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Contractor fined after damage to protected trees

A utility company contractor whose workers severed the roots of four protected trees has been fined £3,000 by magistrates.

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.

Walking into autumn in Barnet

Get your walking shoes on for 3 October - here’s the chance to stride into autumn with the Big Barnet Walk.

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.

Young people encouraged to get in SHAPE this Summer

The SHAPE programme delivered by Barnet Council has launched a fun and energising summer programme for the young residents of Barnet to coincide with school holidays, running until Friday 26th August 2016.

Copthall swimmers head to Rio

Two of Barnet Copthall swimmers are getting ready to compete in the 2016 Olympic Games which start in Rio this Friday (August 5, 2016.)

New community hub given the go ahead to replace the Old Barn

Barnet Council’s Planning Committee last night (31 March) approved plans for a new community hub to be constructed in East Finchley.

Have your say on planning briefs

Residents still have a few days to contribute their views to three planning briefs that are designed to help shape any future development proposals at specific sites in the borough.