Elizabeth Kangethe
Cabinet Member for Educational Attainment & School Improvement
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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
236 meetings · Page 1 of 48
Cabinet - Tuesday, 21 April 2026 7:00 pm
The Cabinet of Barking and Dagenham Council met on Tuesday 21 April 2026, approving several key procurement decisions and a refreshed Carers Charter. Significant decisions included the approval of a multi-sports proposal for the May & Baker Sports Club, the continuation of emergency accommodation contracts for homeless households, and the procurement of new refuse collection vehicles and electrical testing services.
Community Safety Partnership - Wednesday, 1 April 2026 - 10:00 am
The Community Safety Partnership meeting scheduled for 1 April 2026 was set to discuss a new vision for the borough, It Starts Here: Partnerships for Change,
alongside updates on key areas such as the HMIP inspection of the Youth Justice Service and proposals for a new website and learning management system. The meeting also planned to cover progress on combating drug and alcohol-related harm, the timeline for a Serious Violence Needs Assessment, and updates from various sub-groups.
Cabinet - Tuesday, 24 March 2026 - 7:00 pm
The Cabinet of Barking and Dagenham Council met on Tuesday 24 March 2026, approving a series of significant decisions across regeneration, financial support, environmental initiatives, and service contracts. Key outcomes included the appointment of preferred partners for the Barking Regeneration Partnership, the approval of new Discretionary Financial Support Schemes, and the adoption of an Interim Biodiversity Duty Statement.
Health & Wellbeing Board and ICB Sub-Committee (Committees in Common) - Tuesday, 17 March 2026 5:00 pm
The Health & Wellbeing Board and ICB Sub-Committee meeting on 17 March 2026 focused on improving the health and well-being of carers and residents, with key discussions around the JSNA Deep Dive on Carers' Health Needs and the refresh of the Carers' Charter. The meeting also addressed significant updates on the Northeast London Integrated Care Board (ICB) restructure, neighbourhood working initiatives, and the outcome of the Maternity Services CQC inspection.
Assembly - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 7:00 pm
The Full Council of Barking and Dagenham Council met on Wednesday 25 February 2026. The meeting included discussions and presentations regarding the budget framework for 2026-27 and a medium-term financial strategy, the Barking and Dagenham Housing Strategy for 2026-2031, and the LGA Corporate Peer Challenge report and the Council's action plan.
Decisions from Meetings
150 decisions · Page 1 of 30
Carers Charter Refresh and Action Plan 2026/2036
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 21 April 2026 7:00 pm - April 21, 2026
The Cabinet of Barking and Dagenham Council approved the refreshed Carers Charter 2026-2036 and its associated Action Plan on 21 April 2026. Individual directorates will contribute to the Carers Strategic Group to deliver the charter and action plan. The Health and Wellbeing Board will receive updates on the action plan's delivery and development.
Approved
Contract for the Supply of Vehicle Parts, Ancillaries and Other Associated Equipment
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 21 April 2026 7:00 pm - April 21, 2026
The Cabinet of Barking and Dagenham Council decided to approve the procurement strategy for vehicle parts, ancillaries, and associated equipment. The Cabinet authorised the Strategic Director, Housing, Environment and Communities, in consultation with others, to conduct the procurement and award the contract. This decision was made on 21 April 2026.
Approved
Procurement of Electrical Testing Services
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 21 April 2026 7:00 pm - April 21, 2026
The Cabinet of Barking and Dagenham Council resolved to proceed with the procurement of electrical testing services via a mini-competition on 21 April 2026. The decision authorises the Strategic Director, Housing, Environment and Communities, in consultation with the Director of Law and Governance, to conduct the procurement award and enter into necessary agreements. This includes sourcing suitably qualified contractors through the SEC Framework Agreement, Lot 2 – Fixed Installation Testing (FIT), and will involve remedial works identified from Electrical Installation Condition Reports.
Approved
May & Baker Sports Club Multi-Sports Proposal
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 21 April 2026 7:00 pm - April 21, 2026
The Cabinet of Barking and Dagenham Council decided on 21/04/2026 to approve in principle the creation of a multi-sports hub at May & Baker Sports Club through the Football Foundation Hubs programme. The Cabinet resolved to utilise the Football Foundation Hubs programme grant for RIBA Stage 1 and 2 designs and project development, providing 40% match funding from grant reserve. Authority was delegated to the Strategic Director of Inclusive Growth and Place to conduct procurement and enter into contracts.
Approved
Contract for Replacement of Refuse Collection Vehicles
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 21 April 2026 7:00 pm - April 21, 2026
The Cabinet of Barking and Dagenham Council decided to approve the procurement strategy for replacement refuse collection vehicles on 21/04/2026. The Cabinet authorised the Strategic Director, Housing, Environment and Communities, in consultation with others, to conduct the procurement and award contracts.
Approved
Summary
- Meetings attended
- 236
- Average per month
- 1.2
- Decisions recorded Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.
- 150