SOCIAL services in Enfield is beginning a fresh start after the appointment of a new department chief and management team.

Eric Robinson has been made director of social serviceTHe s at the Civic Centre after joining from Lincolnshire County Council.

Penny Butler is assistant director responsible for adult services and Lance Douglas is assistant director for performance, policy and strategic planning.

The trio will be joined by another assistant director, for children and families, early next year.

Mr Robinson said: "Enfield has a great deal of potential to continue to improve its performance and modernise its services."