An MP will chair a seminar on ethnic inequality hosted by a charity later this week.

Newly re-elected MP for Tottenham David Lammy will chair the session, hosted by the Selby Trust at the Selby Centre in Selby Road, Tottenham.

Amongst other topics on the agenda will be a recent Equality Impact Assessment carried out by Haringey Borough Council which said that black and ethnic minority communities may not benefit from the proposed regeneration schemes planned in Tottenham. 

A Haringey Council spokesperson said in response to the release of that document: "Our research has shown that many residents would benefit from schemes such as shared ownership that provide a helping hand for those struggling to save for a deposit in the face of ever-increasing house prices.

"But it also shows that for some communities, low-cost home ownership may not be the best option, which is why we’re committed to bringing more homes for social and affordable rent.

"Our housing strategy will be shaped directly by the views of local people, and we will consider all feedback when consultation starts later this year."

The trust is running the event alongside the Black Enterprising and Training Group as well as social development charity the Joseph Rowntree Foundation and the Runnymede Trust.

According to a report by the Runnymede Trust in 2014, Haringey has some of the highest ethnic inequality in the country and discussions will centre around possible solutions.

The seminar will take place between 4pm and 7pm.