Today (Thursday 23 January), Leader Cllr Peray Ahmet and Cabinet Member Cllr Ruth Gordon joined partners and young people at the Bernie Grant Arts Centre for the official launch of the new ten-year placemaking strategy, Shaping Tottenham.
With its international stadium and wealth of grassroots venues, Tottenham is a destination for sports, events and culture, as well as a gateway to the landscape and enterprise of the Lee Valley.
Shaping Tottenham builds on these strengths for the future while addressing the challenges identified by its communities and businesses.
Based on the ideas, concerns, hopes and realities shared with the council as part of the collaborative Tottenham Voices campaign, the plan sets out five key themes and their target outcomes across each neighbourhood ahead of the London Borough of Culture 2027 and European Championship football at Tottenham Hotspur in 2028.
Cllr Ruth Gordon, Cabinet Member for Placemaking and the Local Economy, said:
We want Tottenham to be recognised for its vibrant, inclusive atmosphere, offering opportunities for all residents and attracting visitors.
It will be a place full of life and energy, with a strong cultural scene and thriving economy, where the area’s rich history is celebrated and everyone feels safe, welcomed and proud to call Tottenham home.
Shaping Tottenham is not just a document – it represents a continuing conversation and the beginning of a new way of working.
It is a plan for everyone from families, young people, newcomers and lifelong residents to those who have invested in, built businesses, or chosen to work in the area. It’s for creators, educators, health workers and all those who serve our community.
Together, we have shaped our vision and priorities for Tottenham, and together, we will create the future it deserves.
The five placemaking themes, which will guide the implementation of Shaping Tottenham, are:
• Identity, culture and representation
• Strong and resilient communities
• Healthy and sustainable neighbourhoods
• Safe and welcoming
• Inclusive and prosperous economy
Underpinning these themes is the principle of collaboration between the council and community to ensure increased participation and a strategy that addresses the most challenging issues for long term impact.
If you would like to participate in future discussions about the themes and placemaking areas, please email shaping.tottenham@haringey.gov.uk.
Visit the council’s website for more information on progress delivery updates and ways to get involved.
