The Health & Wellbeing Board and ICB Sub-Committee (Committees in Common) of Barking and Dagenham Council was scheduled to discuss a range of strategic and information items aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of residents. Key topics included the adoption of new strategies for learning disability and autism, residents and communities, and anti-racism, alongside a review of the Marmot Review framework.

Resident's Story

Megan Callen was scheduled to address the committee regarding her experiences as an autistic person.

Learning Disability and Autism Strategy for Adults 2024-2029

The committee was scheduled to consider the proposed Learning Disability and Autism Strategy for Adults for the period 2024-2029. This strategy outlines the council's plans and objectives for supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism over the next five years.

Residents and Communities Strategy 2024-2029

The agenda indicated a discussion on the Residents and Communities Strategy for 2024-2029. This strategy is expected to detail how the council intends to engage with and support its residents and communities.

North East London ICS Anti-Racism Strategy

A significant item scheduled for discussion was the North East London Integrated Care System (ICS) Anti-Racism Strategy. This strategy aims to address issues of racism within the health and care system across North East London.

Embedding the Marmot Review Fair Society, Healthy Lives Framework

The committee was scheduled to review how the principles of the Marmot Review, titled Fair Society, Healthy Lives, could be embedded within the council's work. The Marmot Review, published in 2010, highlighted the social determinants of health and recommended policies to reduce health inequalities.

North East London Joint Sexual and Reproductive Health Strategy 2024-2029

An information item on the agenda was the North East London Joint Sexual and Reproductive Health Strategy for 2024-2029. This strategy would provide an overview of the planned approach to sexual and reproductive health services across the region.

UCLPartners / Macmillan Improving Cancer Journeys Learning Programme

The committee was scheduled to receive information regarding the UCLPartners / Macmillan Improving Cancer Journeys Learning Programme. This programme focuses on enhancing the experience and care pathways for individuals undergoing cancer treatment.

LGA-led Public Health Peer Review

An update was expected on the Local Government Association (LGA)-led Public Health Peer Review. This review is a process where external peers assess the effectiveness and efficiency of local public health services.

Carers Charter and Action Plan Update 2023/24

The agenda included an update on the Carers Charter and Action Plan for the 2023/24 period. This would likely cover progress made in supporting unpaid carers within the borough.