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
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
How do right wing political parties view migration to the UK?
Against migration. Right wing parties believe migrants take jobs from British workers and use the UK's social benefits system.
Name an area of disused land that we are allowed to build on?
Brownfield sites
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 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.
How can the UK reduced the North/South divide
1.) High Speed Rail 2 (HS2) 2.) Investment in Northern industry & business. 3.) Improved infrastructure
Name one of the strategies of the National Parks 5 year plan.
1.) Conservation apprentices. 2.) Change transport habits. 3.) Encourage sustainable energy. 3.) Providing funds 4.) Converting old buildings into new premises.
Why were National Parks set up?
1.) Protect areas of beautiful countryside. 2.) Cultural heritage. 3.) Protect wildlife and habitats.
Define Net migration.
Net migration means the difference between the number of people entering and leaving a country.
Which UK city has a congestion charge?
London
Name one reason for the increased flood hazards in the UK?