Being in space: new communities realised in London

Liz Kessler, the former public space coordinator at EC1 New Deal for Communities highlighted the need for detailed work at a neighbourhood level to make parks and streets attractive. They are the front doors to homes, shops, schools and work.

The New Deal invested #6m in projects, which was supplemented by contributions from English Heritage and Transport for London. Projects included widening pavements, removing car parking and bringing new life to the streets.

The New Deal had helped to reestablish a market and bring new life to five parks. She emphasized the importance of cross-disciplinary teams and working with the local community.