Liam Hardcastle Reform Uk representative

24/10/2026

This morning, I had the honour, as Mayor of Barnsley, of officially launching this year’s Poppy Appeal in our town centre.

Standing alongside the Churchfield Branch of the Royal British Legion and our local Army, Sea and Air Cadets was a moment of real pride, but also a time to reflect on why we wear our poppies.

We remember the service personnel who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Behind every name on a memorial is a person who was loved, a family whose lives were changed forever, and a future they never had the chance to live.

As Mayor, and as someone proud to call Barnsley home, it means a great deal to help honour their memory. Our town has strong military ties, and we have a responsibility to ensure their service and sacrifice are never forgotten. Seeing our young cadets taking part gives me hope that remembrance will continue through the generations.

I’d like to give a heartfelt thank you to every volunteer supporting the Poppy Appeal, including those who braved the cold with us this morning. Giving your time to collect, organise and support the appeal makes a real difference, and I can’t thank you enough.

If you see the volunteers in our town centre or your local area over the coming weeks, please stop, have a chat and support the appeal if you can.

We remember those who never came home, those who served alongside them, and the families who carry their memory every day.

We will remember them.

23/10/2026

23/10/2026

It was a pleasure to represent Barnsley as Mayor at the Lord-Lieutenant’s Awards ceremony at Manor Top Army Reserve Centre in Sheffield yesterday evening.

I was accompanied by Cllr Terry Durkin, a veteran of the Light Dragoons, a regiment with which our town also has strong ties.

The ceremony recognised the exceptional service and dedication of reservists, cadets and cadet force adult volunteers across South Yorkshire, with certificates presented by Professor Dame Hilary Chapman DBE, HM Lord-Lieutenant of South Yorkshire.

A particularly proud moment was seeing a Barnsley cadet complete his 12-month term as a Lord-Lieutenant’s Cadet and pass the baton to another Barnsley cadet, chosen by the Lord-Lieutenant to serve for this coming year.

This prestigious appointment involves supporting the Lord-Lieutenant at ceremonial occasions, including Royal Visits and Remembrance events. To see young people from our borough recognised with this responsibility is something we can all be proud of.

It was also great to hear the names of so many people from Barnsley called out in recognition of their work training and supporting our cadets. Their dedication helps young people develop confidence, skills and a sense of service, and is another reminder of the strong military ties running through our town.

My thanks to the outgoing cadet for his service, and congratulations to his successor. I wish you every success in the year ahead, you have both done Barnsley proud.

Congratulations to everyone recognised on the evening, and thank you to the staff and volunteers who support our cadet and reserve forces. 🇬🇧

23/10/2026

📢 Stairfoot Ward Councillors’ Surgery

Do you have an issue or concern affecting you, your street, or the wider Stairfoot Ward? Come along and speak directly with your local councillors. We’re here to listen, discuss the issues that matter to residents, and see how we can help.

📅 Friday 23rd October
⏰ 10:00am – 11:30pm
📍 Lavender Court, Croft Road, Kendray, S70 3FG

Whether it’s roads, housing, antisocial behaviour, environmental concerns, council services, or another local matter, please come along and have your say.

No appointment needed — just drop in and have a chat.

Your Ward. Your Voice. We’re Here to Listen.

22/10/2026

19/10/2026

18/10/2026

Anymore Halloween decorations in the stairfoot Ward ? 💀👻🎃

18/10/2026

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16/10/2026

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Dual carriageway maintenance update

As your councillor, I raised the condition of the dual carriageway leading into Barnsley with the Highways Team, requesting grass cutting, w**d removal, sweeping and the clearing of road gullies.

I’m pleased to say that the grass verge and central reservation have now been cut, and the w**ds growing along the carriageway have been removed. Thank you to the teams who carried out this work.

I’m still awaiting the gullies being cleaned ready for winter, to help keep drainage flowing and reduce the risk of surface water building up during heavy rainfall.

As you can see in the video I took the other week, (video in comments) the road needed attention. I have also raised the patchy and deteriorating tarmac and requested an inspection to determine whether repairs or resurfacing are needed.

This is one of the main routes into our town, and it should be maintained to a good standard. I’ll continue chasing the outstanding work and keep residents updated.