Minimal space between barline and next object

[Nils]

Hi list,

I noticed that often in Lilypond there is not enough space after a barline.
It is perfectly fine if there is an accidental etc. but not with only a 
note/chord.
Especially if it is a thicker barline like a repeat close. (I don't want to 
jump to conclusions here but is it possible that for a thicker barline type the 
calculation is still for the default barline?)

1) Can I ask instruct Lilypond globally for minimal space after a barline? Not 
an overall, relative increas. I don't want notes with accidentals to move 
further away, they are perfect. 
2) A few publishers whom I showed my works to already mentioned this to me. Is 
it possible that this is an overlooked issue until now? Who is the right person 
to ask or tell?

Nils