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198730 minPG-13documentary

Eastenders

198730 minPG-13documentary

Compulsory purchases in the Docklands have led to increased homelessness, while the London Dockland Development Corporation has created few jobs for local residents.

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Compulsory purchases in the Docklands have led to increased homelessness, while the London Dockland Development Corporation has created few jobs for local residents.

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Local residents in London's Docklands face increased homelessness due to compulsory purchases by the London Dockland Development Corporation. The government allows the corporation to regenerate the area, but few jobs have been created for the community. As redevelopment continues, the impact on people's lives becomes evident. The documentary presents the challenges locals encounter amid the transformations taking place in their neighborhood.

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