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Walking into autumn in Barnet

Get your walking shoes on for 3 October - here’s the chance to stride into autumn with the Big Barnet Walk.

Adult social services options considered

Healthy Happy Fun Day

Sensory stories, relaxation methods and physiotherapy techniques are just a few of the reasons adults with a learning disability should attend this year’s Happy Healthy Fun Day.

Shocking pictures show why council is taking tough stance to keep Barnet clean

Smashed up pieces of furniture, old mattresses and a broken TV. You wouldn’t stand for this rubbish being dumped in your front garden; yet this is a daily occurrence on the streets of Barnet.

Council seals £4bn Brent Cross deal with development partners

A major regeneration scheme which will provide thousands of new jobs and homes has moved a significant step closer following the signing and sealing of an agreement between Barnet Council and its development partners, Argent Related and Hammerson and Standard Life Investments.

Blue badge cheats convicted

Two drivers caught by council counter-fraud officers illegally using disabled parking badges have been fined £800 by magistrates.

Big Friendly Read school holiday activities and events

The Big Friendly Read challenge which officially kicked off in Barnet on July 9 is now well underway with lots of free events and activities planned throughout the school holidays.

Young people encouraged to get in SHAPE this Summer

The SHAPE programme delivered by Barnet Council has launched a fun and energising summer programme for the young residents of Barnet to coincide with school holidays, running until Friday 26th August 2016.

Copthall swimmers head to Rio

Two of Barnet Copthall swimmers are getting ready to compete in the 2016 Olympic Games which start in Rio this Friday (August 5, 2016.)