Lois Taylor

Health & Wellbeing Board and ICB Sub-Committee (Committees in Common) Secretary

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) is scheduled to consider a range of health and social care-related topics. Key discussions are expected to focus on the health needs of carers, the refresh of the Carers Charter, and updates on neighbourhood working and the North East London Integrated Care Board.

Overview and Scrutiny Committee Secretary

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 11 March 2026 7:00 pm

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Barking and Dagenham Council met on Wednesday, 11 March 2026, to discuss the Educational Health and Care Plan (EHCP) process and receive an update on housing matters. Key decisions included agreeing the final report and recommendations for the EHCP process review and noting the progress made in housing, particularly in reducing temporary accommodation and addressing rough sleeping.

Overview and Scrutiny Committee Officer

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 11 February 2026 7:00 pm

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting on 11 February 2026 focused on two key areas: the pressures and data surrounding the Education, Health, and Care (EHC) process, and a financial review of the council's public health spending. Significant concerns were raised regarding the increasing demand for EHC plans, the timeliness of assessments, and the financial management of the public health grant, which led to a potential repayment liability.

Health Scrutiny Committee Officer

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.

Overview and Scrutiny Committee Officer

Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 21 January 2026 7:00 pm

The Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the pressures on the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) system, particularly concerning children moving into the borough, and to receive an update on neighbourhood policing. Key decisions included noting the work programme and receiving updates on both topics.