Chase Farm: Council reaction (From Enfield Independent)

Chase Farm: Council reaction

11:03am Friday 5th September 2008

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THE BATTLE to save Chase Farm crossed party political lines and the news that services are to be axed drew criticism from all sides at Enfield Council.

Cllr Anne Marie Pearce, the chair of the Joint Scrutiny Committee, said: “This was an opportunity to show that the views of local people can make a difference.

“So many people have given up their time and three councils have worked together to scrutinise plans in detail, but we haven’t been listened to when it comes to the big decisions.”

Council leader MIke Rye fears for the future of health services in Enfield in the light of the decision.

He said: “We would all welcome the commitment to ensure that new services are in place before any changes or reductions happen at Chase Farm.

“But the failure to make additional money available to achieve this is disappointing, and can only make it more difficult for the NHS to deliver change and ensure safety in the meantime.”

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