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Barnet population increased by 35,000, latest Census data reveals
Barnet’s population is the second largest of London’s borough’s, with Croydon recording the highest number of residents.
The Census data shows the population is split into 188,400 (48.4%) males and 200,900 (51.6%) females.
Barnet marks Armed Forces Day in partnership with RAF Museum
The London Borough of Barnet has marked Armed Forces Day (25 June) with a parade and flag raising ceremony in partnership with the RAF Museum, to pay tribute to the Armed Forces, Cadets Services, veterans, and their families in the borough.
Barnet residents to pledge one sustainable lifestyle change for week of climate action
The pledges can be simple and small changes that will help them towards the national and local ‘net zero’ target of sustainable living.
Barnet Council’s employees have already started making their pledges, which include:
Barnet celebrates £6.2m investment of Colindale parks, with fun day for all
The event, which takes place on Saturday 25 June, will include inflatables, music, food, sports demonstrations, competitions, giveaways and much more. It will run from 12noon-4pm across all three of the popular parks.
Councillor Alan Schneiderman, Chair of the Environment and Climate Change Committee, said: “We can’t wait to welcome everyone to this fun-packed and exciting event. There will be something for everyone to enjoy – whether you’re bringing the family, coming with your friends, or just strolling through.
Barnet Council lights up Hendon Town Hall in memory of those who died in the Grenfell tragedy
Barnet council is to light up Hendon Town Hall tonight (Monday 13 June) and tomorrow night to honour the memory of those who died in the Grenfell Tower tragedy five years ago.
On June 14 in 2017, a fire swept through a 24-storey block of flats in North Kensington and killed 72 people.
To mark five years since the tragedy, Barnet joined authorities all over the capital, in lighting up green for Grenfell.
Barnet Youth Offending Service doing ‘Good’ work with local children
Barnet Youth Offending Service (YOS) has received an overall rating of ‘Good’ following an inspection by Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Probation (HMIP).
Inspectors were pleased with the way Barnet YOS was organised, citing high-quality work in safeguarding, governance arrangements and work with their partners. The inspection also found the service has in-house speech and language therapy and a psychologist.
Barnet celebrates Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
Barnet is celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with a record-breaking 130+ street parties, fairs, big lunches and family-friendly activities for everyone to join.
One of the main events is the Golders Hill Fun Day which takes place on Thursday 2 June, from 2pm to 10pm.
It will include the ceremonial lighting of the beacon, live music performances throughout the day, a range of food and drinks stalls and will finish with a silent fireworks display.
Barnet Council launches specialised support events for Ukrainians
Barnet Council launched a successful information event for recently arrived Ukrainians last Thursday (19 May) at Barnet and Southgate College in Colindale.
The event, translated live in Ukrainian, informed over 60 attendees about opportunities to work, learn English, access healthcare and a range of local services. Sponsorship has been provided by Cadent Gas and Hill Group to purchase and provide laptops to help access employment and education opportunities more easily.