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Council & Politics · BarnetBarnet Council Objects to Khan's Green Belt Housing Plans
Barnet Council has formally expressed significant concerns regarding London Mayor Sadiq Khan's proposed London Plan, particularly its reliance on releasing Green Belt land for housing. The borough faces a target of building nearly 33,000 homes, with 7,000 earmarked for protected green spaces.
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Council & Politics · BarnetBarnet Council objects to Mayor's London Plan
Barnet Council has formally responded to the Mayor of London's draft London Plan, raising significant concerns about housing targets and Green Belt policies. The council argues the plan requires further refinement in its evidence base. The response was agreed by the council's cabinet and will be sent to the Greater London Authority by Friday, 23rd.
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WorldLondon Assembly Pushes for TfL Control of Great Northern Rail
The London Assembly's Transport committee is advocating for Transport for London to assume control of Great Northern rail services operating out of Moorgate. This move aims to enhance train reliability and frequency, with the deputy mayor for Transport acknowledging the potential benefits of devolution for Londoners' control over raised funds.
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Barnet faces 16 new Gypsy and Traveller pitches target
Barnet Council is set to be allocated a target of 16 new Gypsy and Traveller pitches by 2036/37 under the draft London Plan. The plan proposes varying targets across London boroughs, with Havering expected to deliver the most pitches.
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Barnet faces 7,000 Green Belt homes under Mayor’s London Plan
Barnet Council has formally objected to the Mayor of London’s draft plan that proposes 7,000 new homes on the borough’s Green Belt. The consultation closes on 15 October 2026, with at least half of all new homes required to be affordable.
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Property & Planning · BarnetWhen the Mayor overrules Barnet: how a call-in actually works
How the Mayor of London can overturn or take over a Barnet planning decision, the three tests that have to be met, the 14-day window at Stage 2, and why you have to object twice if you want City Hall to read it.
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