London Docklands Flashcards
How many people were employed in 1930 from the docklands?
30,000
What year were the docklands bombed?
1940
Why did the docklands decline?
The Thames became increasingly silted and boats became too large to reach the docks
What port took over from the docklands?
Tilbury
Why did port side industries close?
Containerisation
Outline the decline of the docklands
- decline in manufacturing
- unemployment
- more time and less money
- businesses move out
- lack of social cohesion
- graffiti
- less tax to government
What were the issues with the docklands?
Shopping, transport, employment, open space and industry
What was the first aim of the LDDC?
Economically regenerate the area, by attracting private investment
What was the second aim of the LDDC?
Physically regenerate the area
What was the third aim of the LDDC?
Improve the living conditions and prospects of the docklands community
What year was the LDDC established in?
1981
Who saw that the site had potential for offices?
Von Clemm
How many hectares of land were reclaimed by 1988?
600 hectares
How many homes were created in silvertown urban village?
917
How many social house were built in silvertown urban village?
140
How did manufacturing jobs increase between 1980-1990?
3,500
How did the finance sector increase between 1981-1990?
11,000
Who does Cabots place cater for?
Businesses workers
What shops were found in Cabots place?
PINK, Halifax, books and BA
When did the DLR open?
1987
How much did the DLR cost?
£73 million
When did London city airport open?
1987
When was the jubilee line extension completed?
2000
How much private investment was attracted to every £1 the LDDC spent?
£10 returned to every £1 spent
How much was spent on education and health by the LDDC?
£100 million
When were the Royal docks opened?
1920
