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Barnet Council encourages residents to leave the car at home for Cycle to School Week

Barnet Council marks Clean Air Day, with anti-idling school event

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

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.

Exhibition highlights WW1 sacrifices

As the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War draws closer, Barnet’s Local Studies Archive has launched a poignant free exhibition at Hendon Town Hall, entitled ‘Coming Home’.

Barnet schools lead the way

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

Barnet supports World Mental Health Day

Today is World Mental Health Day - an important time to reflect on an often overlooked part of our well-being.

Free blood pressure and diabetes checks

Come and join our partners at Silver Star to find out more about how to reduce your risk of developing conditions such as diabetes and hypertension, get a blood pressure or diabetes check and find out about what local services are available to support you.

Have your say on ward boundaries review

The Local Government Boundary Commission for England (LGBCE) are about to start an electoral review of the London Borough of Barnet. The review will draw new council ward boundaries across the borough to make sure each councillor represents an equal number of voters.