approved budget framework for 2026-27
Barking and Dagenham Council approved its 2026-27 budget framework in February 2026, including a Council Tax increase and significant savings.
Barking and Dagenham Council approved its financial plan and spending framework for the 2026-27 fiscal year in February 2026. This decision by the Assembly included a 4.99% Council Tax increase, which will add £80.23 annually for Band D properties, and incorporated a 2% adult social care precept to address rising costs.
The approved budget framework for 2026-27 also outlined £8.7 million in savings, with £1.8 million of this generated from invest-to-save proposals. Additionally, the framework allocated £32.8 million in growth funding to address unavoidable expenditures.
Key facts
- Barking and Dagenham Council approved a 4.99% Council Tax increase in February 2026. Source
- The Council Tax increase will add £80.23 annually for Band D properties. Source
- The approved budget framework includes a 2% adult social care precept. Source
- The framework incorporates £8.7 million in savings. Source
- £32.8 million in growth funding was allocated in the approved budget framework. Source
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This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 30 September 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.