Cllr Maureen Worby

The Cabinet of Barking and Dagenham Council decided on 13 October 2026 to approve the direct award of a three-year contract to Change Grow Live (CGL) for the St Luke's Adult Substance Use Service. Authority was delegated to the Strategic Director of People, in consultation with the Director of Law and Governance, to enter into the contract and any necessary ancillary agreements.

The Cabinet decided to approve the procurement strategy for Infant Feeding Services on 13 October 2026. The Cabinet authorised the Strategic Director of People, in consultation with others, to conduct the procurement and award the contract. This includes agreeing to proceed with the procurement in accordance with the report's strategy.

The Cabinet of Barking and Dagenham Council approved the appointment of CREATIVE BARKING & DAGENHAM as operator and the terms of a 30-year lease for the Galleon Arts Centre on 13 October 2026. The Cabinet authorised the Strategic Director of Inclusive Growth and Place, in consultation with others, to enter into the lease and necessary agreements.

The Cabinet and Full Council decided to recommend the adoption of the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham Statement of Gambling Licensing Policy 2026-2029. This policy will take effect after the statutory advertising period.

The Cabinet decided to approve the LBBD Procurement Strategy 2026-2030 on 13 October 2026. The decision endorsed a move towards a centralised procurement operating model. The Head of Corporate Procurement and Contract Management was authorised to make minor amendments before publication.