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 meeting on 21 April 2026 saw the approval of plans to redevelop the May and Baker Sports Club into a multi-sports hub, the endorsement of a refreshed Carers Charter and Action Plan, and the continuation of contracts for emergency accommodation for homeless households, refuse collection vehicles, vehicle parts supply, 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 to discuss a range of important issues, approving key regeneration partnerships, financial support schemes, and contracts for essential public services. Decisions were made regarding the Barking Regeneration Partnership, a Discretionary Financial Support Scheme, an Interim Biodiversity Duty Statement, the extension of Fews Lodge into Kallar Lodge, and the award of contracts for Public Health Primary Care Services, Integrated Sexual Health Services, and Children's Residential Care Homes and Independent Foster Care Agency Services.
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 (Committees in Common) met on Tuesday 17 March 2026 to discuss a range of critical issues affecting residents. Key decisions included the refresh and adoption of the Carers' Charter for 2026-2036, alongside its action plan, and the endorsement of 'It Starts Here: Partnerships for Change' as the borough's new place-based vision. The meeting also provided updates on the ICB restructure, neighbourhood working progress, and the outcomes of the CQC inspection for maternity services.
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.
Decisions from Meetings
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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 approved the procurement strategy for vehicle parts, ancillaries, and associated equipment on 21 April 2026. The Cabinet authorised the Strategic Director, Housing, Environment and Communities, in consultation with others, to conduct the procurement and award contracts.
The Cabinet approved the procurement of electrical testing services on 21 April 2026. This will involve sourcing contractors through a mini-competition via the SEC Framework Agreement, Lot 2 – Fixed Installation Testing. The Cabinet authorised the Strategic Director, HEC, in consultation with the Strategic Director, Law & Governance, to conduct the procurement and award contracts.
The Cabinet approved in principle the creation of a multi-sports hub at May & Baker Sports Club on 21 April 2026. This will involve utilising the Football Foundation Hubs programme grant for RIBA Stage 1 and 2 designs and project development, with 40% match funding from grant reserve. The Cabinet also approved in principle accessing the Football Foundation's AGP Framework and the UK Leisure Framework for design and build contracts, allowing for mini-competitions. Authority was delegated to the Strategic Director of Inclusive Growth and Place, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Community Leadership and Engagement and the Director of Law and Governance, to conduct the procurement and enter into contracts.
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.
- 151