People who own empty homes are being offered £25,000 to bring them back into use.

Barnet Borough Council is inviting people to find out more about the scheme at a seminar on Thursday, November 6.

The cash is available for those who are willing to rent their property to people in housing need for a minimum of five years.

The event will be held in Building 2 at the North London Business Park from 7pm to 8pm. To book a place, call 0208 359 4475 or email nicola.millson@barnet.gov.uk