Debt Management Policy

The Debt Management Policy explains how we collect money owed fairly and consistently, while supporting residents who are struggling to pay.

Debt Management Policy (PDF, 301.16 KB)

Capital Strategy

The Capital Strategy explains how we plan and fund long-term investments in buildings, housing, and regeneration to support local services and growth, while making sure spending is affordable and sustainable.

Capital Strategy (PDF, 112.53 KB)

Investment and Acquisition Strategy

The Investment and Acquisition Strategy explains how we will invest in housing, regeneration, and commercial projects to generate income, support local growth, and manage financial risks responsibly.

Investment and Acquisition Strategy (PDF, 455.01 KB)

Budget Strategy and Medium Term Finance Strategy

This Budget Strategy and Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) Update sets out the Council plans to manage the challenges posed in the current financial climate by making savings, staying financially resilient, and continuing to deliver key services. This link contains the most recent Cabinet report for the MTFS 2026/7 – 2028/9.

Budget Strategy and Medium Term Finance Strategy (PDF, 384.54 KB)

Pension Fund Investment Strategy

This link contains an external review of the Interim investment strategy for Barking and Dagenham’s Council Fund.

Pension Fund Investment Strategy (PDF, 904.23 KB)

Digital, Data and Technology Strategy

In development

Counter Fraud Strategy

The Counter Fraud Strategy sets out how we will prevent, detect, and respond to fraud to protect public money and ensure services are delivered fairly and honestly.

Counter Fraud Strategy (PDF, 122.71 KB)

Internal Audit Strategy

Our Internal Audit Strategy explains how we will independently check and improve its systems and processes to make sure public money is used properly and services are well managed.

Internal Audit Strategy (PDF, 168.81 KB)

IT Strategy

Our Information & Technology Strategy sets out how we will use digital tools, data, and modern technology to improve services, support staff and residents, and keep systems secure and up to date.

IT Strategy (PDF, 1.99 MB)

Procurement Strategy

In development

Risk Management Strategy

The Risk Management Strategy seeks to outline the Council’s approach to risk management and to support a robust and consistent process for managing risks and opportunities within the Council.

Risk Management Strategy (PDF, 286.86 KB)