Newham neighbourhood votes for council's mini village plan

A neighbourhood in east London is set to be transformed into a "mini village" after a huge redevelopment was approved by locals. Residents of Carpenters Estate in Stratford decided on the scheme to build 2,000 homes. There was a 66% turnout for the borough referendum and the plan was passed with a 73% vote in favour. Newham Council said the community would be "a vibrant neighbourhood in the heart of Stratford". As well as new homes, nearly half of the existing homes will be refurbished and upgraded to make them more eco-friendly, the council said, starting this year.

BBC News (05/01/2022)