Moxon Architects has won Newham Council’s backing for its proposals to deliver a “double-S-curve” bridge across the Royal Victoria Dock in east London as part of the £5bn regeneration of Silvertown.

The practice’s scheme for the Silvertown Partnership will create a new route across the dock for pedestrians and cyclists, offering an alternative to the existing 14m-high footbridge which is only accessible by several flights of stairs and lifts.

Moxon’s bridge will be at a lower level and will be fully accessible. Small boats will be able to pass underneath the structure but a double-bascule mechanism will allow the bride to open at its mid point so that larger vessels can pass through.

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