The Full Council of Barking and Dagenham Council was scheduled to convene on Wednesday, 18 September 2024, with a significant portion of the agenda dedicated to key policy adoptions and appointments. The meeting was also set to address the election of the Council Leader and the subsequent announcement of Cabinet appointments.

Election of Leader and Cabinet Appointments

A central item on the agenda was the election of the Leader of the Council. Following this, the Leader of the Council was scheduled to announce the appointments to the Cabinet, outlining the structure of the executive leadership for the upcoming period.

Strategic Director Appointments

The meeting was also scheduled to consider the appointment of two key strategic director roles. These included the appointment of a Strategic Director for Inclusive Growth and Place, and the appointment of an Interim Strategic Director for Resources, who would also serve as the Statutory Chief Financial Officer.

Policy and Plan Adoptions

Several significant policy documents were scheduled for adoption. This included the Private Sector Housing Selective Licensing Scheme 2024-29, which aims to improve housing standards in the private rented sector. Additionally, the council was scheduled to consider the adoption of the Planning Obligations Supplementary Planning Document, which provides guidance on developer contributions towards local infrastructure and services. The Barking and Dagenham 2037 Local Plan was also slated for adoption, setting out the long-term vision for development and land use across the borough.

Tributes and Statements

The agenda included a moment to acknowledge the passing of former Councillor Robin Dixon and Councillor Lee Waker. The Leader of the Council was also scheduled to deliver a statement.

Other Business

The meeting was also to include the noting of minutes from sub-committees, specifically the JNC Appointments, Salaries and Structures Panel. The Labour Group Secretary was scheduled to announce nominations for vacant positions on council committees and other bodies. The agenda also listed provisions for motions, questions with notice, and any other urgent public items the Chair might deem necessary to address. Finally, the council was scheduled to consider whether to exclude the public and press for any confidential or exempt items, though none were listed at the time of the agenda's preparation.