Haringey

American

[har-ing-gey] / ˈhær ɪŋˌgeɪ /

noun

a borough of Greater London, England.

Haringey British

/ ˈhærɪŋˌɡeɪ /

noun

a borough of N Greater London. Pop: 224 700 (2003 est). Area: 30 sq km (12 sq miles)

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It said infections had been confirmed in "at least" seven schools in Enfield and neighbouring Haringey.

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026

Cristy North and Susan Houseman are accused of placing the bags in front of the then-foreign secretary's house in Haringey, north London, on 8 April last year.

From BBC • Jan. 8, 2026

"The council, along with the Greater London Authority and the mayor of London, is investing lots of money into regenerating the estate, " confirmed Haringey Council leader Peray Ahmet.

From BBC • Oct. 11, 2025

Haringey Council said residents should dispose of their household waste responsibly, but in this case it has cancelled the fine.

From BBC • Sep. 13, 2025

A piece of cardboard blowing about in a street in Haringey led to the local council trying to fine a couple £600.

From BBC • Sep. 13, 2025

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