A by-election is scheduled for April 10 to fill the St Ann's ward seat in Haringey Council, vacated by Tammy Hymas. Hymas criticized the government's funding management, which led to cuts in library hours and a public space protection order she argued would adversely affect vulnerable people, particularly the homeless. Despite the political upheaval within local Labour ranks, Hymas has no current plans to leave the party. Voting requires registration by March 25, with specific deadlines for postal and proxy voting, and in-person voters need a photo ID.
Tammy Hymas, former councillor, expressed discontent over government management that forced Haringey Council to make hard financial decisions, including recent cuts to library hours.
Hymas previously opposed borough-wide public space protection orders, stating concerns over their impact on vulnerable populations like the homeless in Tottenham.
Three former Labour councillors left the party to form the Independent Socialist Group, responding to dissatisfaction with Sir Keir Starmer's handling of Gaza, but Hymas remains with Labour.
Voters in the St Ann's ward by-election must register before the deadline and will need photo ID to vote, reflecting new voting regulations.
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