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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
77 meetings · Page 1 of 16
Licensing and Regulatory Committee - Wednesday, 8 July 2026 7:00 pm
Annual Meeting, Full Council - Friday, 22 May 2026 7:00 pm
The Full Council of Barking and Dagenham Council met on Friday 22 May 2026 to discuss a range of important matters, including the appointment of the Mayor and Leader of the Council, the formation of political groups, and the allocation of seats on various committees and bodies for the upcoming municipal year. The meeting also included discussions on the Members' Allowances Scheme for 2026/27 and the noting of minutes from previous meetings.
Planning Performance Review Sub-Committee - Tuesday, 31 March 2026 - 6:00 pm
The Planning Performance Review Sub-Committee reviewed the performance of the council's planning, building control, land charges, and street naming and numbering services, noting strong performance in planning application timeliness and appeal dismissal rates. The committee also discussed upcoming government planning reforms regarding the delegation of planning decisions and committee sizes.
Planning Committee - Monday, 16 March 2026 7:00 pm
The Planning Committee of Barking and Dagenham Council met on Monday 16 March 2026 to discuss two key applications. The committee approved a new outline planning application for Barking Riverside, which will allow for a significant increase in housing and the provision of extensive new infrastructure and community facilities. They also approved a non-material amendment to a previous planning consent at Beam Park, relating to the delivery of Beam Park Station.
Decisions from Meetings
15 decisions · Page 1 of 3
Budget Framework 2026/27 and Medium Term Financial Strategy 2026/27 to 2030/31
From: Assembly - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 7:00 pm - February 25, 2026
The Cabinet and Full Council of Barking and Dagenham Council approved the Budget Framework for 2026/27 and the Medium Term Financial Strategy for 2026/27 to 2030/31 on 25 February 2026. The decision included approving a 4.99% increase in Council Tax for a Band D property. The approved budget incorporates savings proposals, growth initiatives, and a revised capital programme.
Recommendations approved
Review of Council Governance Arrangements
From: Assembly - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 7:00 pm - February 25, 2026
The Full Council of Barking and Dagenham Council decided to approve changes to the Council's governance arrangements on 25 February 2026. These changes include renaming the Assembly to Full Council, increasing the membership of the Overview and Scrutiny Committee, and increasing the maximum number of Cabinet Assistants. The Monitoring Officer, in consultation with the Chief Executive and Director of Human Resources and Organisational Development, was delegated authority to make all necessary changes to the Council Constitution.
Approved
LGA Corporate Peer Challenge Report and Action Plan
From: Assembly - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 7:00 pm - February 25, 2026
The Full Council approved the LGA Corporate Peer Challenge Report and Action Plan on 25/02/2026. The council noted the eight recommendations from the LGA Corporate Peer Challenge Team and the Council's Action Plan in response. The council will also be subject to a progress review by the LGA Peer Team by 17 October 2026.
Approved
Treasury Management Strategy Statement 2026/27 and Capital Strategy 2026/27 to 2027/28
From: Assembly - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 7:00 pm - February 25, 2026
The Cabinet and Full Council of Barking and Dagenham Council approved the Treasury Management Strategy Statement and Capital Strategy for 2026/27 on 25 February 2026. The decision included approving the Capital Strategy, Prudential and Treasury Indicators, and the Treasury Investment Strategy. Authority was delegated to the Strategic Director, Resources, in consultation with the Leader of the Council, to amend counterparty lending limits if required.
Recommendations approved
Barking and Dagenham Housing Strategy 2026-2031
From: Assembly - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 7:00 pm - February 25, 2026
The Cabinet and Full Council decided to approve the Barking and Dagenham Housing Strategy 2026-2031 and its accompanying Action Plan on 25 February 2026. The approved strategy sets out six objectives to guide the council's approach to housing needs, including increasing affordable housing supply, improving housing affordability, preventing homelessness, supporting vulnerable residents, improving housing quality and safety, and promoting prevention and wellbeing through partnership. Specific actions include establishing a Registered Provider Forum, piloting a Large Families Taskforce, and developing a Tenancy Strategy.
Recommendations approved
Summary
- Meetings attended
- 77
- Average per month
- 1.5
- Decisions recorded Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.
- 15