Former Barnsley Council leader Sir Steve Houghton will take on the special health devolution pilot for South Yorkshire.
A proposal to build 10 homes at a farm in Brierley has been recommended for approval by Barnsley Council planning officers, despite concerns from residents over traffic, school places, and loss of open space.
Barnsley Council has announced proposals to change speed limits on several major roads across the borough, including parts of the A635 and A6195.
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