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August 2023

Investing in Barnsley’s future - a message from Cllr Sir Steve Houghton CBE, Leader of Barnsley Council
The recent media articles on The Glass Works investment should surprise no one. Developers making capital contributions to tenant fit-out costs are not ‘sweeteners’, brown envelopes or backhanders. They’re standard…
Are you a landlord? Come along and find out about Barnsley RentSmart
We’ve launched Barnsley RentSmart, our new scheme supporting landlords and tenants, and are inviting Barnsley landlords to come along to one of our drop-in sessions to find out more. Barnsley…
Fun, foam and families made our pilot Family Hub launch a great success
The sound of laughing children, music and families making new friends could be heard at Kendray and Worsbrough Family Centre, as we celebrated the launch of our exciting new pilot…
Yorkshire artisan gift shop to open in Barnsley town centre this week
Made and Found Yorkshire, a collective gift shop that proudly showcases over 25 Yorkshire artisan sellers, is set to open in The Glass Works on Friday. After starting out in…
Every school day counts - parents face fines and costs for children failing to regularly attend
We’re taking a proactive stance on the importance of regular school attendance, with a recent court hearing resulting in 29 parents facing fines and costs totalling almost £9,000 for allowing…
New and updated supplementary planning documents adopted following consultations
The updated Design of Housing Development Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) and new Sustainable Construction and Climate Change Adaptation SPD were adopted on Thursday 27 July 2023 following periods of consultation.…
Worsbrough Mill and Country Park reservoir improvement work is well underway
Essential improvement works are taking place to the reservoir in Worsbrough Mill Country Park which includes repairs to the north and south banks of the reservoir, focusing on preserving the…
Congratulations to our GCSE pupils
We’re congratulating our GCSE pupils on their exam results, as we see more of our young people leaving school with five GCSEs of Grade 4 and above, including maths and…
Improving and investing in Barnsley’s roads - Town Centre to Barnsley Hospital
As part of our accelerated Highways Capital Programme, we’re continuing to improve and invest in our roads to make sure they’re in the best condition they can be ahead of…
Special event with artist and author James Brunt hosted at Cannon Hall Museum, Park and Gardens
Cannon Hall Museum, Park, and Gardens are hosting a special event with artist and author James Brunt on Saturday, 26 August. James will be at the well-loved visitor attraction to…
Investing in Keresforth Hill and Hall Road
As part of our Accelerated Highways Capital programme, we’re continuing to improve and invest in our roads to make sure they’re in the best condition they can be ahead of…
Future Artists Celebrated at the Cooper Gallery
As part of the Cooper Gallery’s latest exhibition, Light and Soul, Early Impressions of the French Landscape, a competition was launched to inspire and encourage young emerging talent. Barnsley Museums,…
The stories of Eldon Street shared at a unique event in the Parkway Cinema
Tickets are now available for a unique event that explores the fascinating stories of Eldon Street in a whole new way. On Thursday, 14 September the Parkway Cinema will host…
Barnsley students celebrate A-level results day
Students across Barnsley received their A-level results day today (Thursday). Due to the Covid pandemic, this year was the first time that most students will have sat an exam; their…
Cabinet agrees new approach for The Seam – Barnsley’s Digital Campus
A new plan for The Seam digital campus is being drawn up to better suit the funding available and meet the changing needs of town centres. Initial plans presented to…
Celebrating Worsbrough’s rich industrial heritage
Worsbrough Local History Days are taking place next month, showcasing displays and exhibits from different partners and groups, all coming under the theme ‘Working Worsbrough – Women in Industry’. Held…
Cabinet reviews the great work happening to keep our adults and children safe
Cabinet members have approved the latest annual reports of our Safeguarding Adults Board and Safeguarding Children’s Partnership. Both reports show how we’ve worked together with the public and our partners…
Exciting news for families in Barnsley - join us for a fun-filled day at the launch of our new Family Hubs approach!
We've got something amazing coming that you won't want to miss. Mark your calendars for Thursday 31 August - that's the day we're hosting the launch of our pilot family…
Wombwell High Street improvements complete
Works to improve the layout and accessibility of Wombwell High Street have been completed as part of our Principal Towns and Local Centres programme. Our Principal Towns and Local Village…
Help shape our Family Hubs and Start for Life offer by sharing your views
A new consultation on the proposals for our Barnsley Family Hubs and Start for Life offer is now open. In February 2023, the government formally announced that Barnsley was one…
Hickleton Main Bowling Club in Thurnscoe Welcomes Families for Fun-filled Bowling Sessions
Hickleton Main Bowling Club is delighted to extend an open invitation to all families eager to experience the joy of bowling. As part of their family-friendly initiative and funded by…
Have your say on our refreshed post-16 offer for young people with Education, Health and Care Plans
We’ve been working to refresh Barnsley’s post-16 offer for young people with SEND. We now want to hear what young people with SEND, their families and carers think of our…
Less than a month to enter South Yorkshire’s prestigious art competition
Artists have less than a month to enter Cooper Prize 2023, the most prestigious art competition in South Yorkshire. The last date for artists to apply is Tuesday, 29 August.…
New audio guide for Cooper Gallery exhibition
A free audio described guide to accompany the Cooper Gallery’s Light and Soul exhibition is now available. The gallery has worked with VocalEyes to create the guide which can be…
Sporting fans had a ball at Experience Barnsley for Reds Day
Visitors to Barnsley Museums had a ball at their Reds Day on Tuesday, 8 July. Part of their action-packed summer holiday programme it was a free day of family fun…
Barnsley mother's custodial sentence for child's non-attendance at school
A Barnsley mother who failed to regularly send her child to school faces a suspended custodial sentence, following an appearance at Barnsley Magistrates Court on Tuesday, 1 August. The mother,…
Barnsley FC home matchday closures confirmed for start of 2023-24 season
Football supporters attending Barnsley FC matches and those using the town centre are reminded that the pre-existing arrangements for the temporary bridge will remain in place on home match days…
Barnsley Museums fly the flag with two prestigious awards
Worsbrough Mill Country Park and Cannon Hall Museum Park and Gardens have retained the prestigious Green Flag award. The award is the international quality mark for parks and green spaces.…
Barnsley's first Carers Roadshow proves a hit with our caring communities
In June, we hosted Barnsley’s first Carers Roadshow, helping people caring for loved ones in our communities get the support they need. Organised by Barnsley Healthcare Federation and Barnsley Council,…

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