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Leaders, Mayor and Chief Executives from our nine boroughs joined together in Enfield to discuss housing development with Tom Copley, Deputy Mayor for Housing and Residential Development.
With a population growing faster than elsewhere in the capital, boroughs in the Local London sub-regional partnership are seeking to attract investment to unlock housing and infrastructure to support thriving communities.
The boroughs’ recently launched Vision for Growth highlights the sub-region’s vast opportunities, as home to 55% of London’s undeveloped land and connections to UK and international markets.
Home to many of London’s biggest development and growth opportunities, the sub-region’s new Vision outlines how working together, partners across the nine boroughs can capitalise on opportunities to create a place where everyone can live well and succeed.
During their visit to Enfield, delegates were given an exclusive tour of Meridian Water, the Council’s landmark regeneration scheme set to deliver 10,000 new homes and 6,000 jobs adjacent to the Lee Valley Regional Park.
The tour also showcased the Enfield Construction Skills Academy, a pioneering initiative established by Enfield Council, Countryside Partnerships, and Capital City College. The Academy is equipping approximately 500 learners annually with vital skills through apprenticeships and training courses, ensuring local people can access high-quality employment opportunities and play an active role in shaping the area’s transformation.
Tom Copley, Deputy Mayor for Housing and Residential Development said: “Tackling the housing crisis in London is a top priority for the Mayor and me, and we are doing everything we can to deliver more homes of all tenures. Today’s discussions help support our work by focusing on how new investment in housing and infrastructure across east London boroughs will strengthen communities and unlock the capital’s full economic potential. We look forward to working together to deliver the homes in London we desperately need as we build a better and fairer city for all.”
Cllr Okereke Chair of Local London and Leader of Greenwich, said "This is an incredibly exciting time for our sub-region. Our newly launched Vision sets out the significant opportunities ahead, while highlighting the critical need for investment across our boroughs. Alongside attracting that investment, we are focused on unlocking housing and infrastructure and driving forward employment and skills. The Enfield Construction Skills Academy is a fantastic example of equipping local people with the expertise they need to access quality jobs and play a central role in our growth journey.”
Cllr Ergin Erbil, Leader of Enfield Council, said: “Enfield continues to create decent jobs and build decent homes for local people. We have a good history of delivering major projects that improve our neighbourhoods and create opportunities for our residents. Meridian Water shows our commitment to building successful communities where everyone can do well. We’re especially proud of the Enfield Construction Skills Academy. It’s a partnership that could be copied in other places, and we were pleased to share what we’ve learned with colleagues from across our sub-region today.”
Discover more about our Vision for Growth: local.london/vision
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