#barking-and-dagenham

#barking-and-dagenham

Barking and Dagenham ranked lowest in London for happiness based on Rightmove's study, but it offers attractions that highlight the borough's rich history and green spaces.

The Barking and Dagenham Chamber of Commerce Business Awards recognized local businesses for their exceptional contributions, celebrating successes in a challenging economic climate.

Nesil Caliskan, Labour MP for Barking, criticized the abrupt closure of the maternity unit, emphasizing that local women deserve a safe facility to give birth.

The council hosted an event to appreciate local heroes. The 'Star of the Year' awards were given to seven people, and Freddy Thompson was the proud recipient of the 'Volunteer of the Year' award for his relentless support at Eastbury Manor House and Valence House.

Barking and Dagenham Council is proposing new bus stops on Choats Road to improve public transport access, alongside pedestrian and cycle zone enhancements near schools.

The proposal for two logistics warehouse units aims to meet long-term needs of occupiers and stimulate economic investment in the area.

Margaret Mullane, MP for Dagenham and Rainham, stated that constituents feel their lives are at risk when at the junction of Rainham Road South and Reede Road.

“The May & Baker Sports and Social Club, struggling financially post-Covid, has closed its doors, leaving the community devastated after 80 years of service.”},{

Longhayes Avenue will be closed for a minimum of 43 days for gas mains replacement, with impacts managed in three phases to reduce disruption.

Councillor Saima Ashraf highlighted the upgrades by stating, "It's absolutely fantastic to see the doors reopen to these centres with state-of-the-art facilities for residents to enjoy. The completed works have come at the perfect time with many of us getting our new year's resolutions into action."