The closure of Haringey's Latin market has been described as 'undermining multiculturalism'.
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London is set to lose one of its last Latin markets as Haringey Council transforms the borough.
The council wishes to modernise the borough, following devastating riots.
But the council is receiving backlash from the community.
One of the founders of the Latin Village, Patrick Reys, is leading a staunch campaign against the closure.
He said that the closure will:
“Undermine the multiculturalism of London.”
In a statement to City News, Haringey Council, said:
“We have made it clear that wherever there is development, social and economic renewal across Haringey – the people, the communities that were there before will be an integral part of that area’s future.”
“We expect this scheme to create hundreds of new jobs, quality retail space and nearly 200 homes, alongside a thriving new market.”
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StandfirstOne of London’s last Latin American markets is in danger of being demolished.
London is set to lose one of its last Latin markets as Haringey Council transforms the borough.
The council wishes to modernise the borough, following devastating riots.
But the council is receiving backlash from the community.
One of the founders of the Latin Village, Patrick Reys, is leading a staunch campaign against the closure.
He said that the closure will:
“Undermine the multiculturalism of London.”
In a statement to City News, Haringey Council, said:
“We have made it clear that wherever there is development, social and economic renewal across Haringey – the people, the communities that were there before will be an integral part of that area’s future.”
“We expect this scheme to create hundreds of new jobs, quality retail space and nearly 200 homes, alongside a thriving new market.”
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