You are here: Home Statements Statements December 2023 19/12/2023 - Statement on the provisional local government finance settlement Cllr Sir Steve Houghton CBE, Leader of Barnsley Council, said: “This disappointing announcement provides nothing new over what was announced by government in late 2022. There’s no additional funding over… 13/12/23 - Tribute to former councillor Brian Mathers Cllr Sir Steve Houghton CBE, Leader of Barnsley Council, said: "Brian served residents of Ardsley and Stairfoot well in his time as a councillor, and threw himself into several community… 07/12/23 - Opening of Market Gate Bridge postponed A Barnsley Council Spokesperson said: “We had been looking forward to beginning a phased opening of the new Market Gate Bridge tomorrow. Unfortunately, our contractors have let us know…
