An abridged history

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The East London River Crossing, a bridge which has been planned in various different forms since the 1940s, is now taking the form of the Thames Gateway Bridge. This would connect Gallions Reach in Beckton, London, England, with Thamesmead. Unlike earlier plans, it would not form a link between the North and South Circulars, but rather be a key element of the regeneration programme for the Thames-side ribbon. Differential tolls would ensure that it would not be used by through traffic.

London, England, Buildings and facilities, Bridge construction

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Quality streets

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The Civic Trust proposes a new approach to urban renewal. It claims schemes are based on property and infra-structure and do not involve the local community enough. The Trust believes commercial and social concerns should be linked and proposes greater use of traffic management, development of leisure shopping areas, street festivals and markets. It favours improving shop fronts and the training of shop staff and would like to see more shopkeepers living on their business premises.

Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, City planning, Urban planning, Civic Trust

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Going to plan?

Article Abstract:

The importance of masterplans in urban regeneration is generally accepted, but their effectiveness is undermined by incorrect application. Many builders and architects have problems with United Kingdom councils' plans and advice on dealing with them is presented.

United Kingdom, Political aspects, Local government

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