Name one advantage of building on a brownfield site
1.) Reduces loss of countryside. 2.) Helps revive old urban areas. 3.) Services (Gas, water, electricity) already in place. 4.) Close to urban centres
Define Net migration.
Net migration means the difference between the number of people entering and leaving a country.
Name one disadvantage of building on brownfield sites.
1.) Often more expensive to clear. 2.) Often surrounded by poor run down areas 3.) Higher pollution due to being closer to urban centre.
Define migration
People moving within or between countries.
How does the Church view UK migration?
For migration. Church believes in multiculturalism and understanding so see UK migration as beneficial to improving society.
When were National Parks first set up?
1951
Name one impact a growing population will have effect on UK ecosystems.
1.) Increased building leading to floods. 2.) Destruction of natural habitats. 3.) Increased pollution. 4.) Increase on resources (Food, Water, Energy).
Name an area of disused land that we are allowed to build on?
Brownfield sites
Name one way to reduce pollution in the UK
1.) Improved public transport. 2.) Create more cycle routes. 3.) Create Congestion charge zones. 4.) Electric vehicles. 5.) Car sharing schemes
Why were National Parks set up?
1.) Protect areas of beautiful countryside. 2.) Cultural heritage. 3.) Protect wildlife and habitats.
How does Business & Government view UK migration generally?
For Migration. Business and government see migration as beneficial as it offers increased workers who help the economy and pay taxes.
Does the UK have positive or negative net migration?
Positive (more people entering than leaving).
Which UK city has a congestion charge?
London
What is the two-speed economy?
North/South divide economically. Economic growth is not uniform across the UK. 'Rich' South and 'Poor' North
How many National parks across the UK?
15
What is the current population of the UK? (2017)
65 million
Name one advantage of building on greenfield sites.
1.) Land normally cheaper. 2.) Can build faster as layout not hampered by previous development. 3.) Healthy rural environment
Roughly how many UK properties are at risk of flooding (2017)?
330,000
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