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Advice on staying safe during the heatwave

With temperatures set to remain high there are a number of practical pointers for vulnerable groups such as older people, young children and those with long term health conditions to help them stay safe.

Council reaffirms support for Somali Bravanese community group

Building carer-friendly communities

Putting down the pipe: The truth about shisha

Keeping safe, warm and well over winter

Barnet Council and its Public Health partners are calling on residents to help make sure elderly and vulnerable Barnet neighbours stay safe, warm and well this winter.

Views sought on Fairer Contributions Policy

Barnet council is seeking residents’ views during a consultation about proposals to change its Fairer Contributions Policy.

Work underway on dementia-friendly homes

In partnership with Barnet Council, Barnet Homes marked their latest new build project this week with a demolition ceremony at the start of the construction of a new dementia-friendly extra care scheme.

Welfare Reform Task Force offers support

Families affected by the latest welfare reform changes are being encouraged to get in touch with Barnet’s Welfare Reform Task Force.

Sustainability and Transformation Plan

The NHS in the north central London area – which represents Camden, Haringey, Islington, Barnet and Enfield – has submitted a draft Sustainability and Transformation Plan (STP) to NHS England.

Council's successful World Mental Health Day

Approximately 60 Barnet residents took part in World Mental Health Day (WMHD) at a community-led event on Monday 10 October to raise awareness of “Mental Health First Aid for All”.