Cllr Val Masson

Annual Meeting, Assembly - Friday, 22 May 2026 7:00 pm

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.

Assembly - Wednesday, 25 February 2026 7:00 pm

The Assembly of Barking and Dagenham Council met on Wednesday 25 February 2026, approving the budget framework for 2026-27 and a medium-term financial strategy. The meeting also saw the adoption of the Barking and Dagenham Housing Strategy 2026-2031 and the LGA Corporate Peer Challenge report.

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.

Assembly - Wednesday, 28 January 2026 7:00 pm

The Assembly of Barking and Dagenham Council met on Wednesday 28 January 2026, discussing a range of important issues including the annual report of the BAD Youth Forum, the Council Tax Support Scheme for 2026/27, and the Director of Public Health's Annual Report. Key decisions made included the adoption of the revised Sex Establishment Licensing Policy for 2026-2029 and the approval of the Pay Policy Statement for 2026/27. The Assembly also unanimously supported a motion calling for action on contaminated land and the adoption of Zane's Law.