Be First (Regeneration Ltd)
Barking and Dagenham Council is currently assessing the high risk of underperformance by council-owned companies, including Be First.
Barking and Dagenham Council's Audit and Risk Committee identified a "High risk in Companies Governance" in October 2026. This risk, highlighted in the corporate risk register updated in September 2026, points to potential underperformance and failure to deliver business plans by key council entities, including Be First. The committee noted this could lead to significant financial and reputational damage to the council.
Be First is a council-owned company focused on regeneration in Barking and Dagenham. The Companies Governance risk specifically points to the underperformance of council-owned companies. The council's Cabinet is scheduled to meet on 13 October 2026, where this topic is on the agenda.
Key facts
- Barking and Dagenham Council's Audit and Risk Committee identified a "High risk in Companies Governance" in October 2026. Source
- This risk highlights potential underperformance by council entities, including Be First, and failure to deliver business plans. Source
- The corporate risk register, which flagged this issue, was updated in September 2026. Source
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