Hi All
Just wanted to let you know that the Vinopolis redevelopment plans are in with Southwark Planning 15/AP/3066 if you care to see and share your thoughts.
Now I know this idea will be controversial on the forum, however the plans call for several independent retail shops (i.e. clothing). The developers say they don't want chains stores (although this is all that is likely to be able to afford the rents). Alternatively it will be Tourist tat shops who can afford the rent!
I would like to suggest to the developers to work with someone like Whole Foods to complement the market. There is a stranglehold in the area of Tesco/Sainsbury's with no other alternatives. Whole Foods (yes I know the Whole Paycheque reference) do have a good track record working with local producers and would complement the market with items you can't get - beans, lentils, eco household products etc. There is a change.org petition you can sign should you feel the same.
I don't want the area to change and loose it's unique character. Although I am not against the redevelopment, it would be better to make sure the local community is heard and not railroaded.
Just wanted to let you know that the Vinopolis redevelopment plans are in with Southwark Planning 15/AP/3066 if you care to see and share your thoughts.
Now I know this idea will be controversial on the forum, however the plans call for several independent retail shops (i.e. clothing). The developers say they don't want chains stores (although this is all that is likely to be able to afford the rents). Alternatively it will be Tourist tat shops who can afford the rent!
I would like to suggest to the developers to work with someone like Whole Foods to complement the market. There is a stranglehold in the area of Tesco/Sainsbury's with no other alternatives. Whole Foods (yes I know the Whole Paycheque reference) do have a good track record working with local producers and would complement the market with items you can't get - beans, lentils, eco household products etc. There is a change.org petition you can sign should you feel the same.
I don't want the area to change and loose it's unique character. Although I am not against the redevelopment, it would be better to make sure the local community is heard and not railroaded.