, the problem of loneliness, news from the police and ,of course, the ever popular jokes in Always Look on the Bright Side. Our president Monty Meth discusses why lobbying is important and there is an update from Fusion Leisure about the re-opening of its centres in Enfield.
Joint Zoom meeting with the Enfield Climate Action Forum
We held a joint Zoom meeting with Enfield Climate Action Forum on Monday 2nd September at 7pm. For a report of the meeting, see the latest Forum Focus newsletter
Forum Office
The office at Millfield House is currently closed to visitors due to the lockdown, but Ruth and Diane are working there so do call them (020 8807 2076) if you cannot renew your membership by post or online.
Forum’s 2020 Annual General Meeting
Our AGM was due to take place on 30 June but obviously current government regulations on large gatherings prevented this. We are investigating the possibility of holding it online as well as looking at new dates later in the year. We will let you know as soon as it is decided so check back here and/or look out for emails from us. (So make sure we have your email address if you have one).
Fusion goes cashless
Fusion Leisure Centres no longer accept cash from customers but there are many other ways to pay.
The decision to go cashless has been taken at Fusion head office level and they are rolling out this policy across all centres across the country. On Monday 2 March, it was Enfield’s turn.
Continue reading “Fusion goes cashless”Walking to fitness
Walking and talking – it’s got to be good for you
Fancy going for a walk with some friendly people and having a chat and coffee afterwards? Well some Fusion Leisure Centres will be offering all this for free from March.
Continue reading “Walking to fitness”Fusion timetable updated
Fusion have updated their Over 50’s timetable for Enfield. See our Fusion page for the revised timetable and for details.
Health centre at North Midd?
The proposed health care centre at North Middlesex University Hospital would benefit both Enfield residents and NHS staff.
The proposed health care centre at North Middlesex University Hospital would benefit both Enfield residents and NHS staff.The Forum is calling on local MPs to back plans for a new multi-purpose integrated health care centre at North Middlesex University Hospital that would reduce pressure on the A & E department there and help improve services to residents in the east of the borough.
Continue reading “Health centre at North Midd?”Unhealthy merger for patients
Enfield residents could lose their say on local NHS services after a huge North London administration body was created without any public debate
The biggest shake-up in the NHS is underway with the creation next April of a single mega-CCG (Clinical Commissioning Group) covering Enfield, Barnet, Islington, Camden and Haringey.
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