Leanna McPherson
Council: Barking and Dagenham
Committees:
Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
25 meetings · Page 1 of 5
Health Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 10 December 2025 7:00 pm
The Health Scrutiny Committee is scheduled to discuss GP performance, public health spending, and an update on the interim health facility at Barking Riverside. They will also discuss appointments to the Outer North East London Joint Health Overview and Scrutiny Committee.
Licensing Sub-Committee - Monday, 1 December 2025 7:00 pm
The Licensing Sub-Committee approved an application for a new premises licence for Brati A&A Cafe, but with a condition that alcohol sales must end at 10pm on Sundays, rather than the requested 10:30pm. The sub-committee heard from the licensing officer, interested parties, and the applicant before making their decision, and stated that the licensing objectives would be promoted by granting the application.
Licensing Sub-Committee - Tuesday, 25 November 2025 7:00 pm
The Licensing Sub-Committee was scheduled to convene to consider a licensing matter in the Longbridge ward[^2]. The central item for consideration was the application for a new premises licence for Royal Express, located at 12 Faircross Parade, Longbridge Road, Barking IG11 8UN. This matter was brought before the sub-committee due to representations received from responsible authorities.
Assembly - Wednesday, 19 November 2025 7:00 pm
At a meeting of the Barking and Dagenham Assembly, councillors noted the Local Safeguarding Adults Board Annual Report 2024/25, approved the Annual Youth Justice Plan 2025/26, and agreed to submit the East London Joint Waste Plan Regulation 19 Submission Plan for government approval. The Assembly also noted the Treasury Management Strategy Statement 2025/26 Mid-Year Review, and approved the appointment of Councillor Julia Williams to the Pensions Committee.
Licensing Sub-Committee - Thursday, 13 November 2025 7:00 pm
The Licensing Sub-Committee convened to discuss two applications relating to Costcutter, 14-20 Farr Avenue, Barking IG11 0NZ. The committee refused a new premises licence for the Costcutter, but approved the transfer of the existing licence, with the caveat that this was to facilitate the removal of Ismail Garup as a licence holder, and not an endorsement of Caglar Garup as the sole licence holder.
Decisions from Meetings
25 decisions · Page 3 of 5
Contract for Provision of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Corporate Uniform and Equipment
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 16 September 2025 7:00 pm - September 16, 2025
...to proceed with the procurement of contracts for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Corporate Uniform and Equipment across four lots, and authorised the Strategic Director, Housing, Environment and Communities, in consultation with others, to conduct the procurement, award contracts, and enter into necessary agreements.
Approved
Housing Asset Management Procurement Strategy
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 16 September 2025 7:00 pm - September 16, 2025
...to improve housing standards and fulfil landlord obligations, the Cabinet approved a procurement strategy for multiple capital projects, delegated procurement authority to the Strategic Director of Housing, Environment and Communities, and granted retrospective consent for contracts totalling £5.69m for legacy compliance.
Approved
Be First New Build Portfolio Update
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 16 September 2025 7:00 pm - September 16, 2025
...to note the successful delivery of 205 new homes by Be First in 2025 and the planned handover of 1,357 more, and to approve in principle budget increases for nine specific new build schemes, delegating authority to the Strategic Director, Resources, to finalize and approve the budget requirements.
Approved
Future of Vicarage Field
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 16 September 2025 7:00 pm - September 16, 2025
...to facilitate the redevelopment of Vicarage Field, the Cabinet approved the sale of the Council's freehold interest to Lagmar (Barking) Ltd, subject to planning permission, the commencement of development, and resolution of third-party rights, while also delegating authority for final agreement terms and agreeing in principle to use powers to address third-party rights.
Approved
B&D Energy - Transition to Standalone LASER Contract
From: Cabinet - Tuesday, 16 September 2025 7:00 pm - September 16, 2025
...to approve B&D Energy's transition to a standalone LASER contract, including underwriting the associated financial liability and authorising relevant officers to finalise and enter into necessary agreements.
Approved
Summary
Meetings Attended: 25
Average per Month: 2.1
Decisions Recorded: 25