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Barking and Dagenham

British

/ ˈbɑːkɪŋ /

noun

a borough of E Greater London. Pop: 165 900 (2003 est). Area: 34 sq km (13 sq miles)

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Dominic Twomey, leader of Barking and Dagenham Council, said child poverty remained a serious issue in the borough.

From BBC • Dec. 13, 2025

The displaced residents who have not been staying with friends or family have been provided accommodation in hotels paid for by Barking and Dagenham Council.

From BBC • Aug. 30, 2024

Barking and Dagenham Council has said the building affected by Monday's fire was privately-owned, but that it was working to provide support to residents.

From BBC • Aug. 27, 2024

Cllr Rodwell is Labour’s general election candidate in Barking and the leader of Barking and Dagenham Council.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2024

A Barking and Dagenham Council investigation found none of the karts had undergone to pre-racing checks, which were supposed to happen daily, according to the Local Democracy Reporting Service.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2024

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