Resident satisfaction rates published
Barnet residents have higher levels of overall satisfaction with their council than both the national and the London averages, according to the latest Adults Residents’ Perception Survey.
The survey results, taken from winter 2023/24, found 65% of residents were satisfied with Barnet Council – in line with the last survey, which was taken in 2021/22. This beats both the London average (56%) and the national average (53%), both of which have declined since 2021/22.
Grenfell Inquiry: Barnet Council responds to the findings of the report
Cllr Ross Houston, Cabinet Member for Homes & Regeneration and Deputy Leader of Barnet Council, said:
“The report into the Grenfell fire has highlighted how systemic failures led to a disaster that should have never happened. Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of everyone affected.
What we're doing for Art and Culture
History and heritage in Barnet
Film and art in Barnet
Parks and Leisure Activities
Cultural and social scene
How Barnet Council is caring for people, its places and the planet
When we took office in 2022, we pledged that we would transform Barnet for the better making it a great place to live, work and study for all. We also committed to being open and accountable, giving people the chance to have a say in important decisions that affect them and to be informed of what the council is doing.
Barnet Council Leader highlights antisemitism among anti-fascist demonstrations
By Cllr Barry Rawlings, Leader of Barnet Council
The recent antisemitic hate crime data published by the Community Security Trust (CST) is stark evidence of the surging levels of abuse and violence experienced by Britain’s Jewish communities. As the Leader of Barnet Council, I am deeply concerned and angered by the fact that 40% of all antisemitic crimes recorded in Greater London in the first half of this year occurred in our borough.
Bics groups and workshops
Our groups and workshops aim to: