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Walking and scootering Over the last 20 years the number of children walking to school has fallen dramatically, while the number of car journeys to school has increased, adding to traffic congestion and pollution. It is recommended that children take 15,000 steps a day, so walking to school can contribute to this, as well as giving opportunities to develop road safety skills and a chance to talk and socialise with families and friends.

February 2020 You can download a detailed construction schedule for the next three months below:

Hendon became a municipal borough with its own mayor in 1932 and included Mill Hill, Burnt Oak and Edgware. This allowed the borough to have its own 'armorial bearings', or coat of arms. The coat of arms has various elements that represent Hendon. The two mythical animals are called supporters. The Griffin on the left-hand side represents the Powis family, who were lords of Hendon Manor.

Driving in London can be challenging and sometimes stressful. Getting to know the rules of the road and planning your route carefully will help you get to your destination quicker and safer, and you’ll also avoid the risk of a driving penalty. Read the highway code. Here are a few specific tips:

Nether Street was recognised by the mid-14th century as an old street, sometimes called 'Lower Street' in later periods. Essentially an access road to properties and land, the most important of which were Moss Hall (see North Finchley) and Brent Lodge.

Our cemetery and crematorium service manages Hendon Cemetery and Crematorium. We are a multi-faith site and provide cremation and burial services seven days per week. We also provide post funeral services including memorial plaques and cremated remains memorials. The council is required to provide a funeral if the person is unable to pay for the funeral out of their estate. This is called a public health funeral.

The London Borough of Barnet entered into a new contract with NSL Ltd on 1 November 2018 to deliver its parking enforcement and related services.  The contract is currently being prepared for publication and will be available on this page. The previous contract with NSL, which was entered into on 1 April 2012, is published here.