Where did this regeneration take place?
Stratford
What year was the Olympics held in London?
2012
How many spectators did the Olympics bring to London each day?
500,000
What was Stratford before it became an Olympic park?
A brownfield site
The Olympic village was converted into how many new homes?
3000
Which 2 venues remain after the Olympics?
- Aquatic Centre
- Olympic Stadium
Why is it important the Aquatic centre remained?
Excellent facility for the next generation
Why is it important the Olympic Stadium remained?
Now a football stadium, brings 50,000 people in weekly which helps the economy
Who are they 3 main groups behind the Stratford regeneration project?
- International Olympic Committee
- 5 London Borough Local Councils (inc Tower Hamlet)
- London Economic Development Agency
In 2001, which boroughs close to Stratford were named the most deprived areas in the UK?
- Newham
- Tower Hamlets
How much will the projected benefits outweigh the costs?
£500 million
What are the main benefits of regenerating Stratford in the long run?
- Land values
- Reduces crime and unemployment in the area
Why is the Stratford regeneration project good for the environment?
- Got rid of a Brownfield site
- Replaced it with open spaces and parks
