BARNET is set to get £50,000 to decorate town centres in Olympic colours ahead of the London games next August.

Today the Mayor of London announced every borough would be given the cash to decorate “key” areas with flags, banners and bunting to help spread the “look and feel” of the games.

Boroughs will be able to choose from official materials which will be made available in a “look book”, but will be able to choose how they use the decorations themselves.

London landmarks will also be dressed up in the livery for the three weeks of the Olympics.

Mayor Boris Johnson said: “The games are a unique opportunity for London to secure its position for another generation as the best big city in the world.

“We all have a duty to make the most of this opportunity and I’m determined to ensure every part of the capital gets to benefit and enjoy the games.

“This fund will help us put on the best show and showcase ourselves to the world - wherever we are.”