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44 stories from and about East Barnet, mostly local news, council & politics, property & planning. The most recent ran on 25 October 2026. Page 1 of 3.
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Local News · East BarnetBus driver criticises Mayor Khan's welfare pledges
A bus driver from East Barnet has stated that the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, is not acting decisively enough to improve working conditions for bus drivers. Mushin Manir believes the Mayor is hesitant to secure necessary funding for better facilities and working environments.
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Local News · East BarnetEast Barnet care home marks World Food Day with global cuisine
Hugh Myddelton House in East Barnet hosted a World Food Day event, showcasing a variety of international dishes prepared by residents and staff. The celebration aimed to foster togetherness and acknowledge cultural diversity within the care home community.
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Council & Politics · East BarnetLower Edmonton to receive £20m for neighbourhood improvements
The Lower Edmonton South Pride in Place Neighbourhood Board will allocate £20 million of government funding to local projects over the next ten years. The board, chaired by Vivienne Aiyela, will engage residents to shape investment priorities, with initial plans due in February.
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Council & Politics · East BarnetNew Towns Programme Faces Building Material and Workforce Shortages
A parliamentary committee has warned that building material shortages, workforce gaps, and utility capacity could limit the government's new towns programme. The House of Lords' built environment committee identified five key challenges, including those affecting a proposed 21,000-home development in Enfield.
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Transport & TfL · East BarnetStratford International rail stop plan nears completion
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has applied for a Business Rate Retention Zone in Stratford, aiming to establish a second London stop for international rail services. The move could bring an estimated £1.3bn in tourist spending to the UK.
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Local News · East BarnetEllenborough Table Tennis Club marks 90 years
Ellenborough Table Tennis Club, founded in 1936, is celebrating its 90th anniversary with a special event on Sunday, 1st November. The club, which has a strong base of older players, offers coaching sessions for beginners and returners.
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Local News · East BarnetArtist Mark Woods exhibits 'Urban Portraits' in Hampstead
Friern Barnet artist Mark Woods is exhibiting his collection 'Urban Portraits: Fragments of London' at Burgh House in Hampstead. The exhibition, running from 28th October to 15th November, features mixed media artworks capturing buildings on the cusp of change.
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Local News · East BarnetThames Water: 130 unfixed leaks in Enfield
An investigation by the Dispatch has uncovered 130 unfixed water leaks across Enfield, with some issues reported up to 18 months ago. Of these, 91 leaks have not been investigated or are still under review, raising concerns about the utility's response to infrastructure failures.
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Local News · East BarnetCCTV to tackle illegal parking outside East Barnet schools
CCTV cameras will be installed outside One Degree Academy and Wren Academy in East Barnet to address illegal parent parking. Enforcement firm PCM stated the cameras will support more consistent enforcement, issuing parking charge notices to drivers who breach restrictions.
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Local News · East BarnetEast Barnet man jets 7,000 miles for dementia charities
East Barnet resident Lee Robinson has completed a 7,000-mile jet ski journey around the UK coastline. The expedition raised more than £20,000 for the Alzheimer's Society and the MS Society, in memory of his mother, father-in-law, and a close friend.
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Local News · East BarnetEast Barnet Halloween Events Guide
Families in East Barnet can enjoy a variety of Halloween-themed events this October, from pumpkin trails and family fun days to haunted gardens and theatre shows. Activities are scheduled from October 26th to October 31st.
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Culture & Arts · East BarnetIncognito Theatre stages 'The Unfriend' satire in East Barnet
Incognito Theatre in East Barnet is presenting Stephen Moffat's satire 'The Unfriend', a play exploring social etiquette and its potentially fatal consequences. The production features Alan Crossan as Peter and Catherine Jansen-Ridings as the psychopathic Elsa Jane Krakowski, with set design by John Savage.
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Property & Planning · East BarnetShared ownership apartments launch in Enfield from £91,250
New shared ownership apartments have been released at Meridian Water in Enfield. A 25 per cent share of a one-bedroom property starts at £91,250, with the homes delivered by SO Resi as part of a large regeneration scheme.
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Local News · East BarnetEast Barnet Beavers: Colony Grows to Eleven
A beaver colony at Forty Hall Farm in East Barnet has grown to at least eleven individuals. The project, a collaboration between Enfield Council and Capel Manor College, aims to improve local biodiversity and manage flood risk.
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Local News · East BarnetEast Barnet beavers grow to 11 as scouts visit enclosure
The beaver family in north London has grown to at least 11 individuals, including new kits. The 4th Enfield Beaver Scouts recently visited the enclosure near Forty Hall, which is part of a wider landscape restoration programme.
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Local News · East BarnetMP urges Treasury to close house sale tax loophole
A tax loophole allowing the sale of multiple properties to be treated as one, potentially saving millions in tax, has drawn the attention of MPs. Labour MP Phil Brickell has urged the Treasury to close the loophole before the next budget.
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Local News · East BarnetTommy Avgoustidis wins player award after FA Cup goals
Enfield Town player Tommy Avgoustidis has received the latest player of the month award. He scored two goals in the FA Cup second qualifying round victory against Billericay, helping his team advance to the next stage of the competition.
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Local News · East BarnetEast Barnet: New board to spend £20m on Hertford Road Christmas lights
A newly formed neighbourhood board in East Barnet has allocated its first funds from a £20 million government programme towards new Christmas lights along Hertford Road. The initiative aims to boost local businesses and enhance the area over the next decade.
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Local News · East BarnetBarnet Deputy Mayor Attends Female Entrepreneurship Roundtable
Howard Dawber OBE, Barnet's deputy mayor for business and growth, attended a roundtable discussion in Southgate on Wednesday 23rd. The event focused on female entrepreneurship and the contributions of women-led businesses to the capital's economy.
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Local News · East BarnetLacey Turner recalls miscarriage on EastEnders set
Actress Lacey Turner, known for her role in EastEnders, has shared that she experienced two miscarriages before the birth of her children. One of these occurred while she was filming for the BBC soap. Turner is currently participating in Strictly Come Dancing.
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Also affecting East Barnet
Borough-wide and national stories that name East Barnet or bear directly on it.
WorldTfL under‑investment leaves commuters losing 830,000 hours in April‑May 2026
Transport for London faces a £6.5 billion backlog of unfinished repairs, with annual renewals spending at £700 million, well under the £1.1‑£1.2 billion needed. The shortfall contributed to 830,000 commuter‑hour losses in April‑May 2026 and more than 300 asset‑related incidents in the last four years.
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Property & Planning · New BarnetBarnet Council launches estate agency to tackle empty homes
Barnet Council has opened a new estate agency, Bumblebee Property, in New Barnet. The service aims to bring long-term empty homes back into use by offering landlords grants of up to £40,000 if they let their properties through Bumblebee for five years.
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WorldHome Office data show hate crimes rise 7% to 146,825 in year to March 2026
Police‑recorded hate crimes in England and Wales increased by 7% to 146,825 in the year to March 2026. Anti‑Muslim offences jumped 15% while antisemitic hate crime remains at an unacceptably high level, according to the Home Office, the British Muslim Trust and the Community Security Trust.
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Council & Politics · BarnetBarnet depot workers reject 18‑month backpay offer, council faces strike
Barnet Council’s second offer of 18 months’ backpay for depot staff was turned down in a September ballot with more than 90% turnout. Unison says the council must improve the offer by 9 October or risk a strike ballot in November and possible action in December.
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Local News · New BarnetNew Barnet pub nominated as Asset of Community Value
Former customers have nominated the Builders Arms pub in New Barnet for Asset of Community Value status. The pub is currently for sale for £595,000, and the nomination aims to provide protection to allow time for a new owner to come forward. Barnet Council will now consider the application.
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Local News · New BarnetRailway Bell pub in New Barnet earns five‑star hygiene rating
The Railway Bell on East Barnet Road has been given a five‑star hygiene rating by Barnet Council inspectors. The rating appears on Scores On The Doors, and manager Stephanie Evans praised staff effort. The rating informs customers about food safety standards at the pub.
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Business · FinchleyDurum Restaurant in Finchley fined for underpaying five workers £977.92
Durum Ocakbasi Limited, trading as Durum Restaurant on Ballards Lane, Finchley, failed to pay five employees the legal minimum wage. The government named the business in a 3 September enforcement round that returned £4m to underpaid workers nationwide.
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Barnet GP Surgeries Face Pressure from New Housing
New housing developments in High Barnet and New Barnet are set to increase the local population by over 2,000. However, campaigners state that assurances from developers about GP capacity have been misleading, with plans to expand East Barnet Health Centre appearing to be shelved.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet Vale gardens left dry as council repairs stall
Residents on a guided walk through Barnet Vale’s public gardens learned the water feature at Highlands Gardens has been out of service for months. The 1931 park, once part of the Lyonsdown Estate, sits alongside Greenhill Gardens and a community garden at St John’s URC.
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Culture & Arts · BarnetThings to do in Barnet: parks, markets, museums and days out
A guide to what there is to do across Barnet — the parks worth the trip, the borough’s museums and historic sites, its markets, and where to go when the weather turns.
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WorldNew Padel Courts Approved for East Barnet
Enfield Council has approved plans for its first council-owned padel courts at Southbury Leisure Centre. The development includes three courts, a canopy, and floodlights, with construction expected to start soon.
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Property & PlanningEast Barnet Pub Approved as HMO Despite Backdating
Enfield Council has granted part retrospective planning permission for the former Station Tavern pub in East Barnet to be used as a house in multiple occupation (HMO). The approval backdates permission to April this year, despite evidence suggesting prior use.
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World · Chipping BarnetBarnet Families Benefit from Summer Savings Schemes
Families in Barnet can take advantage of the Great British Summer Savings scheme, offering reduced VAT on children's meals and attractions. Additionally, children travel free on local buses throughout August, with several local festivals and events scheduled.
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