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Finchley Lido Swimming Pool temporary closure – update
Last updated: 2 September, 2019
Barnet Council and GLL would like to apologise to customers for the extended closure of the pools at Finchley Lido Leisure Centre. In the interest of customer safety, the council made the decision to close public access to the pool in March 2019 to complete essential roof repairs, which were identified as part of a condition survey.
Well done to Wesley, our high-achieving Apprentice!
Last updated: 29 October, 2020
The event, which is sponsored by Oracle, recognises the outstanding contribution and impact apprentices make across London local government.
Activities Matter - helping our care providers keep residents active
Last updated: 20 September, 2019
The Worshipful Mayor of Barnet, Councillor Caroline Stock, attended the event on Tuesday 3 September, which was at Middlesex University. See her have a go on the Motiview exercise bike, where residents can cycle – digitally – to wherever they’d like to go. Mohammed Facey, aged 82, who also tried it out on Tuesday, said: “I found the Motiview exercise bike easy to use. I’d like to use it again!”
Registering to vote
Last updated: 1 November, 2022
You only need to register once – you do not need to register separately for every election, but you must register again if you’ve changed address, name or nationality. If you aren't sure whether you are registered to vote and on the electoral register please email ero@barnet.gov.uk or phone 020 8359 5577
Please bear with while we work to resolve phone issues
Last updated: 19 August, 2020
The Customer Service helpline is receiving a high number of calls today and we are investigating any additional reasons for delays. We would ask that you please bear with us. Thanks for your patience and understanding.
New leisure centres open after council invests £44m
Last updated: 7 January, 2020
New Barnet Leisure Centre, in the heart of the local community within Victoria Recreation Ground will operate as a cashless facility and features a range of new modern innovations. Residents can now enjoy access to a learner pool, 25m six-lane community pool, café, health and fitness suite, two studios, two health improvement rooms, a partnership library, outdoor tennis courts, a multi-use games area, and a new and improved area for children and young people.
Oakleigh Road Depot – essential works to start in November
Last updated: 1 November, 2022
Detailed plans are still being finalised, but the works are expected to start in November, and are likely to last up to six months. The council’s primary focus is on delivering a solution that best enables it to run its street scene services with minimum disruption. The council is currently exploring a number of changes to operations, including weekend working.
Sex, relationships and disability – supporting Sexual Health Week
Last updated: 27 April, 2020
Central and North West London (CNWL) NHS Foundation Trust offers inclusive services for everyone across its sexual health clinics. This means:
Please bear with us as we work to resolve phone issues
Last updated: 17 September, 2019
We are currently investigating and would advise you to use our website for any transactions and information. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Could we help crowdfund your great idea?
Last updated: 17 September, 2019
This initiative gives residents with project ideas the ability to attract funding from the community, council, businesses and foundations through one portal. The partnership raised more than £500,000 for good causes during its first two years, with more than 1,000 people getting involved and pledging money.