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June 2024

Target Information Systems secure Be Well @ Work award
We’re delighted to recognise Target Information Systems for its excellence in employee health and wellbeing with our Be Well @ Work award. Target Information Systems is a Barnsley-based business that...
Barnsley Young People’s Drug and Alcohol Service to be delivered by Humankind from 1 July
From Monday 1 July, the Barnsley Young People’s Drug and Alcohol Service is transferring from us to Barnsley Recovery Steps, which is part of Humankind. The service will provide easy-to-access advice,...
Cooper Gallery shortlisted for national Family Friendly Museum Award
The Cooper Gallery in Barnsley has been shortlisted for the Kids in Museums Family Friendly Museum Award, it has been announced. This is the third nomination for Barnsley Museums in three...
South Family Hub opening a huge success
Family laughter, children gaming and baby sensory fun were aplenty as we celebrated the opening of our South Family Hub in Wombwell earlier today. Following a ribbon cutting ceremony by the...
Barnsley Libraries announces this year’s ‘Library Lates’ public programme
Barnsley Libraries is excited to announce a series of events for this year’s ‘Library Lates’ programme. ‘Library Lates’ aims to bring evening cultural events, activities, talks and sessions to libraries...
Artists bring a splash of colour to Barnsley
Vibrant and colourful artworks made from recycled furniture will travel around Barnsley raising a smile this summer. Barnsley based artists, Lenny and Whale, will be bringing their latest exciting project 'Sanctuary...
Barnsley in Bloom poster competition winner chosen from over 900 entries
The winner of the annual Barnsley in Bloom poster competition has been chosen. Isabella Gaze aged 11 from Wombwell Park Street Primary School was chosen from over 900 entries as the...
Are ready to vote in the General Elections?
On Thursday 4 July general elections are taking place for the new constituencies, which are: Barnsley North covering Central, Cudworth, Darton East, Darton West, Monk Bretton, North East, Old Town, Royston,...
Historical documents from Gawber Primary School are now available to view in Barnsley Archives.
Barnsley Archives and Local Studies, based in Barnsley Town Hall and part of Experience Barnsley Museum, has added fascinating documents relating to Gawber Primary School to their collections. The local school...
Barnsley Libraries announces new creative commissions to increase cultural access and engagement across the borough
Barnsley Libraries is excited to reveal a series of new creative commissions that will bring more art and culture to its branches and inspire creativity within local communities. Following a successful...
Cannon Hall celebrates the historic links between Barnsley and Poland
An event at Cannon Hall Museum on Friday 21st June 2024 explores the stories and memories of the Polish Resettlement Camp and its residents and celebrates its connections to the...
Cabinet members discuss Barnsley’s Litter and Environmental Crime Plan 2024-2030
Next week, Cabinet members will discuss Barnsley’s Litter and Environmental Crime Plan 2024-2030 which outlines our next steps towards making Barnsley more sustainable and addressing environmental blight within the borough.The...
Physical activity project a Game Changer for Kendray and Worsbrough
We're proud to say that the Game Changer project has supported over 1,000 residents in Kendray and Worsbrough since it began in 2022. Funded by Sport England and the Football Foundation,...
Cabinet members will discuss the Berneslai Homes Repairs and Complaints Policy
We’re working with Berneslai Homes to improve the repairs and complaints process for customers through the implementation of two new policies. Next week, Cabinet members will discuss the Berneslai Homes...
Unique art installation unveiled to start a conversation about domestic abuse
Earlier today (Friday 14 June), we unveiled The Washing Line Project in Barnsley Market, a unique art installation designed to start a conversation about domestic abuse in Barnsley. Made up of...
Man prosecuted for sale of illegal e-cigarettes in Barnsley
A Rotherham man has received a suspended prison sentence for offences related to the supply of illegal electronic cigarettes in Barnsley. On 31 August 2023, Omid Swatiwal was found to be supplying electronic...
Man prosecuted for sale of illicit tobacco in Barnsley
Thanks to work by our Regulatory Services and Legal Services teams, another illegal tobacco trader has been brought to court and successfully prosecuted. Ahmed Mohammed Amin pleaded guilty to multiple offences related to the possession and concealment of...
Our Supported Employment team wins prestigious Economic Development award
We’re delighted to announce that our Supported Employment team has won this year’s Local Government Chronicle (LGC) Economic Development award. The team works tirelessly to help people with learning disabilities, learning...
Our How’s Thi Ticker team wins national Public Health award
We’re delighted to announce that our How’s Thi Ticker team has won this year’s Local Government Chronicle (LGC) Public Health award. How’s Thi Ticker, our evidence-based, community blood pressure check campaign,...
Barnsley launches a brand-new Visit Barnsley tourism website
Barnsley Council, with the Visitor Economy Forum, has launched a new website to inspire and excite visitors. The new online destination provides visitors and residents with all the information they...
Yorkshire Sculpture Park invites Barnsley to a free weekend of art and nature
Award-winning visitor attraction Yorkshire Sculpture Park is offering a special opportunity for people who live in Barnsley to visit for free on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 June. Immerse yourself...
Discover rewarding careers in childcare and help shape bright futures
Have you ever wondered what it's like to work in childcare? Do you want to make a positive difference in the lives of children and families? If you’re interested in kickstarting...
Join us at Barnsley's Armed Forces Day celebrations
Barnsley will be celebrating Armed Forces Day on Saturday 15 June. Join us from 10am for a day full of fun, with a military parade through Cheapside and armed forces...
Cabinet members will discuss the new Street Trading Policy
This week, Cabinet members will be asked to approve the new Street Trading Policy. Street Trading means the selling, exposing, or offering for sale of any article in a street....
Help us celebrate the creativity of local people with learning disabilities this Learning Disability Week
We’re getting ready to celebrate Learning Disability Week in Barnsley later this month, shining a light on our learning disability community and challenging the barriers they may face. Taking place from...
Barnsley Museums Celebrates 40-Year Anniversary of Volunteering
Barnsley Museums is celebrating the 40th anniversary of Volunteering Week from Monday, 3 June, until Monday, 10 June. The national event is being held in recognition of the incredible work volunteers...
Our latest performance report shows apprenticeship success
We’ve exceeded our quarterly and year-end target by having more than 2% of the workforce being apprentices. This achievement demonstrates our commitment to providing new entrants and our employees with...
Our commitment to improving the borough for everyone
UPDATE: Thursday 25 July 2024 Our new Council Plan, was approved at Full Council on 25 July, continues our commitment to make brave investments in our borough while making a real...
New Opening Hours for Barnsley Archives and Local Studies
Barnsley Archives and Local Studies, based in Barnsley Town Hall and part of Barnsley Museums, have new opening times. From the week commencing Monday, 27 May 2024, the new opening hours...

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