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The London Plan July 2011 – RTF version
See also Map 7.5 Blue Ribbon Network and Policy 7.18/Table 7.2
2.87 The East London Green Grid set the sub regional framework 23 for the
enhancement of and integration of green infrastructure into the development
of that area, and complements the Green Arc Initiative that aims to improve
access to, and the quality of, the countryside around London. The Mayor,
working with the boroughs, the London Parks and Green Spaces Forum, The
Royal Parks and other key stakeholders (including, where appropriate, those
outside London), will support the extension of this approach across London.
2.88 Green infrastructure performs many of the following functions, including:
• protection and enhancement of biodiversity, including mitigation of new
development
• making a positive contribution to climate change by adapting to and
mitigating its impact
• improving water resources, flood mitigation and reduced flood risk
through sustainable urban drainage systems
• increasing recreational opportunities, access to and enjoyment of open
space and the Blue Ribbon Network to promote healthy living
• creating a sense of place and opportunities for greater appreciation of the
landscape and cultural heritage
• promoting walking and cycling
• as a place for local food production, in line with the Mayor’s Capital
Growth strategy
• as a place for outdoor education and children’s play.
2.89 Open space strategies are a key element in promoting and enhancing and
ensuring effective management of London’s network of open spaces. These
need to be kept under review by Boroughs and action plans produced to
ensure that the strategies are implemented. These action plans should be
used proactively in developing LDD policy, masterplanning and identifying
opportunities provided by development applications (Policy 7.18). The
Mayor has published best practice guidance on the preparation of open space
strategies jointly with CABE Space 24 .
The Key Diagram
2.90 The Key Diagram brings together the main components of the spatial
strategy of this Plan outlined above. It shows the emphasis upon growth
within the existing London boundary while protecting the Green Belt and
open spaces, and with policy and transport linkages in the main development
corridors into the surrounding regions. It outlines growth areas of national
importance: Thames Gateway and London-Stansted-Cambridge-
Peterborough, as well as those of importance to the wider south east:
London-Luton-Bedford; Wandsworth-Croydon-Crawley (‘Wandle Valley’)
and the Thames Valley/’Western Wedge’. The Central Activities Zone is
highlighted together with the Metropolitan town centres which will be
23 Mayor Of London. East London Green Grid Framework. London Plan Supplementary Planning
Guidance. GLA, 2008
24 Mayor of London/CABE Space. 2009 op cit
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