Barking and Dagenham Council
Barking and Dagenham Council is currently focusing on public safety, resident services, and strategic transformation.
Barking and Dagenham Council recently adopted its Community Safety Partnership Strategy for 2026-2030 on September 23, 2026, outlining nine priority areas to tackle crime. The Licensing and Regulatory Committee also approved a revised Gambling Licensing Policy for 2026-2029 on September 3, 2026, to strengthen protections against harm. Additionally, councillors are addressing obesity and food insecurity, with a report indicating 20.1% of residents have experienced hunger.
The council is scrutinising the socioeconomic impact of its Controlled Parking Zone strategy, particularly concerning affordability for low-income residents. Concerns were raised on September 9, 2026, about electric vehicle charging infrastructure for tower block residents. The council is also exploring the 'Loki' app for resident communication and taking proactive steps on fire safety, aiming to stay ahead of future regulations.
In July 2026, the Cabinet adopted the 'A Better B&D' transformation plan to address rising demand and financial pressures, aiming for £43.8m in savings by 2029/30. The Cabinet also approved plans on July 14, 2026, to build three new children's homes, providing 17 placements, as part of the Looked After Children Sufficiency Strategy 2026-2030.
Key facts
- Barking and Dagenham Council adopted its Community Safety Partnership Strategy for 2026-2030 on September 23, 2026. Source
- The Licensing and Regulatory Committee approved a revised Statement of Gambling Licensing Policy for 2026-2029 on September 3, 2026. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3
- An Overview and Scrutiny Committee heard that 20.1% of residents have experienced hunger due to affordability issues. Source
- The Cabinet adopted the 'A Better B&D' transformation plan on July 14, 2026, to deliver £43.8m of savings by 2029/30. Source
- The Cabinet approved plans on July 14, 2026, to build three new children's homes, providing 17 placements. Source
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