Gary Jones

Cabinet Officer

Cabinet - Tuesday, 15 October 2024 7:00 pm

The Cabinet of Barking and Dagenham Council met on Tuesday 15 October 2024 to discuss several key issues, including the future of two tower blocks on the Harts Lane Estate, the allocation of funding for improvements to Gascoigne Road, the renewal of Public Space Protection Orders, the extension of the Household Support Fund, and a new contract for temporary staff. Decisions were made to proceed with public consultation on the demolition of Colne House and Mersea House, allocate funding for the Gascoigne Road project, renew and extend Public Space Protection Orders across four areas, continue the Household Support Fund, and award a new contract for temporary staff.

Community Safety Partnership

Community Safety Partnership - Wednesday, 2 October 2024 10:00 am

The Community Safety Partnership (CSP) met on Wednesday 02 October 2024 to discuss a range of issues impacting community safety in Barking and Dagenham. Key discussions included updates on the Youth Safety Summit, changes to early release schemes for offenders, and the structure of the Combatting Drugs Partnership. The meeting also reviewed police recorded crime figures and discussed the Serious Violence Duty Action Plan.

Community Safety Partnership

Community Safety Partnership - Wednesday, 3 April 2024 10:00 am

The Community Safety Partnership met on Wednesday 03 April 2024 to discuss a range of issues impacting community safety, including updates on tackling anti-social behaviour, drug and alcohol services, and strategies to combat violence against women and girls. Key decisions included the continuation of existing drug and alcohol services while new tenders are processed and an agreement to increase efforts in conducting walk and talks to improve public spaces.

Community Safety Partnership

Community Safety Partnership - Wednesday, 6 December 2023 10:00 am