Decay of the Docklands After almost every dock had been closed and the need for workers for trade on the Thames was decreasing further, more and more people in the Docklands lost their jobs. New technology simply made them redundant. With the closing of the docks the area became gradually derelict. Most of the unemploeyed workers lived in council estates or left the area. Those who stayed had to suffer from bad conditions, since they were lacking the basic amenities. They were deprived of schools and hospitals, public transport and health care. In 1981, the London Docklands Development Corporations (LDDC) was founded to remedy those shortcomings.
The Docklands today
The Cure People were in need for jobs, so it was necessary to bring big companies to the area. A first step was to improve the infrastructure, roads and public transport, as well as the better supply with gas and electricity. Huge office blocks were built and brought business to the area. Some of the people, who lived there needed to be relocated, but their situation changed for the better: the employment in the Docklands is today three times higher than it was in 1981. Today, the area is a blooming district with businesses as well as private housing, matching every type of financial oppotunities. Living conditions improved on every level. Sometimes, like in this case, change might turn out for the best and creates the chance for another time of prosperity.