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Selective licensing scheme
Barking and Dagenham Council to implement new additional HMO Licensing Scheme to improve standards of shared homes

A new additional licensing scheme for houses in multiple occupation (HMOs) will launch across Barking and Dagenham in the new year, following its approval at the council’s Cabinet meeting on 23 July 2024.

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Seized cigarettes
Dagenham shop fined thousands for selling illegal tobacco

A routine inspection by Barking and Dagenham Council’s Trading Standards Officers has resulted in a local shop being found guilty at court and ordered to pay thousands.

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Illegal cigarettes seized
Trading Standards seize illegal tobacco and vapes in Barking and Dagenham

Trading Standards carried out raids across Barking and Dagenham on 26 and 27 November as part of Operation CeCe, a nationwide initiative to tackle the illegal tobacco trade.

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Sporting Memories Club for over 50s
Abbey Leisure Centre Sporting Memories Club for 50+

Every Tuesday!

Join the Sporting Memories Group for a weekly celebration of sports and camaraderie! Perfect for those over 50 who enjoy reminiscing about the good old days of sports or simply want to spend time in a friendly atmosphere.

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Sporting Memories Club for over 50s
Dagenham & Redbridge FC Sporting Memories Club for 50+

Every Thursday!

Join the Sporting Memories Group for a weekly celebration of sports and camaraderie! Perfect for those over 50 who enjoy reminiscing about the good old days of sports or simply want to spend time in a friendly atmosphere.

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