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Join the ‘Animal Agents’ this summer
Last updated: 4 February, 2019
This year’s Summer Reading Challenge, which is run in collaboration with the Reading Agency, encourages children aged from 4 to 11 to continue reading and developing their literacy skills over the summer holidays. The challenge, which runs from 15 July to 23 September, is themed around ‘Animal Agents’ and sees the Reading Agency team-up with bestselling children’s author and illustrator, Tony Ross. Children taking part can sign up and read whatever they choose - from stories and fact books, to poetry books, e-books or e-audiobooks.
North London Half Marathon returns to Barnet
Last updated: 19 November, 2018
Using the roads of Brent and Barnet will cause some changes to usual traffic routes for a limited period on the day of the race. In planning the event, every effort has been made to minimise the disruption caused. To find full race information, visit: www.northlondonhalf.com
Pupils celebrate A-level exam success
Last updated: 19 November, 2018
Barnet’s results remain high this year even with the introduction of new linear A-levels, and the borough’s schools continue to exceed the national averages. Results received so far in Barnet show 98.3% of A-level examinations were awarded an A* to E grade. This is above the national average of 97.9%. 83.2% achieved an A* to C (above the national average of 77.4%), 63.4% A* to B (above the national average of 53.1%) and 38.9% A* to A. The percentage awarded an A* to A is 12 percentage points higher than the national average (26.3%).
Latest update on Granville Road - Friday, 4 August
Last updated: 11 February, 2019
In response to this, we have written to the residents at Granville Road, to let them know that we are awaiting more detailed feedback on the technical tests. The safety and peace of mind of our residents is our priority, and there are already plans in place for the cladding to be removed. Preparatory works have begun on site and cladding removal will begin on August 14. In the meantime, we continue to have additional fire safety measures in place to reassure residents.
New Thameslink station to be named Brent Cross West
Last updated: 31 January, 2019
Following extensive work on behalf of the council and its partner, Argent Related, local residents and community groups were engaged with about options for naming the area. Councillors voted in favour of Brent Cross West as the name of the new Thameslink Station at Monday night’s Assets Regeneration and Growth Committee.
Views sought on 2017/18 budget
Last updated: 8 February, 2019
Following the Government’s Local Government Finance Settlement announcement on December 15, Barnet Council has updated its annual budget consultation to ask residents’ views on whether the council should use the additional flexibility provided to apply an increased social care precept to Council Tax bills in 2017/18.
Clampdown on Blue badge cheats
Last updated: 1 June, 2023
Officers carrying out spot checks across the Finchley Central and North Finchley areas on 23 August found 10 badges being misused by drivers to avoid parking restrictions, and were able to seize a total of eight permits, two of which were found to be stolen. The operation also involved police officers and parking enforcement officers. Motorists caught during the operation could now face prosecution. In the last three months, Barnet’s Corporate Anti-Fraud Team (CAFT) has brought more than 10 cases of blue badge fraud before the courts.
Key stage 2 results 2017
Last updated: 19 November, 2018
Annual performance statistics for 2017 show that Key Stage 2 pupils achieving the expected standard were again above the national average for reading, writing and maths combined. They were also above the national average for the separate subjects of reading, writing, GPS (grammar, punctuation and spelling), mathematics and science. All subjects saw improved results compared to 2016.
Older residents invited to celebrate Silver Sunday week
Last updated: 15 April, 2019
The wide variety of events include; Tai Chi in the park, social and informal IT sessions, tea dances, Bollywood dancing 50 + fitness and much more. Silver Sunday is a national annual event celebrated on or around 2 October; it is led by the charity, the Sir Simon Milton Foundation to combat loneliness and isolation. There are 472 events around the UK, with over 60 taking place in the borough, running from 1 October until 7 October. Cllr Sachin Rajput, Chairman of Barnet’s Adults and Safeguarding Committee, said:
Drop-in event: Brent Cross Thameslink
Last updated: 19 November, 2018
The Brent Cross Cricklewood development is Barnet Council’s most significant growth and regeneration programme. There will be an opportunity to hear about the scheme in more detail and to view the plans for the replacement waste transfer station and the modernised rail freight facility. It will be an open drop-in session between 4pm and 8.30pm with opportunities to hear a short presentation with more detail at 5pm and 7pm.