Councillors have approved Barnet Council’s targets to be carbon net zero as an organisation by 2030 and for Barnet as a place to be net zero as soon as possible after that – and by 2050 at the latest.

The new memorial woodland – planted ahead of the current National Tree Week – also honours those who have been affected by the loss or sickness of a loved one. It can be found across three separate areas in the Mill Hill Park extension just off Flower Lane.

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Organised by parish member, Emmanuel Hammond, the concert brings together performers from different faiths and backgrounds to promote unity in the community. It is the first of three planned events to raise funds for the Royal Free charity to say thank you to Barnet’s NHS staff for their outstanding support to the community during the pandemic.

The initiative by Barnet Council will apply to all of its car parks and pay-to-park bays but does not cover permit bays or private car parks. Valid permits will still be required at these locations.

The framework for the council’s Sustainability Strategy has been published today (Wednesday 1 December). The plan includes targets for Barnet to be net zero as an organisation by 2030, and as a borough as soon as possible after that - and by 2050 at the latest.

Leader of Barnet Council, Cllr Dan Thomas, said: “It is imperative that we set bold sustainability targets and take action to ensure we meet them while also building a thriving borough for the future, which supports our environment, our residents, and our economy.

Barnet has more high streets and town centres than any other London borough, with more than 23,000 businesses, the majority being micro-businesses operating with a few employees. Purchasing locally really can make a difference to small business owners. By helping them you are not only saving local jobs but also supporting your community.  Our high streets can only thrive if we continue to support their diversity and help businesses grow.

The sapling was presented to her by Her Majesty the Queen’s representative, Sir Kenneth Olisa OBE, Lord Lieutenant of Greater London, in a special ceremony on Wednesday 17 November. She joined her fellow Mayors from all the capital’s 32 boroughs, who each received a sapling in Hyde Park as part of the Queen’s Green Canopy initiative.