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Barnet Libraries launch new ‘Select and Collect’ service

In line with government guidance Barnet’s libraries are working hard to gradually re-introduce library services over the coming weeks and months.

Remembering Srebrenica: Statement from the Worshipful Mayor of Barnet, Cllr Caroline Stock

The Worshipful Mayor of Barnet, Councillor Caroline Stock, has issued a statement to mark the 25th anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide.

Mobile COVID-19 testing unit returns to Barnet

The mobile COVID-19 testing unit returns to the London Borough of Barnet this coming week – at three separate locations.

National Bereaved Parents Day

We’re supporting National Bereaved Parents Day on Friday 3rd July, hosted by A Child of Mine charity, with the aim of raising awareness of all parents who have lost a child of any age, under any circumstance.

The Barnet Community Response Fund awards £50,000 to local organisations

Mobile COVID-19 testing unit returns

The mobile COVID-19 testing unit is back at Edgware Community Hospital today (Monday) and tomorrow (Tuesday).

Armed Forces Day 2020

Saturday 27 June will mark the culmination of the week leading up to Armed Forces Day 2020 as the country acknowledges the significant contribution made by those serving in the military.

Facebook Live Q&A with Barnet Fostering: Please join!

Please join us for Barnet Fostering’s first virtual information session, this Thursday 25 June, 6.30-7.15pm on Facebook Live. Jennifer will be talking to foster carer, Nicky, about all things fostering and taking your questions. We will discuss steps involved when fostering for Barnet, from point of enquiry to approval, including the fostering process, what foster carers do, why do children come into care and more.

National School Sport Week at Home: Ensure no child misses out

We’re taking part in National School Sport Week at Home (20 – 26 June) to celebrate the power of sport in bringing people together, even during isolation, and to highlight the importance of Physical Education in enhancing young people's wellbeing.

Crowdfund Barnet offers help during COVID-19 crisis

We have been inspired by the community response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, with so many people pulling together to help each other in these uncertain times.