Corinna Demetriou

Strategic Planning Committee Secretary

Strategic Planning Committee - Wednesday 27th May, 2026 7.00 pm

Welsh Harp Joint Consultative Committee Secretary

Welsh Harp Joint Consultative Committee - Thursday, 26 March 2026 - 6.00 pm

The Welsh Harp Joint Consultative Committee met virtually on Thursday 26 March 2026 to discuss ongoing management plans for the Welsh Harp reservoir and surrounding areas. The meeting's agenda included updates from both the London Borough of Barnet and the London Borough of Brent on their respective management plans, as well as reports from the Canal & River Trust and the Brent Catchment Partnership.

Strategic Planning Committee Secretary

Strategic Planning Committee - Wednesday, 18 March 2026 - 7.00 pm

The Strategic Planning Committee of Barnet Council met on Wednesday 18 March 2026 to discuss a planning application for amendments to the Douglas Bader Park Estate in Colindale. The committee unanimously approved the application, which will lead to an increase in affordable housing and adjustments to building heights to comply with new fire safety regulations.

Safer Communities Partnership Board Secretary

Safer Communities Partnership Board - Friday 13th March, 2026 10.00 am

The Safer Communities Partnership Board meeting on Friday 13 March 2026, chaired by Councillor Sara Conway, focused on a comprehensive review of community safety initiatives and performance across Barnet. Key discussions included updates on crime statistics, the Modern Slavery Strategy, domestic abuse initiatives, and the Barnet Safeguarding Adults Board's draft strategic plan. Decisions were made to note the progress on these fronts and to continue collaborative efforts to enhance community safety.

Council Secretary

Budget Council, Council - Thursday 5th March, 2026 7.00 pm

The Council of Barnet met on Thursday 5th March 2026 to discuss and approve the budget for the upcoming financial year, alongside a review of council rents and service charges. Key decisions included the approval of a 2.98% increase in general council tax and a 2% increase for the Adult Social Care precept, alongside the adoption of the Medium Term Financial Strategy for 2026-2031. The council also agreed to extend the appointment of Eamon McGoldrick as Chair of the Barnet Group Board.