Councillor · Barking and Dagenham
Cllr Ben Suter
- Leader of the Opposition / Reform UK Group
- Stories naming Ben
- 10
- Meetings we covered
- 7
- Latest story
- 22 Oct 2026
In brief
Councillor Ben Suter raised objections regarding limited car parking provision for a new development. He questioned fundamental changes beyond council tax premiums for empty homes and raised concerns about the council's climate policy and the feasibility of achieving net-zero by 2030. The councillor asked about the delivery of supported housing targets and inquired about the potential use of the 'Loki' app for resident communication. He highlighted challenges for residents regarding Controlled Parking Zones and proposed an amendment to broaden recognition for military regiments.
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Stories naming Cllr Ben Suter
- Parking concerns raised over new Crowlands Golf Centre development However, local ward councillor Ben Suter voiced strong objections, highlighting the limited car parking provision of just 70 spaces for 300 units. He warned of potential displacement of parking onto surrounding streets and the impact on local infrastructure, including healthcare services.
- Barking and Dagenham Council Approves 300 Affordable Homes on Green Belt Land at Crowlands Golf Centre However, concerns were raised by Councillor Ben Suter, the local ward councillor, regarding the limited car parking provision of 70 spaces for 300 units, potential displacement of parking onto...
- New policy to tackle Barking & Dagenham's 410 empty homes Councillor Maureen Worby welcomed the policy, stating it sends a clear message about the need to bring empty properties back into use. Councillor Ben Suter questioned the fundamental changes beyond...
- Barking and Dagenham Council Approves £2.5m Fleet Upgrade to Enhance Services The procurement will also consider the council's wider environmental objectives. Opportunities for fleet electrification will be explored where operationally feasible and where external funding or...
- Barking and Dagenham Council Confirms Progress on London Plan Housing Targets for Older People's Housing The Overview and Scrutiny Committee received an update on the council's supported housing provision, where Councillor Ben Suter raised a question regarding the delivery of these targets. Officers...
From meetings they attended
These stories cover meetings Ben was listed at. The stories do not name them.
- Council to clamp down on betting shops amid harm concerns
- Galleon Arts Centre lease sparks hope for cultural revival
- Barking and Dagenham Council Rebuilds Tenant Engagement Structures Amidst Regulator Inspection Preparations
- Supported housing review aims to optimise existing stock
- Barking and Dagenham Council targets March 2027 for 1,200 fire door retrofits ahead of RSH inspection