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Views sought on Fairer Contributions Policy

Barnet council is seeking residents’ views during a consultation about proposals to change its Fairer Contributions Policy.

Work underway on dementia-friendly homes

In partnership with Barnet Council, Barnet Homes marked their latest new build project this week with a demolition ceremony at the start of the construction of a new dementia-friendly extra care scheme.

Council debates street scene services

Barnet Council is asking for residents’ views on the way it delivers its street scene services in the future.

Barnet Council driving towards greener borough

Barnet Council is encouraging sustainable driving by allowing more cars into the free green emissions band, previously only given to electric vehicles.

New plans for Brent Cross Shopping Centre unveiled

Brent Cross Shopping Centre, London’s first and most iconic retail destination is to undergo a £1.4bn redevelopment as its owners Hammerson and Standard Life Investments begin a major public consultation to ensure it meets the needs of its shoppers for the future.

Barnet schools win record numbers of STARS

This week has seen nearly 100 Barnet schools receiving their 2016 Sustainable Travel: Active, Responsible, Safe (STARS) awards at the Transport for London (TfL) seminars in central London.

Barnet receives Cleaner Air Borough status

Barnet has been awarded Cleaner Air Borough (CAB) status, for effectively monitoring and reducing air pollution.

Adult social services options considered

Healthy Happy Fun Day

Sensory stories, relaxation methods and physiotherapy techniques are just a few of the reasons adults with a learning disability should attend this year’s Happy Healthy Fun Day.

Council seals £4bn Brent Cross deal with development partners

A major regeneration scheme which will provide thousands of new jobs and homes has moved a significant step closer following the signing and sealing of an agreement between Barnet Council and its development partners, Argent Related and Hammerson and Standard Life Investments.