The count at the RAF Museum.
The count for the Local Government Elections in Barnet took place today (Friday) at the RAF Museum finishing at 8.40pm.
After more than 400 count staff worked through the day, the results have been declared with no one political party winning the overall majority of the council.
These local elections produced a record 312 candidates – compared to 207 in 2022 – standing for 63 seats across the borough’s 24 wards.
- Labour won 31 seats.
- The Conservatives won 31 seats.
- The Green Party won 1 seat.
The previous administration was made up of 40 Labour Councillors, 19 Conservatives, two Councillors that are not part of a Council Political Group, and two vacancies. The two Councillors that were not part of a Council Political Group represented Reform and the Green Party.
Barnet Council’s Returning Officer and Chief Executive, Cath Shaw, said: “Thank you to everyone who worked on these elections for all their hard work to run a smooth local election. I would like to congratulate all the successful candidates. We look forward to working with all our elected Members to deliver their aspirations for the borough and continuing to make Barnet a great place to live, work and study.”
Over the coming days, those elected will discuss how the Council will be governed. In the meantime, residents will continue to receive Council services as usual.
The formal position will be confirmed at the Council’s Annual Meeting on 19 May, where Councillors will appoint key roles and agree the administration arrangements.
The full results are available here: https://www.barnet.gov.uk/localelectionsresults