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Barnet Council

126 stories · discussed at 12 council meetings · 4 councils

Barnet Council is addressing a significant budget deficit and making key planning decisions.

Barnet Council is currently addressing a projected budget deficit of £198 million by 2029/30, with a £113.5 million shortfall anticipated for 2027/28. The council's Cabinet discussed a financial sustainability plan in October 2026, which aims to balance the budget by March 2029. The council also forecasts a £2.6 million overspend for the first quarter of 2026-27, indicating a need for Exceptional Financial Support from the government in 2027-28.

In October 2026, the Planning Committee approved plans for six flats and a house at View Lodge, but deferred a Section 106 agreement for the High Barnet Station redevelopment. The committee also refused an adult gaming centre application due to public health concerns, despite officer recommendations. Separately, the Children and Education Overview and Scrutiny Sub-Committee reviewed a rise in Family Services complaints in October 2026.

Works to address £770,136 in fire safety defects at the Colindale Office are anticipated to begin in November 2026. The council's Cabinet also agreed in September 2026 to review its parklet licensing scheme, with a current licence expiring in January 2027. These developments occur as the council faces an increase in strategic risks, with financial sustainability identified as the highest-scoring risk in September 2026.

Key facts

  1. Barnet Council faces a projected budget deficit of £198 million by 2029/30. Source 1 Source 2
  2. In October 2026, Barnet Council's Planning Committee approved plans for six flats and one house at View Lodge. Source
  3. In October 2026, the Planning Committee deferred a Section 106 agreement for the High Barnet Station redevelopment. Source
  4. Barnet Council forecasts a £2.6 million overspend for the first quarter of the 2026-27 financial year. Source
  5. Works to address £770,136 in fire safety defects at the Colindale Office are anticipated to commence in November 2026. Source
About this summary

This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 15 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.

Stories, page 15

  1. Golders Manor Drive Extension Plan Called In By Councillor A proposal to extend properties at 38 and 40 Golders Manor Drive has been refused by Barnet Council's Planning Committee, following a call-in by Councillor Peter Zinkin. Barnet 23 July 2025
  2. Hillside Gardens Roof Extension Plan Called In By Councillor A proposal to extend a roof at 16 Hillside Gardens has been refused by Barnet Council's Planning Committee, despite a local councillor's call-in. Councillor Shuey Gordon had... Barnet 23 July 2025
  3. Barnet FC Stadium Plan Rejected Over Green Belt Concerns Plans for a new Barnet FC stadium at Barnet Playing Fields have been rejected by Barnet Council's Strategic Planning Committee, citing concerns over harm to the green belt and... Barnet 20 July 2025
  4. Mill Hill Car Park to Become 130 New Homes A former car park in Mill Hill will be transformed into 130 new homes after Barnet Council's Strategic Planning Committee approved the application. The development, located at... Barnet 20 July 2025
  5. Barnet Council Considers Compulsory Purchase for Curry Rise and Bray Road Housing Estate Barnet Council is considering the use of compulsory purchase orders (CPO) for the Curry Rise and Bray Road Housing Estate in NW7, according to the Cabinet Forward Plan. The... Barnet 17 July 2025
  6. Barnet Council to Review Capita Contract Barnet Council is undertaking a review of its contract with Capita, a major outsourcing company, to assess the effectiveness and value for money of the services provided. The... Barnet 17 July 2025
  7. Barnet Council to discuss Allotment Governance Barnet Council's Overview and Scrutiny Committee convened on Wednesday, 16 July 2025, to address critical aspects of allotment management and governance within the borough. Barnet 17 July 2025
  8. Barnet Council to Consider Selling Church Farmhouse Museum Barnet Council is considering the proposed sale of the Church Farmhouse Museum, according to the Cabinet Forward Plan. The potential sale is one of many key decisions the... Barnet 17 July 2025