Councillor · Barnet
Councillor David Longstaff
- Vice-Chair, Children and Education Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee
- Stories naming David
- 7
- Meetings we covered
- 15
- Latest story
- 21 Oct 2026
In brief
Councillor David Longstaff highlighted the positive performance of the Barnet Youth Justice Plan, stating that prevention is key. He seconded the nomination of Councillor Zara Begg for Mayor, emphasizing her skill in connecting with residents. Councillor Longstaff questioned the robustness of figures regarding young carers and proposed an amendment to a motion on roads and pavements investment that was lost. He raised concerns about noise impact on Ravenscroft Cottages and Northway Primary School regarding a Barnet FC stadium plan. Councillor Longstaff introduced a motion on caring for residents in care homes and sheltered accommodation, stating the council was not honouring agreed funding rates. He attended a Schools Forum meeting.
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Stories naming Councillor David Longstaff
- Barnet Youth Justice Plan shows strong results Councillor David Longstaff highlighted the positive performance across all indicators, stating, "Prevention is the key." He noted the reduction in first-time entrants to the youth justice system, a key performance indicator for the plan, and praised the effective interventions made by social workers and multi-agency...
- Zara Begg Elected Mayor of Barnet for 2026-27 Councillor Begg was nominated by Councillor Phil Cohen, who highlighted her proven ability to "work well with the voluntary sector and bring together different communities and support our boroughs...
- Thousands of young carers in Barnet remain unidentified despite improved identification efforts The figures are estimates based on national trends and youth surveys, acknowledging the hidden nature of this group and the difficulties in obtaining precise data. Councillor David Longstaff...
- Barnet Council Approves £97 Million Investment for Roads and Pavements The motion, moved by Councillor Alan Schneiderman, Cabinet Member for Environment and Climate Change, was carried by the Council, with an opposition amendment proposed by Councillor David Longstaff...
- Barnet FC Stadium Plan Rejected Over Green Belt Concerns Councillor David Longstaff raised concerns about noise, particularly the impact on Ravenscroft Cottages and Northway Primary School, a specialist school for children with complex needs. He asked...
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