Protesters occupied the Lakeside Centre in Thamesmead, London, to protest against gentrification and art washing linked to Peabody's redevelopment plans. Longstanding residents fear losing the essence of their community and many affordable homes. Thamesmead, envisioned in the 1960s as a town of tomorrow, now faces urgent housing needs that local councils cannot meet. The new Elizabeth Line has attracted City workers, leading to concerns that the area's working-class residents, particularly from the Nigerian heritage community, are being priced out as property costs rise.
Protesters staged a sit-in at the Lakeside Centre in Thamesmead, highlighting concerns about gentrification and art washing amid plans by housing association Peabody for regeneration.
Residents claim that the community's soul and many socially rented homes will be lost due to Peabody’s plans, described as a significant uprooting and displacement.
The area, initially conceived in the 1960s, is undergoing transformation, yet improvements are necessary, with local councils struggling financially to address urgent housing needs.
Many longstanding residents, part of the diverse Nigerian heritage in Little Lagos, express concern that they are being priced out due to rising property costs and modern developments.
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