Here is a run-down of those contesting the seat on Thursday, May 6.
Luke Balnave – Green Party
Green Party candidate Luke Balnave Luke grew up in Enfield and works at a local secondary school. He has two daughters and wants to help create a bright future for them. He wants a fresh start for the local economy that prioritises sustainable local businesses and green industries. “I am committed to ensuring our amazing green spaces are fully protected and remain under full council control,” Luke said. “I stand resolutely behind existing residents who feel rightly threatened by crudely conceived skyscrapers being proposed on their doorstep.
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By Simon Allin @SimonAllin3 Local Democracy Reporter, Barnet, Enfield and Haringey
Enfield Civic Centre Seven candidates are running for a seat on Enfield Council in the upcoming by-election in Southbury. The election was called following the death of long-serving Labour ward councillor Chris Bond in July last year. Local elections were postponed following the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic but have been allowed to go ahead from May. The Southbury by-election will take place on Thursday, May 6, alongside the mayoral and London Assembly elections. The candidates standing for election in Southbury are:
Luke Ashley Balnave – Green Party
Luke Anthony Cummings – Liberal Democrat