Joanne Starkie
Activity Timeline
Meetings Attended Note this may include planned future meetings.
5 meetings
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.
Health & Wellbeing Board and ICB Sub-Committee (Committees in Common) - Tuesday, 5 November 2024 5:00 pm
The Health & Wellbeing Board and ICB Sub-Committee (Committees in Common) met on Tuesday 5 November 2024 to discuss and approve several key strategies and plans aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of residents. Decisions made included the approval of the Learning Disability and Autism Strategy for Adults 2024-2029, the Residents and Communities Strategy 2024-2029, and the noting of progress on embedding the Marmot Review framework. The meeting also covered the North East London ICS Anti-Racism Strategy, the North East London Joint Sexual and Reproductive Health Strategy, and updates on the UCLPartners / Macmillan Improving Cancer Journeys Learning Programme, the LGA-led Public Health Peer Review, and the Carers Charter and Action Plan.
Health & Wellbeing Board and ICB Sub-Committee (Committees in Common) - Tuesday, 10 September 2024 4:30 pm
The Health and Wellbeing Board and ICB Sub-Committee met on Tuesday 10 September 2024, discussing a range of critical health and social care issues for Barking and Dagenham residents. Key decisions included the approval of the Adult Social Care Prevention Plan 2024-2034 and the publication of the Joint Strategic Needs Assessment 2023/24. The meeting also provided updates on specialised services, maternity and neonatal services, child death overview, and winter planning.
Cabinet - Tuesday, 17 October 2023 7:00 pm
The Cabinet of Barking and Dagenham Council met on Tuesday 17 October 2023 to discuss the council's revenue budget monitoring, the Council Tax Support scheme, and proposals for controlled parking zones. Key decisions included the approval of amendments to the Controlled Parking Zone (CPZ) policy, the endorsement of a new income-banded discount scheme for Council Tax Support, and the agreement to participate in a business rates retention pool with Thurrock and Havering Councils.
Overview and Scrutiny Committee - Wednesday, 13 September 2023 7:00 pm
Decisions from Meetings
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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
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
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
- 5
- Average per month
- 0.2
- Decisions recorded Not all decisions are recorded, so this may significantly underestimate the number of decisions actually made.
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