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Barking and Dagenham Council

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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

  1. Barking and Dagenham Council adopted its Community Safety Partnership Strategy for 2026-2030 on September 23, 2026. Source
  2. 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
  3. An Overview and Scrutiny Committee heard that 20.1% of residents have experienced hunger due to affordability issues. Source
  4. The Cabinet adopted the 'A Better B&D' transformation plan on July 14, 2026, to deliver £43.8m of savings by 2029/30. Source
  5. The Cabinet approved plans on July 14, 2026, to build three new children's homes, providing 17 placements. Source
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This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on, with background from Wikipedia. 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.

Stories, page 4

  1. Audit Committee to Oversee Subsidiary Company Accounts Following Auditor Recommendations The Audit and Risk Committee of Barking and Dagenham Council will now oversee the accounts of the council's subsidiary companies, a move prompted by recommendations from... Barking and Dagenham 27 March 2026
  2. Barking and Dagenham Council Audit to Face Disclaimed Opinions Until 2028/29 Barking and Dagenham Council's audit is expected to continue facing disclaimed opinions for several more years, with a full unqualified opinion unlikely before the 2028/29... Barking and Dagenham 27 March 2026
  3. Biodiversity duty statement approved Barking and Dagenham Council has approved an interim biodiversity duty statement, outlining the council's commitment to conserving and enhancing biodiversity across the borough.... Barking and Dagenham 26 March 2026
  4. Barking and Dagenham Council Approves Regeneration Partnership to Accelerate Development Barking and Dagenham Council has approved a new partnership aimed at accelerating development across the borough, with two preferred partners – Bidder A and Bidder B – appointed... Barking and Dagenham 26 March 2026
  5. Barking and Dagenham Council Rent Collection Misses Target Amidst Universal Credit Migration Concerns Barking and Dagenham Council's rent collection has fallen short of its targets, with concerns mounting over the ongoing migration of tenants to Universal Credit. The latest... Barking and Dagenham 26 March 2026
  6. Council approves dementia care expansion Barking and Dagenham Council's Cabinet has approved a significant £3.25 million investment to expand dementia care facilities by redeveloping Fews Lodge. The project will create... Barking and Dagenham 26 March 2026
  7. New £4.8m fund to help low-income households Barking and Dagenham Council has launched a new £4.8 million fund to provide a crucial safety net for low-income households facing financial hardship. The Crisis and Resilience... Barking and Dagenham 26 March 2026
  8. Queen Mary University and Barking and Dagenham Council launch 'relational health' initiative Queen Mary University of London is partnering with Barking and Dagenham Council to pioneer a new approach to health, focusing on relational health to build trust between... Barking and Dagenham 19 March 2026