Statements

April 2021

22/04/21 Statement in response to studies showing Barnsley posting UK’s strongest growth in job opportunities
Matt Gladstone, Executive Director for Place, said: "This is a welcome boost for Barnsley and showcases that we're in a strong position to attract investment from outside the borough, supporting our...
14/04/2021 Statement on the covenant covering Rockingham Sports Ground
In October 2020, as part of the masterplan proposals, the council explained that an agreement with Fitzwilliam Trust Corporation was approved so that they could purchase the council’s land, where...
Statement from the Mayor of Barnsley on the death of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh
Cllr Caroline Makinson, Mayor of Barnsley, said: “I am deeply saddened to hear of the death of His Royal Highness, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. On behalf of Barnsley Council and the people of the borough, our...
01/04/2021 Response to the risk of asbestos exposure in schools in the Barnsley East area
Matt Gladstone, Executive Director for Place, said: “The education of our children and young people in high-quality, healthy learning environments is a priority for our council. “In the Barnsley East area,...