https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/ Mon, 06 Apr 2026 08:27:54 GMT Barnsley Council Barnsley Council News List en Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:59:19 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-residents-urged-to-check-routine-vaccinations-following-meningococcal-cases-in-kent/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-residents-urged-to-check-routine-vaccinations-following-meningococcal-cases-in-kent/ General

Barnsley residents are being encouraged to check their routine vaccinations are up to date following the tragic death of two university students in Kent linked to meningococcal disease. The risk to... ]]> Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:17:32 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/latest-healthy-life-expectancy-data-sees-barnsley-taking-positive-steps-towards-healthier-outcomes-for-our-borough/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/latest-healthy-life-expectancy-data-sees-barnsley-taking-positive-steps-towards-healthier-outcomes-for-our-borough/ General

Recently published Office for National Statistics data has seen Barnsley’s average healthy life expectancy rise, indicating residents are starting to enjoy more years living in good health. Published annually, the average... ]]> Fri, 27 Mar 2026 17:04:07 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/first-projects-in-195m-pride-in-place-investment-for-barnsley-begin/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/first-projects-in-195m-pride-in-place-investment-for-barnsley-begin/ General

The first projects have started as part of the Pride in Place programme, which will bring £19.5 million of Government funding to Barnsley over the next ten years.   The first project focuses on additional investment in community... ]]> Fri, 27 Mar 2026 14:41:28 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-s-bid-to-be-town-of-culture-about-to-be-submitted-to-government/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-s-bid-to-be-town-of-culture-about-to-be-submitted-to-government/ General

Barnsley’s bid to be UK Town of Culture 2028 will begin next week when a formal Expression of Interest is submitted to the government.    It was announced four weeks ago that a group... ]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:48:06 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-celebrates-10-years-of-hedge-laying-volunteer-training/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-celebrates-10-years-of-hedge-laying-volunteer-training/ General

We are celebrating a decade of our successful hedge laying volunteer training programme, which has grown from just a handful of participants to one of the most sought-after courses of its kind in... ]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:27:47 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/dearne-playhouse-and-welfare-park-transformed-through-towns-fund-investment/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/dearne-playhouse-and-welfare-park-transformed-through-towns-fund-investment/ General

Major works have been carried out to deliver a thriving community and cultural hub at the Dearne Playhouse and Welfare Park in Goldthorpe. Funding from the Goldthorpe Town Deal, a £23.1... ]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:39:16 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/health-on-the-high-street-latest-services-prepare-to-move-into-alhambra/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/health-on-the-high-street-latest-services-prepare-to-move-into-alhambra/ General

Barnsley Hospital has unveiled the latest outpatient services to move into the Alhambra Shopping Centre’s health and wellbeing hub as part of the trailblazing ‘Health on the High Street’ initiative.  Dermatology, Rheumatology and... ]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:27:54 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-improvements-celebrate-pride-and-heritage-in-grimethorpe/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-improvements-celebrate-pride-and-heritage-in-grimethorpe/ General

Improvements at Millennium Park are helping celebrate Grimethorpe’s mining heritage while creating a welcoming and meaningful space for the local community, supported through Barnsley Council’s Love Where You Live programme.  At... ]]> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:29:36 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-s-park-upgrades-through-love-where-you-live-making-good-progress/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-s-park-upgrades-through-love-where-you-live-making-good-progress/ General

Work is well underway across all 21 wards in Barnsley to deliver improvements to our parks through Barnsley Council’s Love Where You Live programme.  This widespread package of works is helping to create cleaner, greener and more welcoming outdoor spaces for... ]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:24:45 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/double-tech-town-pilot-in-barnsley-to-support-healthcare-and-business-sectors/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/double-tech-town-pilot-in-barnsley-to-support-healthcare-and-business-sectors/ General

Faster care for patients, less admin for NHS staff and new AI skills for key industries as Barnsley Tech Town takes next big step. Hundreds of local businesses and residents in... ]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:47:06 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/refurbished-ymca-barnsley-building-to-continue-supporting-our-children-and-young-people/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/refurbished-ymca-barnsley-building-to-continue-supporting-our-children-and-young-people/ General

Recent refurbishment works on the YMCA premises will allow their legacy to continue and reinforces our commitment to improving the lives and futures of our children and young people through... ]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:31:34 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-helps-care-for-parks-across-the-dearne/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-helps-care-for-parks-across-the-dearne/ General

Parks and green spaces across the Dearne have new been updated thanks to works delivered through Barnsley Council’s Love Where You Live programme.  It’s forms part of the council’s £2.1 million borough-wide investment to improve parks... ]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:13:24 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/affordable-food-and-practical-skills-for-care-leavers-at-the-hubs-new-good-food-pantry/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/affordable-food-and-practical-skills-for-care-leavers-at-the-hubs-new-good-food-pantry/ General

Young people in Barnsley who have been in care will have access to affordable and sustainable food and practical skills through a new food pantry initiative. The Hub on Westgate, a... ]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:10:17 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/the-seam-digital-campus-to-become-an-innovation-district/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/the-seam-digital-campus-to-become-an-innovation-district/ General

Plans are underway to turn The Seam Digital Campus into an innovation district in a move to further bolster Barnsley's economy. Making The Seam an innovation district will bring together entrepreneurs,... ]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 12:57:37 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-improves-parks-in-barnsley-s-central-area-for-families-and-communities/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-improves-parks-in-barnsley-s-central-area-for-families-and-communities/ General

A range of updates has been delivered at parks and play areas across Central area communities through Barnsley Council’s Love Where You Live programme.  These works are helping to care for the... ]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 11:17:13 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/easter-gift-drive-for-our-looked-after-children-brings-eggcellent-results/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/easter-gift-drive-for-our-looked-after-children-brings-eggcellent-results/ General

Barnsley’s looked after children and care leavers will receive a variety of Easter gifts this year, thanks to the generosity of council staff, councillors, and partners including NHS and police... ]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:30:45 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-continues-park-investment-across-south-of-barnsley/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-continues-park-investment-across-south-of-barnsley/ General

Parks and play areas across Darfield, Hoyland Milton, Rockingham and Wombwell wards have benefitted from a programme of work delivered through Barnsley Council’s Love Where You Live programme.  This activity forms part of the council’s £2.1 million... ]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 10:27:53 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-funds-improvements-at-dearne-community-centre/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-funds-improvements-at-dearne-community-centre/ General

Work has now been completed at Prospect Road Community Centre in Bolton upon Dearne, with a series of exterior updates delivered through Barnsley Council’s Love Where You Live programme.  The project... ]]> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:54:50 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/boost-for-book-lovers-as-new-book-swap-box-is-funded-by-love-where-you-live/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/boost-for-book-lovers-as-new-book-swap-box-is-funded-by-love-where-you-live/ General

Book lovers can look forward to finding new favourite reads on their doorstep after a new book box was unveiled in Atherley South thanks to funding from Barnsley Council’s Love... ]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:46:33 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/work-nears-completion-on-landmark-new-41-million-football-facility-in-hoyland-common/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/work-nears-completion-on-landmark-new-41-million-football-facility-in-hoyland-common/ General

The finishing touches are being made to the new Forge Parkside Centre, a high-quality new sports facility in Hoyland Common, Barnsley.   The new £4.1 million Forge Parkside Centre represents a major investment in grassroots... ]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:08:22 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-brings-big-improvements-to-parks-across-north-east-of-barnsley/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-brings-big-improvements-to-parks-across-north-east-of-barnsley/ General

Enhancements have been delivered at parks and play areas across the North East area of Barnsley through Barnsley Council’s Love Where You Live programme, helping to keep local green spaces welcoming places... ]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:37:42 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-celebrates-improvements-in-latest-performance-report/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-celebrates-improvements-in-latest-performance-report/ General

Our latest Corporate Performance report highlights some fantastic outcomes between October and December 2025. The report, which will be discussed at Cabinet on Wednesday 1 April, shows positive momentum across... ]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:32:59 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-micard-success-is-backed-by-early-data-national-recognition-and-young-people-s-voices/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-micard-success-is-backed-by-early-data-national-recognition-and-young-people-s-voices/ General

Comprehensive insights from a new data-driven reporting are starting to capture the real positive impact Barnsley MiCard is having on our children, young people and families across the borough. Backed... ]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 14:40:29 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/cabinet-to-discuss-plans-to-update-barnsley-s-vehicle-fleet/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/cabinet-to-discuss-plans-to-update-barnsley-s-vehicle-fleet/ General

On 1 April, Cabinet members will discuss proposals for a Vehicle Replacement Programme designed to modernise Barnsley Council’s fleet of vehicles, improve service resilience, and deliver long‑term financial and environmental benefits. These vehicles are used every day... ]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 13:26:44 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/four-year-plan-to-improve-stability-for-barnsley-s-children-in-care/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/four-year-plan-to-improve-stability-for-barnsley-s-children-in-care/ General

Our Cabinet Members will be asked to approve a new four‑year Children in Care Sufficiency Strategy at their next meeting on Wednesday 1 April. The council has a statutory duty under... ]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:46:59 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/great-childhoods-ambition-celebrating-one-year-of-supporting-barnsley-s-children-and-young-people/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/great-childhoods-ambition-celebrating-one-year-of-supporting-barnsley-s-children-and-young-people/ General

We’re celebrating one year of our Great Childhoods Ambition, a programme that’s improving the lives and futures of our children and young people. Over the past 12 months, the programme has... ]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 11:45:54 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/fifth-generation-family-business-invests-in-green-technology-for-future-thanks-to-low-carbon-grant/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/fifth-generation-family-business-invests-in-green-technology-for-future-thanks-to-low-carbon-grant/ General

A South Yorkshire rural business has invested in a green technology uplift, with the support of a government-funded carbon reduction grant. Argo Feeds, based in Penistone, has replaced two of its... ]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:28:47 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-supports-improvements-at-much-loved-thurnscoe-community-theatre/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-supports-improvements-at-much-loved-thurnscoe-community-theatre/ General

A community theatre in Thurnscoe has benefitted from improvement works through Barnsley Council’s Love Where You Live programme.    A new metal door will be installed at the venue, replacing the existing wooden one. This upgrade... ]]> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:41:52 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/royston-park-set-for-boost-with-new-orchard-and-skate-park-improvements-thanks-to-love-where-you-live-programme/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/royston-park-set-for-boost-with-new-orchard-and-skate-park-improvements-thanks-to-love-where-you-live-programme/ General

Improvements at Royston Park are now underway as part of Love Where You Live, following agreement by the Royston Ward Alliance to invest in projects that celebrate the area’s heritage... ]]> Mon, 23 Mar 2026 20:45:14 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/yorkshire-roses-light-up-barnsley-s-skyline-as-the-seam-digital-campus-opens/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/yorkshire-roses-light-up-barnsley-s-skyline-as-the-seam-digital-campus-opens/ General

It was a spectacular night of celebration in Barnsley, the UK’s first government-backed Tech Town, as we opened phase one of The Seam Digital Campus on Monday 23 March.  Situated within the UK’s first Investment Zone, The... ]]> Mon, 23 Mar 2026 18:52:37 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-investment-to-improve-the-royston-canal-entrance/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-investment-to-improve-the-royston-canal-entrance/ General

Improvements are being made to the canal entrance on Midland Road in Royston as part of Barnsley Council’s Love Where You Live programme.  The project will include new seating on the... ]]> Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:17:40 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-brings-new-petanque-facility-to-ardsley-welfare-park/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-brings-new-petanque-facility-to-ardsley-welfare-park/ General

A new community pétanque terrain will transform an underused corner of Ardsley Welfare Park, creating a welcoming space for residents to be active, meet others and take pride in their local area.  Work... ]]> Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:10:55 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/first-family-hubs-big-barnsley-baby-shower-brought-families-together-to-celebrate-and-connect-with-support-services/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/first-family-hubs-big-barnsley-baby-shower-brought-families-together-to-celebrate-and-connect-with-support-services/ General

On Saturday 14 March, Family Hubs hosted their first Big Barnsley Baby Shower at The Metrodome, welcoming local families who were expecting a baby or had a baby under six... ]]> Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:19:56 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-libraries-looking-for-artists-and-writers-to-help-celebrate-the-national-year-of-reading/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-libraries-looking-for-artists-and-writers-to-help-celebrate-the-national-year-of-reading/ General

Writers, poets and artists with a connection to Barnsley or the surrounding area are invited to submit their idea for a series of creative projects designed to bring stories, creativity... ]]> Thu, 19 Mar 2026 09:45:39 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/local-shop-ordered-to-close-for-three-months-following-illegal-tobacco-offences/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/local-shop-ordered-to-close-for-three-months-following-illegal-tobacco-offences/ General

Our Trading Standards and Legal Services teams have successfully obtained a closure order against a local business to prevent anti-social behaviour after over 11,000 illegal cigarettes were found at the... ]]> Thu, 19 Mar 2026 09:15:31 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/new-community-led-library-opens-thanks-to-funding-from-barnsley-council-s-love-where-you-live/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/new-community-led-library-opens-thanks-to-funding-from-barnsley-council-s-love-where-you-live/ General

A new community‑led library space opened in Darton today, offering local people a warm, welcoming place to read, relax and connect with others.   Darton Community Volunteer Library is based at the... ]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:56:35 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/new-pharmacy-and-clinic-opens-in-barnsley-s-the-glass-works/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/new-pharmacy-and-clinic-opens-in-barnsley-s-the-glass-works/ General

Barnsley Pharmacy and Clinic, an independent NHS Community Pharmacy and Private Clinic, has opened in Barnsley’s The Glass Works. The popular local business, offering a range of pharmacy services, health advice... ]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:42:45 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-s-new-culture-strategy-sets-out-ambitious-ten-year-plan/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-s-new-culture-strategy-sets-out-ambitious-ten-year-plan/ General

Barnsley’s new Culture Strategy goes to Full Council for approval next Thursday 26 March. The ten-year strategy sets out, through six key objectives, how Barnsley will amplify existing cultural activities... ]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:42:00 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-brings-big-improvements-to-parks-across-north-of-barnsley/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-brings-big-improvements-to-parks-across-north-of-barnsley/ General

A series of improvements has been made to parks across the north of Barnsley through Barnsley Council’s Love Where You Live programme, helping to create cleaner, safer and more welcoming green spaces for everyone.  The work is part... ]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:20:42 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/plans-submitted-for-new-community-facility-at-rabbit-ings-in-royston/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/plans-submitted-for-new-community-facility-at-rabbit-ings-in-royston/ General

Barnsley Council has submitted plans for a new for a new multi-purpose facility at Rabbit Ings Country Park in Royston as part of our Principal Towns and Local Centres Programme.  If granted planning approval,... ]]> Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:10:53 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-continues-to-invest-in-children-and-young-people-as-new-youth-activity-park-opens/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-continues-to-invest-in-children-and-young-people-as-new-youth-activity-park-opens/ General

Barnsley's children and young people have a new and exciting space to enjoy following the opening of the Youth Activity Park earlier today.   Situated next to the Base71 Youth Zone... ]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:42:26 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/great-british-spring-clean-returns/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/great-british-spring-clean-returns/ General

The Great British Spring Clean returns for 2026 with our Neighbourhoods teams, Love Where You Live teams and volunteers coming together to take part in events across Barnsley.   From Friday 13 March to Sunday 29 March, the national initiative hosted by Keep... ]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 09:11:39 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/new-junior-fun-run-promises-an-unforgettable-summer-event/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/new-junior-fun-run-promises-an-unforgettable-summer-event/ General

We’re excited to announce the launch of our brand-new, free Barnsley Junior Fun Run, taking place on Sunday 28 June 2026 and open to young people aged 8 to 14. Families... ]]> Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:10:26 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-s-young-people-show-politics-matters-to-them-as-over-10-000-vote-in-youth-council-elections/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-s-young-people-show-politics-matters-to-them-as-over-10-000-vote-in-youth-council-elections/ General

The votes are in, and once again it’s an excellent turn out at the polls as we’re proud to announce that a total of 10,015 young people took part in... ]]> Fri, 13 Mar 2026 15:02:47 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/final-design-revealed-for-stairfoot-improvement-scheme/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/final-design-revealed-for-stairfoot-improvement-scheme/ General

We have now published the final design for the A635/A633 Stairfoot Improvement Scheme, shaped by the feedback you shared during the 2024 public consultation. The updated plans are now available to... ]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:22:34 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/cultural-sector-unites-as-barnsley-bids-to-be-uk-town-of-culture-2028/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/cultural-sector-unites-as-barnsley-bids-to-be-uk-town-of-culture-2028/ General

Dozens of cultural organisations and creative individuals are backing Barnsley’s bid to become UK Town of Culture 2028.   It was announced two weeks ago that a group of organisations are working together on a bid... ]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 10:30:16 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/prosecutions-see-business-owners-pay-for-food-safety-and-illegal-tobacco-offences/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/prosecutions-see-business-owners-pay-for-food-safety-and-illegal-tobacco-offences/ General

Two local business owners were successfully prosecuted last Thursday (5 March) at Barnsley Magistrates’ Court for selling potentially harmful products and putting people’s safety at risk. Arman Imami, the owner of... ]]> Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:28:17 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/operation-duxford-delivers-strong-results-in-barnsley/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/operation-duxford-delivers-strong-results-in-barnsley/ General

Barnsley Council has worked alongside South Yorkshire Police, Berneslai Homes and local partners as part of Operation Duxford, a coordinated day of action focused on keeping communities safe and responding... ]]> Wed, 11 Mar 2026 13:56:34 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/joining-forces-team-expanding-to-increase-capacity-and-responsiveness-to-anti-social-behaviour/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/joining-forces-team-expanding-to-increase-capacity-and-responsiveness-to-anti-social-behaviour/ General

Barnsley Council has strengthened its response to anti-social behaviour by expanding its Joining Forces partnership, increasing capacity, improving responsiveness, and enhancing community safety across the borough.  Joining Forces brings together key... ]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:00:23 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/gender-ethnicity-and-disability-pay-gap-report-highlights-continued-focus-on-fairness-and-inclusion/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/gender-ethnicity-and-disability-pay-gap-report-highlights-continued-focus-on-fairness-and-inclusion/ General

We’re pleased to share our latest Gender, Ethnicity and Disability Pay Gap report which highlights the positive progress we’re continuing to make in closing the gender pay gap and ensuring... ]]>