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Have your say on improving life chances of Barnet’s children and young people

We have launched a survey for Barnet residents to share their views on its plans for improving life chances of children and young people living in the borough. The strategy outlines how we will work to improve young lives and increase their opportunities to succeed and is underpinned by our family friendly vision that is focused on making Barnet the most family friendly borough in London and a better place for all families to live.

Second permanent COVID-19 testing unit for Barnet borough launched in Hendon

A second permanent COVID-19 testing unit has been launched in the Barnet borough and will be based opposite Hendon Fire Station.

Remembrance Sunday in Barnet

National lockdown: Statement from the Leader of Barnet Council, Cllr Dan Thomas

From this Thursday (5 November), Barnet will enter into the new set of restrictions the Government has set for the whole of England.

Barnet residents asked for views on council’s Equalities, Diversity and Inclusion Policy

Barnet’s residents are being asked for their views on the council’s draft Equalities, Diversity and Inclusion Policy 2020.

Thank you to our emergency services, from the Chairman of the Barnet Safer Communities Partnership Board

On behalf of the Barnet Safer Communities Partnership I would like to thank the emergency services involved in the ongoing work of responding to COVID-19 including all the staff and officers of the London Ambulance Service, the London Fire Brigade and the Metropolitan Police.

Latest COVID-19 testing locations for week beginning 26.10.20

COVID-19 tests will be available from various locations in the Barnet borough during the coming week (beginning Monday 26 October).

Burst water main – Finchley area

Some residents in the north of the borough may be experiencing water supply issues due to a burst water main in the Finchley area earlier today (26/10/2020).

Space2Grow: School Holiday Food Grant Fund launched by Barnet Council and Young Barnet Foundation

The Covid-19 pandemic has brought with it an increase in uncertainty for some families, including food security. Barnet Council is committed to helping residents through this difficult time.

Barnet Council gets ready for the leaf fall this autumn

The Barnet Council Street Scene service has put together specialist teams to clear leaves across the borough this autumn and winter.