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Barnet’s residents are being called on to recognise the work of the borough’s estimated 32,256 unpaid carers of all ages during this week’s annual Carers Week.

Barnet Council has awarded £50,000 of grants to voluntary and community organisations facing threat to their survival through loss of income, due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Twelve weeks on from the start of lockdown, Barnet Council is launching a campaign today (15th June) to encourage everyone in the borough to take a moment to say ‘thank you’ to someone who has helped them through the Covid-19 crisis. The campaign recognises Barnet’s community, faith and voluntary sector as well as local businesses and residents who have played a vital role in response to the crisis, adapting their services and giving their time to provide essential support to those who need it most.

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Cllr Thomas said: “Three years on and the Grenfell Tower fire remains a tragedy that casts a long shadow. We remember those who sadly perished, and our thoughts and wishes are with their families and friends on this difficult day.

This summer, children will meet the Silly Squad; a loveable bunch of animals who run a fantastic fun house. But beware: a mysterious baddy is waiting to spoil the fun! Because of the disruption caused by current events this year’s challenge has gone digital. As children read, they will be able to head online to find out more about the fantastic characters and will unlock digital rewards, activities and video content as rewards for their reading.

Crowdfunding offers a way to raise funds rapidly by connecting people with local causes. Anyone can back a campaign with as little as £2 and can do so safely online.

The campaign is hosted by Youth Sport Trust who have teamed up with Sky Sports to support Youth Sport’s Trust’s #StayHomeStayActive campaign which has been supporting schools, parents and young people with daily free resources to get young people moving and enjoying the PE curriculum while at home.

Follow our Facebook page and tune in at 6.30pm on the day. We hope to see you there! If you’re interested in fostering, please call 0208 359 6274 or visit our Fostering page.

Barnet was due to mark the occasion with a ceremony held at the RAF Museum, Hendon, but the current situation has led to the event being cancelled.  It was to have been attended by the Worshipful the Mayor of Barnet, Councillor Caroline Stock, as well as army reservists, cadets, ex-servicemen and women, and was to have concluded with a fly-past by a Lancaster bomber from the RAF’s Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.