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Brent Council’s $53.5M price tag for Bridge Park’s Phase One—up from $50M—sparks community outcry as the historic Black-led leisure center faces redevelopment amid rising costs and unannounced Phase Two expenses. Once Europe’s largest Black community enterprise, the site’s heritage isn’t being erased, but its future is under fire. With $39M from SCIL funds and $2.5M borrowed, the council vows to honor its legacy while exploring alternatives to cut reliance on developer contributions. Construction starts April 2028, promising a modern facility with a 25m pool, fitness suites, and more—but locals question whether progress justifies the price.

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