In short, Haringey Council is responsible for making life in the borough work smoothly, from schools and social care to roads, housing, and community services.

Please note, Haringey Giving is an independent registered Charity that is entirely separate from Haringey Council.

Haringey Council’s Core Responsibilities

  1. Housing and Homelessness

    • Manages council-owned housing (council flats and estates).

    • Provides support for people at risk of homelessness, including temporary accommodation.

    • Oversees housing benefits and rent management.

  2. Education

    • Oversees state schools in the borough, including admissions and school performance.

    • Provides support for early years, special educational needs, and adult learning.

  3. Social Services

    • Adult Social Care: Support for elderly residents, people with disabilities, and carers.

    • Children’s Services: Safeguarding, child protection, and family support programs.

  4. Transport and Roads

    • Maintains local roads, pavements, street lighting, and traffic management.

    • Issues parking permits and enforces parking restrictions.

    • Promotes sustainable travel (cycling lanes, pedestrian zones, bus routes).

  5. Waste Management and Environment

    • Collects household waste and recycling.

    • Maintains parks, green spaces, and environmental cleanliness.

    • Handles street cleaning and litter enforcement.

  6. Planning and Building Control

    • Manages planning applications, building regulations, and land use policies.

    • Oversees conservation areas and heritage protection.

  7. Public Health and Community Safety

    • Provides health initiatives and campaigns.

    • Works with police and community groups to reduce anti-social behaviour.

  8. Leisure and Culture

    • Manages libraries, leisure centres, and cultural venues like Alexandra Palace.

    • Organises local events, arts programs, and community activities.

  9. Finance and Council Tax

    • Collects Council Tax and business rates.

    • Allocates budgets for local services and projects.

Other Roles

    • Supports businesses and local economic development.

    • Provides grants and funding for voluntary organisations.

    • Acts as the democratic authority, meaning local councillors make decisions on behalf of residents.