Families in Barking and Dagenham are feeling the squeeze from the cost of living. Higher food prices and energy bills are putting real pressure on household budgets. At the same time, residents face rising council tax bills and higher parking permit costs from the local authority. Many residents have also raised concerns about issues such as fly-tipping, street cleanliness and community safety.
A freeze in council tax and a reduction in the cost of parking would help protect working families, pensioners, motorists and those on fixed incomes, while encouraging the council to focus on better value for money and responsible spending. We want to hear your views on council tax levels and local priorities in Barking and Dagenham.
