Barking and Dagenham Council improvement plan
Barking and Dagenham Council is preparing for a Regulator of Social Housing inspection in early 2027, focusing on its improvement plan for social housing compliance.
Barking and Dagenham Council is preparing for an inspection by the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) between January and March 2027. In October 2026, the Overview and Scrutiny Committee received an update on preparations, which include developing a detailed improvement plan and enhancing staff training. Councillor Maureen Worby highlighted ongoing work to address identified issues.
The council self-referred to the RSH in 2022 due to concerns over health and safety compliance in social housing. The RSH's role expanded following the Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023, moving towards planned inspections for all social landlords.
Key facts
- Barking and Dagenham Council is preparing for an inspection by the Regulator of Social Housing between January and March 2027. Source
- The Overview and Scrutiny Committee received an update on the council's preparations in October 2026. Source
- The council self-referred to the Regulator of Social Housing in 2022 due to health and safety compliance concerns. Source
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