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Design contest launched for council’s £18.8million park transformation

Barnet Council and the Landscape Institute have launched a design contest to support the development of plans for an £18.8million investment in West Hendon Playing Fields.

Barnet Council launches support programme for local construction industry suppliers

BOOST helps almost 400 Barnet residents into work in record-breaking year

Council delivers £1.5m support package to help local businesses

The UK’s cost of living crisis is having a significant impact on businesses. Rising energy and fuel costs are pushing many companies to breaking point and forcing customers to cut back on their spending.

New leader of Barnet Council appointed – declares an immediate climate emergency

New station in Brent Cross to be catalyst for thousands of new homes

The government has today (Thursday, 14 March) granted funding to the tune of £319.5m to Barnet Council to deliver the new Brent Cross West station and critical infrastructure – funding which will also unlock a vibrant new town centre for north-west London.

News and features Dreams of Tomorrow Art Competition

Barnet’s multi-talented young people have showcased their creativity with a poetry, photography and art competition culminating in an awards ceremony at Finchley Youth Centre.

Influence Barnet’s health priorities

Barnet Council is inviting residents to take part in a healthy weight survey and in doing so, influence the borough’s public health priorities for years to come.

Victoria Lodge update

Planning consent for six flats to be built on the site of the Victoria Lodge was refused by Barnet Council’s Planning Committee in September 2018. The Planning Inspectorate subsequently granted permission following an appeal by the applicant.

Barnet schools lead the way

Pupils in Barnet have topped national GCSE league tables this year.