Employment, Skills and Training Scheme
Havering Council approved a Romford redevelopment expected to support employment and skills opportunities.
Havering Council's Strategic Planning Committee approved plans in July 2026 for the redevelopment of the Jewson builders' merchants site in Romford. This decision is expected to support economic development and employment opportunities in the borough, according to a report to the committee. The approval allows for the demolition of existing buildings and construction of a larger, modern facility at 307-309 South Street.
The redevelopment project is located within the Lyon Road Locally Significant Industrial Site, an area designated for industrial and logistical uses. No further discussions or decisions specifically regarding the Employment, Skills and Training Scheme are currently scheduled at Havering Council.
Key facts
- Havering Council's Strategic Planning Committee approved the Jewson site redevelopment on July 9, 2026. Source
- The redevelopment is expected to support economic development and employment opportunities. Source
- The approved site is at 307-309 South Street, Romford. Source
- The site is within the Lyon Road Locally Significant Industrial Site. Source
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