Victoria Hornby - Councillor for Barking and Dagenham (Barking Riverside)

Victoria Hornby

Deputy Leader of the Minority Group

Green Party Barking Riverside Barking and Dagenham

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Activity Timeline

Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.

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Licensing Sub-Committee

Licensing Sub-Committee - Wednesday, 29 April 2026 7:00 pm

The Licensing Sub-Committee of Barking and Dagenham Council met on Wednesday 29 April 2026 to consider an application to vary the premises licence for Alsa Express, located at 442 to 444 Lodge Avenue, Dagenham. The committee was minded to approve the application with revised hours and conditions, subject to the applicant agreeing to the police's proposed terms, following objections from the Metropolitan Police.

April 29, 2026, 7:00 pm
Licensing Sub-Committee

Licensing Sub-Committee - Wednesday, 4 March 2026 6:30 pm

The Licensing Sub-Committee granted a new premises licence for Judiya Enterprises, located at 70 Station Parade, Barking. This decision followed an agreement reached between the applicant and the Metropolitan Police, who had initially objected to the proposed extended hours.

March 04, 2026, 6:30 pm
Full Council

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.

February 25, 2026, 7:00 pm
Full Council

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.

January 28, 2026, 7:00 pm
Licensing Sub-Committee

Licensing Sub-Committee - Monday, 1 December 2025 7:00 pm

The Licensing Sub-Committee of Barking and Dagenham Council met on Monday 1 December 2025 to consider an application for a new premises licence for Brati A&A Cafe. The committee resolved to approve the application, with the condition that the sale of alcohol on Sundays would conclude at 10pm.

December 01, 2025, 7:00 pm

Decisions from Meetings

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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