BRUM Flashcards
What was the most popular sector of employment before 1950?
primary, metal, 50%
What was the post war unemployment rate?
19%
How many houses were destroyed?
5000
What happened to the city ethnically?
it became more diverse, with religious buildings and more migrants
What happened to the city economically?
fell due to lack of investors, war on oil, thatcher, global shift
How did the government help with recent regeneration?
establish schemes like city challenge, £235 million was gained from EU social investment
How did planning help with recent regeneration?
areas have been refurbished, environment has improved, unis have 50,000 students which also employs many people
How did transport help with recent regeneration?
main railway improved with £700 million plan, HS2 being built
What went wrong with birmingham?
global shift, war, deindustrilisation, lack of investment
