The document summarizes the findings of a corporate peer review of the London Borough of Barnet conducted from September 1-5, 2008. The review team found that the council has made significant progress, is ambitious and confident, and delivers excellent services. However, the team also identified some areas for improvement, including developing communication and engagement, ensuring scrutiny plays a constructive role, improving customer access, and assessing capacity and risks as the council works to further change and improve. The team will produce a draft report for the council to comment on before issuing a final report, and the council can decide which elements of feedback it wishes to act upon.