The Old Oak and Park Royal regeneration project, managed by a Mayoral Development Corporation (MDC), stands as one of the most ambitious urban transformations in the UK. With a governance structure and scale comparable to the redevelopment of the Olympic Park and Stratford, this initiative represents a generational opportunity to deliver thousands of new homes, jobs, and vital infrastructure to West London.
However, Krupesh is actively advocating to ensure that the focus on this new development zone does not lead to the neglect of established local assets.
Prioritising Existing Local Infrastructure
At a recent City Hall meeting regarding the London Budget, Krupesh raised the critical importance of maintaining and upgrading infrastructure located just outside the designated development boundaries. While the MDC focus is essential for growth, Krupesh emphasised that investment must be balanced to support the wider community.
Key points of the advocacy include:
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Protecting Transport Hubs: Highlighting the vital role of Willesden Junction station in Brent. As a major interchange, it remains a lifeline for connecting residents to the rest of London and supporting the local economy.
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Wider Economic Growth: Ensuring that regeneration benefits “leak out” into neighbouring areas rather than being contained within a single zone.
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Balanced Investment: Calling for a strategy where established infrastructure receives the necessary attention and funding alongside new projects.
A Vision for Inclusive Regeneration
Krupesh continues to push for a holistic approach to West London’s development. The goal is to ensure that as the skyline changes at Old Oak and Park Royal, the existing communities and transport links that have long served the area are strengthened, not sidelined.
By championing the needs of Brent residents and the resilience of local transport networks, Krupesh is working to ensure that the “Olympic-scale” transformation delivers a positive impact for everyone in the region.