Rainham is a crucial geographical location for the development of the Thames Gateway – it is located at the junction of the M25 and the A13 and well connected on rail links. Famous in equal measure for its bird sanctuary and its waste disposal sites, there is a compelling case for the area to receive some kind of further sustainable development, producing jobs and other spin off benefits for the community. LERI were approached to assist Havering Council in their preparation of a bid document outlining the case they wanted to make to receive a licence for a “super casino” under the terms of the 2005 Gambling Act. This project included analysis of Rainham against national indices of deprivation towards identifying the extent to which a large regeneration project, such as a casino, might benefit the area. A further stage of the project developed a community consultation – detailed research designed to capture the wide range of opinion in the local area regarding the casino plan.
We conducted a local survey in Rainham village and in local residential streets. A sample of 253 responded to the questionnaire. As a supplementary method for exploring local opinion two focus groups were held at the CEME centre in Havering. The groups were well attended by Rainham residents keen to ensure a good outcome for Rainham and its surroundings. The research team fed the main findings back to Havering and Sun International (the casino operator most directly linked to the Havering bid). The project found that
This project is one of a number of LERI consultancies examining leisure and entertainment related activities in the Gateway. Alongside analyses of cultural policy and housing development, it is crucial that diverse and sustainable leisure offerings are built into the fabric of the developing region.
Research Team: Karina Berzins and Iain MacRury
For further information contact Iain MacRury
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