This February marks the 20th anniversary of LGBT+ History Month, and Barking and Dagenham Council is proud to join the nationwide celebration under the theme "Activism and Social Change." This theme underscores the pivotal role that LGBT+ individuals have played in advocating for and achieving social progress, benefiting not only the LGBT+ community but society as a whole.

Barking and Dagenham Council is committed to tackling antisocial behaviour and has recently prosecuted a man at court for continuous noise nuisance.

More than 5,600 visitors flocked to Abbey Leisure Centre on Saturday for a free family open day featuring Team GB athlete and TV personality Harry Aikines-Aryeetey.

A home Office-led operation has resulted in a shop in Dagenham losing its licence after multiple contraventions were uncovered.

#StepUpToSocialWork a hugely rewarding programme and could be your next career.

Two leisure centres in Barking and Dagenham have undergone extensive gym upgrades worth £850,000, marking a significant enhancement to the borough's fitness infrastructure.

Barking and Dagenham Council and the Metropolitan Police Service are aware that residents are currently facing with anti-social behaviour, the cost of living and other worrying factors.

Barking and Dagenham Council will be introducing a new Selective Licensing Scheme to improve the management and quality of private rental homes across the borough.

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.

Barking and Dagenham Council is inviting residents to give their views on proposed changes to its working age Council Tax Support (CTS) scheme from 1 April 2025.