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Cycling and walking to school
Last updated: 6 March, 2023
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.
Emergency grab bag
Last updated: 1 February, 2019
If you had to leave your home in a hurry, due to an emergency like a flood or fire, then a grab bag could be useful. Listed below are items which you may wish to include in your emergency grab bag. The list isn't exhaustive but consider the size and weight of your bag if you have to evacuate your home. The bag should be easily accessible and its location is known by all of the occupants.
West Hendon
Last updated: 4 March, 2020
About West Hendon The regeneration of the West Hendon estate, in the south-west of the borough, aims to c
Brent Cross Thameslink
Last updated: 4 December, 2023
February 2020 You can download a detailed construction schedule for the next three months below:
Hendon Coat of Arms
Last updated: 19 November, 2018
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.
NHS Health Checks
Last updated: 15 September, 2023
Tips for safe driving in Barnet
Last updated: 12 February, 2019
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:
Design your own t-shirt or tote bag
Last updated: 21 November, 2019
Notice of Audit of Accounts
Last updated: 2 October, 2023
Notice of Delay of Publication of Accounts 2022 to 23
Nether Street and West Finchley (Finchley N3)
Last updated: 19 November, 2018
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.