Canary Wharf Case Study Flashcards
1
Q
Positives of regeneration
A
-Rise of knowledge economy so economic development (Pos Multiplier Effect)
-Older people moving to Southend on Sea = Young workforce (avg 31)
-Extend Ldn Underground = Commuters
-Migration in 2000s means east Ldn more diversified
2
Q
Negatives of regeneration
A
-Gentrification broke up traditional communities
-Those with ill health etc.. all in same area creating deprivation (Tower Hamlets)
-Extreme cost of living
3
Q
Why was it regenerated?
A
-Experiencing deprivation after port was no longer in use due to containerisation meaning ships were too large for London Docklands
