Housing Strategy 2026-2031
Barking and Dagenham Council is reviewing its supported housing provision as part of its Housing Strategy 2026-2031, while preparing for a regulatory inspection.
Barking and Dagenham Council is undertaking a review of its supported housing provision, aiming to optimise existing stock and offer diverse options for residents. This review, discussed by the Overview and Scrutiny Committee in October 2026, is a key part of the council's Housing Strategy 2026-2031 and its 'Fit for the Future' programme. The overarching goal is to help residents remain independent for longer and prevent needs escalation.
Alongside this, the Overview and Scrutiny Committee also discussed the council's readiness for an inspection by the Regulator of Social Housing and the development of an improvement plan in October 2026. No further meetings are currently scheduled to discuss the Housing Strategy 2026-2031.
The Housing Strategy 2026-2031 outlines Barking and Dagenham Council's strategic plan for housing provision, including aspirations for supported housing. The 'Fit for the Future' programme, which the strategy supports, aims to ensure services are sustainable and make effective use of council resources.
Key facts
- Barking and Dagenham Council is undertaking a review of its supported housing provision. Source
- The review was discussed at the Overview and Scrutiny Committee on 7 October 2026. Source
- The review is a key part of the council's Housing Strategy and 'Fit for the Future' programme. Source
- The review aims to optimise existing stock and ensure diverse options for residents. Source
- The overarching goal of the review is to ensure residents can remain independent longer. Source
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