Tony Vourou

Licensing Sub-Committee - Thursday 12th March, 2026 10.30 am

The Licensing Sub-Committee of Barnet Council met on Thursday 12 March 2026 and resolved to revoke the premises licence for Snack Buzz & Off Licence. This decision followed a review of the licence due to concerns over the sale of smuggled goods and breaches of licensing conditions.

Children and Education Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee - Thursday 12th March, 2026 7.00 pm

The Children and Education Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee meeting on 12 March 2026 discussed a range of critical issues affecting children and young people in Barnet, with a particular focus on educational standards, childcare sufficiency, and the support provided to vulnerable groups. The committee received a report on educational standards in Barnet, noting that all schools are rated as 'expected standard' or better by Ofsted. Discussions also covered ongoing efforts to address disparities in attainment for Black pupils, particularly Black Caribbean and mixed White and Black Caribbean pupils, with research projects, school visits, and a forthcoming conference planned.

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

The Barnet Council meeting held on Thursday 5 March 2026 discussed and approved the Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) for 2026-2031 and the budget for 2026/27. This includes a 2.98% increase in the general element of Council Tax and a 2% increase in the Social Care Precept. The MTFS forecasts a budget gap of £79.3 million for 2026/27, projected to rise to £244 million by 2031. To address this, the council has applied for Exceptional Financial Support (EFS) from the government, which would allow it to borrow up to £79.6 million to cover revenue expenditure in the short term. Savings and income generation proposals amounting to £9.4 million have been identified for 2026/27.

Cabinet - Tuesday, 24 February 2026 - 6.30 pm

The Cabinet of Barnet Council met on Tuesday 24 February 2026, discussing a range of significant issues including the disposal of council land, the annual budget, and the future of fostering services. Key decisions included the approval of the dissolution of Places for Barnet LLP and the disposal of land at Park House and Avion Crescent, subject to securing appropriate GLA grant funding, approval of the final business case, and further due diligence. Cabinet recommended the approval of the 2026/27 budget and Medium Term Financial Strategy to the full Council.

Licensing Sub-Committee - Thursday 19th February, 2026 10.30 am

The Licensing Sub-Committee of Barnet Council met on Thursday 19 February 2026 to consider an application for an Adult Gaming Centre Premises Licence. The application for Future Leisure Limited at 17 Varley Parade, The Hyde, London, NW9 6RR was granted, with a range of mandatory and agreed conditions imposed.