Victoria Park Anglers Alliance (VPAA) is a voluntary community group set up in 2003, by anglers living in East London, to improve the fishing in Victoria Park lakes. Victoria Park is run by Tower Hamlets Borough Council (forming part of the border with neighbouring borough Hackney). By improving the underlying health and biodiversity of the ecosystems, both in the water and within the surrounding habitats, VPAA intend to provide opportunities for local people to learn to fish in an enjoyable, safe and pleasant environment rich in wildlife.