London Docklands Flashcards

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What were the economic advantages of the London Docklands development?

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More people pay taxes so more economy
More businesses move to the area
Over £12bn of private sector investment
190,000 jobs created

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What were the economic disadvantages of the London Docklands development?

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Lost huge money from buying land
Basic food prices increased

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What were the social advantages of the London Docklands development?

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Over 20,000 houses developed
Crime decreased
Large modern shopping complex developed
3,500 houses rebuilt or refurbished
Road improvements

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What were the social disadvantages of the London Docklands development?

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Local people became more isolated
Conflict between locals and professionals
No jobs for locals
Locals can’t afford luxury flats

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What were the environmental advantages of the London Docklands development?

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20,000 trees planted
Parks and green spaces created
Less dereliction

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What were the environmental disadvantages of the London Docklands development?

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Railway disrupted so land destroyed and increased pollution
Destruction of habitats
More car usage

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What were the political advantages of the London Docklands development?

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Brought multi-national investment
Government spent £441m on the docklands
Brought £4.4bn of private investment

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What were the political disadvantages of the London Docklands development?

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Local people has no involvement in the scheme
No locals were interviewed about the development

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