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Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
18 meetings · Page 1 of 4
Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 11 March 2026 7:00 pm
The Overview and Scrutiny Committee met on Wednesday 11 March 2026 to discuss the Educational, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) process and receive an update on housing performance. The committee noted the final report and recommendations for the EHCP review, which focused on improving communication and co-production. They also reviewed the housing update, noting progress in reducing temporary accommodation and improving tenant satisfaction, while acknowledging challenges in areas such as rough sleeping and the condition of some homes.
Assembly - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 7:00 pm
The Full Council of Barking and Dagenham Council met on Wednesday 25 February 2026. The meeting included discussions and presentations regarding the budget framework for 2026-27 and a medium-term financial strategy, the Barking and Dagenham Housing Strategy for 2026-2031, and the LGA Corporate Peer Challenge report and the Council's action plan.
Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 11 February 2026 7:00 pm
The Overview and Scrutiny Committee of Barking and Dagenham Council met on Wednesday 11 February 2026 to discuss the Educational, Health and Care (EHC) process and a financial review of public health spending. The committee reviewed data gathered and reported on the EHC process, noting a significant increase in demand and pressures on services. They also examined a financial review of public health spending for 2022/23 and 2023/24, which identified potential misapplication of funds and led to the implementation of new financial controls and oversight measures.
Assembly - Wednesday, 28 January 2026 7:00 pm
The Full Council of Barking and Dagenham Council met on Wednesday 28 January 2026, discussing a wide range of topics including the annual report of the BAD Youth Forum, the Council Tax Support Scheme, and the Director of Public Health's annual report. Key decisions included the adoption of the revised Sex Establishment Licensing Policy for 2026-2029 and the approval of the Pay Policy Statement for 2026/27.
Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 21 January 2026 7:00 pm
The Overview and Scrutiny Committee met to discuss the pressures on the Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) process, particularly concerning children moving into the borough, and to receive an update on Barking and Dagenham's Neighbourhood Policing. The committee heard that 178 children with EHCPs moved into the borough in 2025, placing significant demand on services, and received an update on crime statistics and policing strategies, including efforts to tackle robbery and improve community engagement.
Decisions from Meetings
15 decisions · Page 1 of 3
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
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
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
Corporate Parenting Annual Report 2024/25
From: Assembly - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 7:00 pm - February 25, 2026
The Full Council decided to approve the Corporate Parenting Annual Report 2024/25 on 25 February 2026. The report summarises the council's activities in fulfilling its corporate parenting duties and promises to children in care and care leavers. Specific actions included launching the Lifelong Links service, opening another Mockingbird Hub, and providing new specialist support for education, employment, and training.
Approved
Summary
- Meetings attended
- 18
- Average per month
- 1.3
- Decisions recorded Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.
- 15