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Britain's only planned new island community gets Kickstart

Work stopped on the 60 hectare St Mary's Island in 2009 as the economic downturn hit the construction industry hard. With the funding now in place the next two phases of the scheme can begin again on Britain's only planned new island community.

Akin Durojowu, head of area at the HCA, said: "Britain's only planned new island community can now get back on track. I'm delighted the HCA is able to work with and support our partners in transforming the former Naval Dockyard into a well-designed, sustainable and affordable community."

The scheme has high standards of design, planning and sustainability with affordable homes blended throughout the community.

Jonathan Sadler, Thames Gateway development director at SEEDA, said: "We are delighted that the Kickstart funding will enable construction to recommence on St. Mary's Island, one of the largest regeneration sites in the Thames Gateway.

"Our vision has been to create a well designed and sustainable community providing an attractive and peaceful place for people to live. The Island already has a primary school, GP doctors' surgery, pharmacy, mature parkland, riverside walks, a community centre and employment opportunities within walking distance."