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Positions, Voting Record & Activity Summary
Ajanta Deb Roy's council service, as recorded, primarily features activity in 2025, with a strong emphasis on fiscal planning and budgetary matters. In May 2025, she actively participated in the Annual Meeting of the Assembly, notably voting in favor of the Budget Framework for 2025/26 and the Medium Term Financial Strategy covering 2025/26 to 2027/28. This demonstrates a clear focus on the financial health and strategic direction of the council during this period.
While there was no recorded activity or statements from Ajanta Deb Roy during the November 2025 council meetings, her earlier participation in May highlights a commitment to key financial decisions. Given that 2025 is the only year with recorded activity, it is difficult to definitively trace an evolution of focus over time. However, her engagement in the budget and financial strategy in 2025 suggests that fiscal responsibility and long-term financial planning are significant priorities for her. Her most significant contribution in the recorded period is her vote in support of these crucial financial documents, indicating her alignment with the council's budgetary direction.
Yearly Activity Timeline
In 2025, Cllr Ajanta Deb Roy's primary recorded activity occurred in May during the Annual Meeting of the Assembly. On May 14, 2025, she voted in favor of the Budget Framework 2025/26 and the Medium Term Financial Strategy 2025/26 to 2027/28, indicating a focus on fiscal planning and budgetary approval. No recorded activity or statements were made by Ajanta Deb Roy during the November 2025 council meetings.
Monthly Activity in 2025
Ajanta Deb Roy had no recorded activity or statements during the November 2025 council meetings.
Meetings in November 2025
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Cllr Ajanta Deb Roy sent apologies for absence to the Health Scrutiny Committee meeting on October 1, 2025.
Meetings in October 2025
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During July 2025, Cllr Ajanta Deb Roy was identified as a member of both the Health Scrutiny Committee and the Personnel Board.
Meetings in July 2025
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During the Annual Meeting of the Assembly on May 14, 2025, Cllr Ajanta Deb Roy voted in favor of the Budget Framework 2025/26 and the Medium Term Financial Strategy 2025/26 to 2027/28.
Meetings in May 2025
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Ajanta Deb Roy attended the Assembly meeting on February 26, 2025. However, there is no record of them making any specific statements or taking any specific actions during the meeting.
Meetings in February 2025
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
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Standards Committee - Wednesday, 1 July 2026 7:00 pm
Annual Meeting, Full Council - Friday, 22 May 2026 7:00 pm
The Full Council of Barking and Dagenham Council met on Friday 22 May 2026 to discuss a range of important matters, including the appointment of the Mayor and Leader of the Council, the formation of political groups, and the allocation of seats on various committees and bodies for the upcoming municipal year. The meeting also included discussions on the Members' Allowances Scheme for 2026/27 and the noting of minutes from previous meetings.
Assembly - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 7:00 pm
The Assembly of Barking and Dagenham Council met on Wednesday 25 February 2026, approving the budget framework for 2026-27 and a medium-term financial strategy. The meeting also saw the adoption of the Barking and Dagenham Housing Strategy 2026-2031 and the LGA Corporate Peer Challenge report.
Health Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 4 February 2026 7:00 pm
The Health Scrutiny Committee meeting addressed the BHRUT Integrated Sexual Health and HIV Service and the early impact of a new healthy weight commissioning model. Key decisions included noting the update on the sexual health service and reviewing the progress of the healthy weight strategy, which aims for a long-term, population-focused approach to tackling obesity.
Decisions from Meetings
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Budget Framework 2026/27 and Medium Term Financial Strategy 2026/27 to 2030/31
From: Assembly - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 7:00 pm - February 25, 2026
The Cabinet and Full Council of Barking and Dagenham Council approved the Budget Framework for 2026/27 and the Medium Term Financial Strategy for 2026/27 to 2030/31 on 25 February 2026. The decision included approving a 4.99% increase in Council Tax for a Band D property. The approved budget incorporates savings proposals, growth initiatives, and a revised capital programme.
Recommendations approved
Review of Council Governance Arrangements
From: Assembly - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 7:00 pm - February 25, 2026
The Full Council of Barking and Dagenham Council decided to approve changes to the Council's governance arrangements on 25 February 2026. These changes include renaming the Assembly to Full Council, increasing the membership of the Overview and Scrutiny Committee, and increasing the maximum number of Cabinet Assistants. The Monitoring Officer, in consultation with the Chief Executive and Director of Human Resources and Organisational Development, was delegated authority to make all necessary changes to the Council Constitution.
Approved
LGA Corporate Peer Challenge Report and Action Plan
From: Assembly - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 7:00 pm - February 25, 2026
The Full Council approved the LGA Corporate Peer Challenge Report and Action Plan on 25/02/2026. The council noted the eight recommendations from the LGA Corporate Peer Challenge Team and the Council's Action Plan in response. The council will also be subject to a progress review by the LGA Peer Team by 17 October 2026.
Approved
Treasury Management Strategy Statement 2026/27 and Capital Strategy 2026/27 to 2027/28
From: Assembly - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 7:00 pm - February 25, 2026
The Cabinet and Full Council of Barking and Dagenham Council approved the Treasury Management Strategy Statement and Capital Strategy for 2026/27 on 25 February 2026. The decision included approving the Capital Strategy, Prudential and Treasury Indicators, and the Treasury Investment Strategy. Authority was delegated to the Strategic Director, Resources, in consultation with the Leader of the Council, to amend counterparty lending limits if required.
Recommendations approved
Barking and Dagenham Housing Strategy 2026-2031
From: Assembly - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 7:00 pm - February 25, 2026
The Cabinet and Full Council decided to approve the Barking and Dagenham Housing Strategy 2026-2031 and its accompanying Action Plan on 25 February 2026. The approved strategy sets out six objectives to guide the council's approach to housing needs, including increasing affordable housing supply, improving housing affordability, preventing homelessness, supporting vulnerable residents, improving housing quality and safety, and promoting prevention and wellbeing through partnership. Specific actions include establishing a Registered Provider Forum, piloting a Large Families Taskforce, and developing a Tenancy Strategy.
Recommendations approved
Summary
- Meetings attended
- 16
- Average per month
- 0.9
- Decisions recorded Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.
- 15