https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/ Sat, 07 Mar 2026 06:14:15 GMT Barnsley Council Barnsley Council News List en Thu, 05 Mar 2026 11:44:55 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-to-launch-new-specialist-and-seasonal-markets/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-to-launch-new-specialist-and-seasonal-markets/ General

Barnsley Council is starting a new programme of specialist and seasonal markets across the borough later this month.   These markets will bring new shopping ideas, fun family events, and fresh... ]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:02:41 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/15m-investment-to-create-modern-learning-facility-for-employment-and-skills-support/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/15m-investment-to-create-modern-learning-facility-for-employment-and-skills-support/ General

Barnsley Council has approved a £1.5 million investment to create a new, modern learning facility at Gateway Plaza — a move designed to enhance learning and work environments for residents... ]]> Mon, 02 Mar 2026 16:07:21 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/ambition-arena-winners-announced-with-young-people-awarded-funding-to-create-the-events-they-want-to-see-this-summer/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/ambition-arena-winners-announced-with-young-people-awarded-funding-to-create-the-events-they-want-to-see-this-summer/ General

Last Friday (27 February), we welcomed young people to Barnsley Civic to present their final ideas for the events and activities they want to create this summer at our exciting... ]]> Mon, 02 Mar 2026 15:11:20 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/record-number-of-barnsley-children-offered-their-first-choice-secondary-school/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/record-number-of-barnsley-children-offered-their-first-choice-secondary-school/ General

We’re celebrating a record year for secondary school allocations, with more children than ever securing a place at their first-choice school for September.  Today (2 March) marks National Offer Day, and... ]]> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:22:48 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-planning-to-bid-for-uk-town-of-culture-2028/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-planning-to-bid-for-uk-town-of-culture-2028/ General

A group of cultural organisations are working together on a bid for Barnsley to become UK Town of Culture 2028 and we’d like local people to tell us what cultural... ]]> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:53:08 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/covid-19-remembrance-to-be-held-in-glass-works-square/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/covid-19-remembrance-to-be-held-in-glass-works-square/ General

A COVID-19 Remembrance Service will take place on Sunday 8 March 2026 at 11am in Glass Works Square, offering a moment of reflection, remembrance and collective gratitude. Residents are invited to... ]]> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:20:41 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/local-store-ordered-to-close-for-three-months-following-illegal-tobacco-investigation/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/local-store-ordered-to-close-for-three-months-following-illegal-tobacco-investigation/ General

Our Trading Standards and Legal Services teams have successfully obtained a closure order for a local convenience store that has been used to distribute illegal tobacco over the past year. Barnsley... ]]> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:23:18 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-strengthens-pothole-response/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-strengthens-pothole-response/ General

We are taking action to address the sharp rise in potholes and road surface defects caused by recent severe winter conditions, including heavy rainfall, freezing temperatures and repeated freeze–thaw cycles.  The... ]]> Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:40:36 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-chief-executive-sarah-norman-shortlisted-for-chief-executive-of-the-year/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-chief-executive-sarah-norman-shortlisted-for-chief-executive-of-the-year/ General

We’re proud to announce that our Chief Executive, Sarah Norman OBE has been shortlisted for Chief Executive of the Year in the prestigious Municipal Journal (MJ) Achievement Awards.  This recognition reflects... ]]> Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:52:30 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/young-artists-recycling-artwork-hits-barnsley-s-streets/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/young-artists-recycling-artwork-hits-barnsley-s-streets/ General

We’re excited to reveal the vibrant new artwork now brightening one of our bin lorries, designed by talented primary school pupils from across the borough.  The winning designs were created by Rosa... ]]> Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:51:36 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-s-love-where-you-live-helps-bring-community-s-stories-to-life-in-new-creative-project/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-s-love-where-you-live-helps-bring-community-s-stories-to-life-in-new-creative-project/ General

What’s your Worsbrough story? That’s the question at the heart of Connected Worsbrough, a new creative project backed by Barnsley Council’s Love Where You Live initiative. The aim is to celebrate the people, places... ]]> Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:42:11 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/ward-alliance-funding-paves-way-for-improved-access-for-all-at-wombwell-football-club/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/ward-alliance-funding-paves-way-for-improved-access-for-all-at-wombwell-football-club/ General

A community sports club has become more accessible for all thanks to funding from Wombwell Ward Alliance. Wombwell Town Football Club has a new wheelchair ramp outside its clubhouse on Station... ]]> Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:10:21 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/new-irish-bar-set-to-open-in-barnsley-s-the-glass-works/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/new-irish-bar-set-to-open-in-barnsley-s-the-glass-works/ General

A new Irish bar is set to open at The Glass Works in Barnsley in the coming weeks.  Live music venue Katie O’Brien’s is set to bring a taste of Ireland’s... ]]> Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:33:48 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-s-love-where-you-live-boosts-community-safety-in-milton-ward-with-new-mobile-cctv/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-s-love-where-you-live-boosts-community-safety-in-milton-ward-with-new-mobile-cctv/ General

Residents in Milton ward will benefit from improved community safety as Barnsley Council’s Love Where You Live programme supports the installation of two new mobile CCTV cameras in key locations... ]]> Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:55:58 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-s-employers-pledge-their-commitment-to-pathways-to-work/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-s-employers-pledge-their-commitment-to-pathways-to-work/ General

This week, Barnsley’s employers came together with one shared mission: to unlock potential, grow local talent and help... ]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 14:19:09 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/cabinet-to-discuss-proposed-locations-for-high-street-rental-auctions/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/cabinet-to-discuss-proposed-locations-for-high-street-rental-auctions/ General

Next Wednesday (4 March), Cabinet will be asked to approve proposed locations in the town centre, Goldthorpe and Wombwell where High Street Rental Auctions can take place. High Street Rental Auctions... ]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 14:08:16 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/cabinet-to-discuss-emerging-plans-for-phase-two-of-the-seam-digital-campus/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/cabinet-to-discuss-emerging-plans-for-phase-two-of-the-seam-digital-campus/ General

On Wednesday 4 March, Cabinet will be asked to note the progress made on the development masterplan of phase two of The Seam Digital Campus and allow the council to... ]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 13:56:02 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/outline-plans-for-195m-pride-in-place-investment-presented-to-cabinet/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/outline-plans-for-195m-pride-in-place-investment-presented-to-cabinet/ General

An update on the first part of the Pride in Place programme, which will bring £19.5 million of Government funding to Barnsley over the next ten years, will be presented... ]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 12:25:40 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/step-into-ancient-egypt-at-the-cleopatra-and-the-queens-of-egypt-exhibition-opening-next-weekend/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/step-into-ancient-egypt-at-the-cleopatra-and-the-queens-of-egypt-exhibition-opening-next-weekend/ General

The much-awaited ‘Cleopatra and the Queens of Egypt’ exhibition opens its doors at Experience Barnsley Museum next weekend, inviting you on an incredible journey through 5,000 years of history.    Running from Saturday 7 March 2026 to Saturday 20... ]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:14:25 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/join-us-at-our-free-celebration-event-to-mark-one-year-of-barnsley-s-great-childhoods-ambition/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/join-us-at-our-free-celebration-event-to-mark-one-year-of-barnsley-s-great-childhoods-ambition/ General

Families and young people across Barnsley are invited to join a free celebration event on Saturday 28 March in the Glass Works Square, marking one year of Barnsley’s Great Childhoods... ]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:08:14 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/new-display-at-cooper-gallery-celebrates-creativity-of-older-adults-across-barnsley/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/new-display-at-cooper-gallery-celebrates-creativity-of-older-adults-across-barnsley/ General

The Shared Horizon exhibition will be on display in the Cooper Gallery’s Sadler Room corridor from Saturday 28 February until Sunday 26 July 2026. Shared Horizon is a creative health... ]]> Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:17:37 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-s-love-where-you-live-has-helped-strengthen-safety-measures-in-rockingham-ward/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-s-love-where-you-live-has-helped-strengthen-safety-measures-in-rockingham-ward/ General

Two new mobile CCTV cameras have been installed in the Rockingham ward as part of Barnsley Council’s Love Where You Live programme. They will support ongoing work to tackle anti-social... ]]> Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:14:04 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-s-love-where-you-live-delivers-safer-more-welcoming-green-spaces-across-penistone-area-communities/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-s-love-where-you-live-delivers-safer-more-welcoming-green-spaces-across-penistone-area-communities/ General

A wave of improvements can now be seen to much‑loved parks and green spaces across Penistone area communities thanks to Barnsley Council’s Love Where You Live programme.  This forms part of a £2.1... ]]> Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:02:08 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-shortlisted-in-prestigious-lgc-awards-2026/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-shortlisted-in-prestigious-lgc-awards-2026/ General

We’re delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted in three categories at the 2026 Local Government Chronicle (LGC) Awards, recognising our innovation, partnership working, and commitment to improving residents’ lives.  These shortlisted projects reflect the real difference we’re making... ]]> Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:32:11 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/community-spirit-shines-as-fostering-barnsley-partners-with-barnsley-football-club-for-an-annual-takeover-day/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/community-spirit-shines-as-fostering-barnsley-partners-with-barnsley-football-club-for-an-annual-takeover-day/ General

On Saturday, Fostering Barnsley once again partnered with Barnsley Football Club for a takeover day, celebrating fostering and raising awareness of the importance and ongoing need for foster carers in... ]]> Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:08:40 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-celebrates-staff-at-apprenticeship-graduation-ceremony/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-celebrates-staff-at-apprenticeship-graduation-ceremony/ General

Last week, we were proud to host our third Apprenticeship Graduation Ceremony, celebrating the outstanding achievements of 44 employees who have completed their apprenticeships since January 2025.  The event was also... ]]> Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:03:32 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/cabinet-to-discuss-transforming-send-and-alternative-provision-in-barnsley-with-94-million-investment/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/cabinet-to-discuss-transforming-send-and-alternative-provision-in-barnsley-with-94-million-investment/ General

Update from 18 February 2026 - Cabinet has now approved the below proposal. Next week, Cabinet will be looking to approve a proposal to deliver a significant boost to local Special... ]]> Tue, 10 Feb 2026 15:59:41 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/council-leader-works-to-secure-additional-funding-for-northern-councils-and-barnsley/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/council-leader-works-to-secure-additional-funding-for-northern-councils-and-barnsley/ General

As Chair of SIGOMA, the Special Interest Group of Municipal Authorities covering 50 Metropolitan and Unitary Councils, Cllr Sir Steve Houghton CBE, Leader of Barnsley Council, has lobbied the government... ]]> Tue, 10 Feb 2026 13:21:02 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/new-barnsley-dearne-2040-vision-and-masterplan-sets-ambitious-vision-for-the-future-of-the-dearne/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/new-barnsley-dearne-2040-vision-and-masterplan-sets-ambitious-vision-for-the-future-of-the-dearne/ General

The Barnsley Dearne 2040 Vision and Masterplan marks a major milestone in long‑term plans to reshape and revitalise the Dearne. It will bring together a series of transformational opportunities designed... ]]> Tue, 10 Feb 2026 13:10:04 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-set-to-boost-ev-charging-through-funding-proposal-of-up-to-17-million/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-set-to-boost-ev-charging-through-funding-proposal-of-up-to-17-million/ General

On Wednesday 18 February, Cabinet will consider a proposal to accelerate our borough‑wide electric vehicle (EV) charging programme. The proposal seeks approval of up to £1.7 million in Local Electric Vehicle... ]]> Tue, 10 Feb 2026 09:16:42 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/new-faces-of-barnsley-exhibition-to-celebrate-the-people-who-make-barnsley-special/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/new-faces-of-barnsley-exhibition-to-celebrate-the-people-who-make-barnsley-special/ General

Barnsley Council is proud to welcome everyone to the launch of Faces of Barnsley, a powerful new portrait exhibition opening Wednesday 18 February as part of the Together at the... ]]> Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:08:03 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/share-the-love-and-visit-our-valentine-s-day-market-in-penistone/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/share-the-love-and-visit-our-valentine-s-day-market-in-penistone/ General

Make a date to visit Penistone for our Valentine’s Day market, complete with specialist traders and live entertainment. Penistone Market Barn is at the heart of the community and will host... ]]> Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:10:09 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-indoor-market-wins-prestigious-nabma-award/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-indoor-market-wins-prestigious-nabma-award/ General

Barnsley Indoor Market has been named Best Large Indoor Market at the NABMA Great British Market Awards 2026, cementing its position as one of the leading market destinations in the... ]]> Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:52:44 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/tributes-paid-to-wombwell-sporting-hero-mark-jones-as-high-street-improvements-are-completed/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/tributes-paid-to-wombwell-sporting-hero-mark-jones-as-high-street-improvements-are-completed/ General

Barnsley Council today marked the completion of major improvements to Wombwell High Street by paying tribute to one of the town’s sporting heroes, Mark Jones. A memorial stone was unveiled today... ]]> Thu, 05 Feb 2026 16:28:24 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/local-supermarket-ordered-to-pay-500-000-fine-for-food-safety-offences/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/local-supermarket-ordered-to-pay-500-000-fine-for-food-safety-offences/ General

Asda Stores Ltd has been fined £500,000 for repeatedly displaying out-of-date food items for sale at their Old Mill Lane store, potentially putting local people’s health at risk. The company pleaded... ]]> Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:25:02 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/together-at-the-town-hall-promises-a-week-of-fun-for-all-this-february-half-term/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/together-at-the-town-hall-promises-a-week-of-fun-for-all-this-february-half-term/ General

Dive into a week brimming with excitement at the Together at the Town Hall event, where every day offers something for everyone.   Taking place throughout February half-term, Monday 16 February to Saturday... ]]> Thu, 05 Feb 2026 10:49:45 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-book-festival-2026-starts-next-week-with-a-vibrant-celebration-of-stories-creativity-and-reading/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-book-festival-2026-starts-next-week-with-a-vibrant-celebration-of-stories-creativity-and-reading/ General

Barnsley Book Festival returns next week for its third year, bringing an exciting programme of authors, poets, creatives and speakers to libraries and venues across the borough. Taking place from Saturday... ]]> Thu, 05 Feb 2026 10:26:45 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-ranked-among-the-top-ten-most-productive-councils-in-england/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-ranked-among-the-top-ten-most-productive-councils-in-england/ General

Barnsley Council has been named one of the top ten most productive councils in the country, highlighting our strong and sustainable performance across a number of service areas.Barnsley Council came... ]]> Wed, 04 Feb 2026 13:11:24 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/give-it-some-welly-for-febru-welly-2026/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/give-it-some-welly-for-febru-welly-2026/ General

Febru-welly is returning for 2026, encouraging families across the borough to pull on their boots, embrace the great outdoors, and stay active throughout the month, whatever the weather brings.  After taking... ]]> Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:52:59 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/local-company-and-its-owner-ordered-to-pay-over-15-000-for-selling-illegal-vapes-and-incorrectly-labelled-food-products/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/local-company-and-its-owner-ordered-to-pay-over-15-000-for-selling-illegal-vapes-and-incorrectly-labelled-food-products/ General

A local company and its owner have been ordered to pay over £15,000 for continuing to sell single use vapes after the ban was introduced last summer and for selling... ]]> Wed, 04 Feb 2026 12:22:37 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-turns-gawber-green-space-into-a-safer-place/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/love-where-you-live-turns-gawber-green-space-into-a-safer-place/ General

Residents in Gawber can now enjoy a safer green space after Harry Road Recreation Ground saw new gates and barriers installed through Barnsley Council’s Love Where You Live programme. The access... ]]> Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:10:29 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/cabinet-supports-next-phase-of-investment-through-our-principal-towns-and-local-centres-programme/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/cabinet-supports-next-phase-of-investment-through-our-principal-towns-and-local-centres-programme/ General

Barnsley Council’s Cabinet has formally supported the next phase of the Principal Towns and Local Centres Investment Programme, building on a track record of successful regeneration and community investment. Since its... ]]> Tue, 03 Feb 2026 18:41:41 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/closure-order-mr-blue-express-thurnscoe/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/closure-order-mr-blue-express-thurnscoe/ General

Barnsley Council has secured a three-month Closure Order against Mr Blue Express, a commercial premises located at Station Road, Thurnscoe, following ongoing illegal activity linked to the sale of illicit... ]]> Tue, 03 Feb 2026 12:58:49 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-town-centre-celebrates-seventh-consecutive-purple-flag-accreditation/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-town-centre-celebrates-seventh-consecutive-purple-flag-accreditation/ General

Barnsley town centre has been awarded Purple Flag accreditation for a seventh successive year in recognition of its... ]]> Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:31:03 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/exciting-plans-unveiled-for-new-community-facility-at-rabbit-ings-in-royston/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/exciting-plans-unveiled-for-new-community-facility-at-rabbit-ings-in-royston/ General

Barnsley Council is bringing forward plans for a new multi‑purpose facility at Rabbit Ings Country Park in Royston under our Principal Towns and Local Centres Investment Programme. This would be a... ]]> Tue, 03 Feb 2026 09:30:10 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/historic-day-as-barnsley-named-as-the-first-government-backed-tech-town/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/historic-day-as-barnsley-named-as-the-first-government-backed-tech-town/ General

People across Barnsley could see improved public services, better support in local schools, quicker NHS care and new opportunities for jobs and skills as it becomes the UK’s first government-backed... ]]> Mon, 02 Feb 2026 11:23:24 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/essential-repairs-completed-at-worsbrough-mill-as-new-approach-introduced-to-protect-historic-site/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/essential-repairs-completed-at-worsbrough-mill-as-new-approach-introduced-to-protect-historic-site/ General

We’re pleased to announce that essential repairs to the mill shaft at Worsbrough Mill are now complete, marking an important milestone in safeguarding one of Barnsley’s treasured heritage sites for... ]]> Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:42 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/health-secretary-wes-streeting-mp-officially-opens-barnsley-s-trailblazing-health-on-the-high-street-hub/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/health-secretary-wes-streeting-mp-officially-opens-barnsley-s-trailblazing-health-on-the-high-street-hub/ General

Barnsley welcomed the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care Wes Streeting MP to officially open the first phase of our new health and wellbeing hub at the Alhambra... ]]> Thu, 29 Jan 2026 17:17:43 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-micard-enables-1-million-free-bus-journeys-for-children-and-young-people/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-micard-enables-1-million-free-bus-journeys-for-children-and-young-people/ General

Barnsley MiCard scheme has reached another monumental milestone, with 1 million journeys made by children and young people since its launch in August. Part of our Great Childhoods Ambition, this scheme... ]]> Wed, 28 Jan 2026 17:11:49 GMT https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-updates-constitution-as-part-of-ambition-to-continuously-improve/ https://www.barnsley.gov.uk/news/barnsley-council-updates-constitution-as-part-of-ambition-to-continuously-improve/ General

Barnsley Council has completed a review of its Constitution. The Constitution is the document that sets out how the council works, how decisions are made, and what’s expected of councillors... ]]>