Councillor · Barking and Dagenham
Cllr Dominic Twomey
- Leader of the Council / Majority Labour Group and Cabinet Member for People, Place & Partnerships
- Chair, Cabinet
- Chair, JNC Appointments, Salaries and Structures Sub-Committee
- Stories naming Dominic
- 23
- Meetings we covered
- 17
- Latest story
- 14 Oct 2026
In brief
Councillor Dominic Twomey stated that the council's transformation plan shapes the future of the council, making it more focused, confident, and capable. He highlighted the role of measures in the current economic climate, noting increased reliance on welfare assistance. The councillor presented the budget, stating the proposed increase was necessary to balance the budget and protect frontline services. He added that the council's investment in housing has meant they have avoided soaring temporary accommodation costs experienced by other local authorities.
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Stories naming Cllr Dominic Twomey
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Barking and Dagenham Council to Consult on 4.99% Council Tax Increase to Address Budget Gap Councillor Dominic Twomey, Leader of the Council, noted in the meeting's transcript that "every 1% of council tax brings in just shy of £1 million", highlighting the difficult decisions the council faces.
- Barking and Dagenham Council Tenants to Face Rent Increase in 2026/27 The Cabinet, led by Cllr Dominic Twomey, approved the rent increase to support the financial stability of the HRA, which is responsible for maintaining and improving council homes, regenerating...
- Barking & Dagenham Reviews Treasury Management Strategy Cllr Dominic Twomey, Leader of the Council, explained that the council aims to invest in low-risk counterparties with short-term accessibility, so the council has access to that cash when they need...
- Council to Upgrade Fire Safety at Barking Industria Cllr Dominic Twomey, Leader of the Council, echoed this sentiment, stating that Industria is "groundbreaking in many ways" and that maximising income from the site is essential. He added that...
- Council to Decide on Interim Director Appointments The panel, comprised of Cllr Dominic Twomey (Leader of the Council / Labour Group), Cllr Syed Ghani (Cabinet Member for Enforcement & Community Safety), Cllr Donna Lumsden (Deputy Chair, Health...
From meetings they attended
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