Stratford Urban regeneration

• What significant change occurred in the London Docklands in the 1960s?


  Closure of many docks leading to job losses
• What was the impact of the job losses in the London Docklands?


  People left the area to look for jobs elsewhere
• What period did the urban regeneration of the London Docklands occur?


  Between 1981 and 1998
• What is meant by urban regeneration?


  Complete transformation of an area through refurbishment
• What is Canary Wharf known for?


  Expensive apartments, exclusive shops, and large company head offices
• What was the condition of Stratford before regeneration?


  It had one of the most deprived communities in the country
• What does deprivation refer to?


  A lack of basic materials needed for a decent quality of life
• What infrastructure issues did Stratford face before regeneration?


  There was a lack of infrastructure and poor environmental quality
• What event was partly responsible for the regeneration of Stratford?

  The 2012 London Olympics
• What was the name given to the park after the Olympic Games?


  Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
• What are the social benefits of the Stratford regeneration?


  • Over 33,000 new homes by 2036
  • Five new neighborhoods with green spaces
  • A new academy for ages 3 to 18
• What are the economic benefits of the Stratford regeneration?


  • Well-connected area for commuters
  • New jobs in construction and tourism
  • Estimated 100,000 new jobs by 2030
• What are the environmental benefits of the Stratford regeneration?

  • Sustainable design with walking and cycling routes
  • Provision of public transport
  • Protection of green spaces and natural habitats
• What is sustainability in the context of urban regeneration?


  The ability to keep something going over time without harming people or the environment
• What is a habitat?


  A place where plants, animals, and microorganisms live
• How does the multiplier effect relate to the regeneration of Stratford?


  Positive changes create knock-on effects for other businesses
• What is the significance of the term "commuters" in the context of Stratford's regeneration?


  People who live in one area and travel to another place to work
• What is the estimated number of new jobs that could be created in Stratford by 2030?


  Over 100,000 new jobs
• What are the planned features of the new neighborhoods in Stratford?


  Lots of green spaces and affordable housing