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I have lived in Barnet all my life, and I am extremely proud of all that has been achieved in the last eight years. I have enjoyed the challenge of making the money go further.  This has not always been easy and we have had to make some difficult decisions, but the borough is now in a better place. We kept general Council Tax frozen for 9 years until 2019, while resident satisfaction with the council has remained high.  

There will be two mental health awareness talks as part of the Barnet Libraries Service’s Health and Wellbeing Month – the May theme of its wider Year of Learning. The first – by Jayne Abbott from the council’s Public Health team – will be at Chipping Barnet Library from 3-4pm on Friday (17 May). The second will be at Colindale Library from 3-4pm on Wednesday 22 May.

The final was held at St James’ Park, Newcastle, and saw Saracens beat Leinster 20-10, despite being 10 points behind for nearly half of the game. The Worshipful Mayor of Barnet, Councillor Reuben Thompstone, said: “I would like to congratulate Saracens on behalf of everyone at the council for winning the Champions Cup on Saturday.

Barnet roads are vital to support travel, including travelling by bus or cycle, and to support local businesses and employment. Penalty Charge Notices (PCNs) are used as a deterrent to reduce inconsiderate parking, encouraging road users to drive responsibly and improving accessibility for all road users, including Blue Badge holders. They also help reduce traffic congestion on our roads which harms our environment through engine idling, noise and makes our borough a less pleasant place to be.

Barnet Council advises and assists local communities in the preparation of their Neighbourhood Development Plans. A Neighbourhood Development Plan is a statutory planning document setting out general planning policies for the development and use of land in a neighbourhood. The council is also responsible for approving the designated areas for the plans and designating Neighbourhood Area Forums to develop the plans.

Better, in partnership with Barnet Council, apologises to customers for the temporary closure of the swimming pools at Finchley Lido Leisure Centre. The pools have been closed to facilitate essential roof works within the pool hall. During this time significant facility improvements have been brought forward to create a better experience for all customers.

The results will be available via the Election Results page on the council website.

Celebrating the people who together make Barnet. Together, we are Barnet will highlight some of our many groups, sports teams and local projects, as well as individuals, who contribute so much to our community. This week we're focusing on Inass Ibrahim, founder of Burnt Oak Women's Group. 

Together, we are Barnet will highlight some of our many groups, sports teams and local projects, as well as individuals, who contribute so much to our community.

The proposal is that Barnet should still have 63 councillors, but representing 14 three-councillor wards, 10 two-councillor wards and 1 one-councillor ward across the council. The consultation closes on Monday 24 June. You can read more and respond here.