Docklands case study focus

• What was the initial reason for the growth of the London Docklands?

  Transport links and enhanced workforce skills
• What were the social impacts that contributed to the decline of the London Docklands?

  Social impacts included urban deprivation, pollution, and lack of concern for education
• How did World War I contribute to the decline of the London Docklands?

  World War I led to machines replacing people, causing job losses
• What was one of the economic impacts of the decline in the London Docklands?

  There were inequalities in housing and many poor areas
• What caused the global depression that affected the London Docklands?

  The global depression was caused by the war, leading to job losses
• How did the decline of the London Docklands affect job availability?

  Many jobs were low-paid and primarily for unskilled workers
• What were the environmental impacts of the decline in the London Docklands?

  Environmental impacts included dereliction, pollution, and waste disposal issues
• What was one of the social impacts of the decline in the London Docklands?


  People could not get high-paid jobs, creating tension and jealousy
• What was the purpose of the regeneration scheme in the London Docklands?


  The regeneration scheme aimed to stop the decline and attract people back
• How much was invested in the regeneration of the London Docklands?


  £10 billion
• What type of jobs were created in the London Docklands compared to Canary Wharf?

  Low-paid manual labor jobs compared to banking and finance jobs
• What were the environmental issues related to waste in the London Docklands?

  Rivers and canals were used as dumping grounds for toxic waste
• What promise did the government make regarding the land in the London Docklands?


  The government promised to clean up the contaminated land
• Why have new industries grown in the London Docklands?


  New industries grew due to government promises to improve redundant areas
• What demographic trend is occurring in the London Docklands?


  A lot of people are moving back into the city for jobs
• How are younger people contributing to the job market in the London Docklands?

  Younger people are learning newer skills, leading to high-paid jobs