Barnet Council approves joint venture for next stage of Grahame Park regeneration
Barnet Council’s Cabinet has approved a major step forward in the regeneration of the Grahame Park Estate by appointing Lovell Partnerships as its development partner for the north east of the estate.
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Barnet residents invited to have their say on council budget saving proposals
Barnet’s residents are being asked to share their views on the council’s future spending plans, including proposals for saving costs and increasing income to close next year’s forecast budget shortfall.
Barnet Council granted planning permission for Hendon Hub but scheme put on hold ‘indefinitely’
Barnet Council has received planning approval for Hendon Hub – the proposed multi-million-pound redevelopment of The Burroughs, the historical area of Hendon.
However, this is simply a statutory notice that concludes the formal legal process, and the council has put the scheme on hold indefinitely.
New memorial bench honours former East Barnet councillor Laurie Williams
A memorial bench has been installed to honour the life and work of much-loved former Barnet Labour councillor Laurie Williams.
Laurie represented East Barnet between 2014 and 2022.
The plaque on the bench reads: ‘In memory of Councillor Laurie Williams (1937-2022) who loved and served his local East Barnet community.’
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Barnet Council signs up to Anti-Racism Charter and Engagement Framework with trade unions
Barnet Council has signed up to a national charter enshrining its commitment to opposing racism throughout its organisation.
The Anti-Racism Charter, drawn up by trade union UNISON, addresses the nationwide issues of racial disparities in recruitment, promotions, training opportunities, disciplinary procedures and pay.
It sets out 20 commitments for the council to implement throughout its organisation, from senior leadership to recruitment.
Cllr Barry Rawlings, Leader of Barnet Council, responds to reports of antisemitic hate crimes
The recent reported antisemitic incidents that have taken place in our borough and elsewhere in the capital are unacceptable. This week, hateful leaflets were spread around the streets of Hendon and Jewish schoolchildren have been targeted in two separate incidents. These cases are the latest in a surge of vile abuse and shocking violence experienced by Jewish communities.
Cabinet to close £29 million funding gap in future spending plan review
Barnet’s Cabinet will discuss options to plot a course to financial sustainability in the face of a ‘perfect storm’ that has unleashed a projected £29 million funding gap when it meets next week (5 December 2024).
Cabinet Members and council officers have been working to address and contain the unprecedented pressures on the council’s finances, driven by conditions beyond the council’s control. These include: