Case Study - urban renewal - London Docklands

Question 1

When did redevelopment of the Docklands begin?

Answer 1

In the early 1980’s

Question 2

Why was the UDC - London Docklands Development Corporation set up?

Answer 2

To regenerate this part of East London. The area was mostly derelict due to the decline in the docks. The introduction of a container port at Tilbury led to the docks going into decline.

Question 3

What did they do to develop this area?

Answer 3

Improvements in transport (Docklands light railway), a city airport. Extension to the tube.