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Could you become a foster carer?

The essential role that foster carers play is being highlighted during Foster Care Fortnight which got underway this week.

Building work set to begin on Unitas Youth Zone

Barnet’s young people will soon see their OnSide Youth Zone take shape with building work set to begin on the £6.5million centre.

Barnet Council celebrates National Apprenticeship Week

The Burnt Oak Opportunity Support Team (BOOST) and the National Careers Service will be promoting work and apprenticeship options at Brent Cross Shopping Centre this Friday.

Secondary school place offer day

Every Barnet parent who applied on time for a secondary school place for their child has received an offer of a place.

Hendon Area Committee postponed

The meeting of Hendon Area Committee scheduled for tonight, Wednesday 28 February, has been postponed due to the adverse weather conditions.

Update on Children’s Services Improvement

Helping looked after children follow their dreams

Barnet has become the first local authority in London to launch its own charity to help looked after children fulfil their dreams and aspirations.

Care leavers to receive Council Tax exemptions

Barnet Council is set to introduce a policy which will offer council tax relief to care leavers up to the age of 25.

Zero tolerance to FGM

Barnet Council is today (6 February) supporting this year’s International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation (FGM).

Residents love living in Barnet

Barnet residents love where they live according to the latest Residents’ Perception Survey.