Changing Urban Environments - [CASE STUDY] Issues in the CBD (MEDC)

Question 1

What is the example used?

Answer 1

Newcastle, UK.

Question 2

Name some social problems.

Answer 2

Social problems

• Large number of one-parent families.
• Large % of residents of ethnic minority.
• Overcrowding.
• Crime.

Question 3

Name some economic problems.

Answer 3

Economic problems

• Unemployment at 34% in the West End part of the city.
• Decline of coal mining, ship building and heavy engineering industries.
• Recession.

Question 4

Name some environmental problems.

Answer 4

Environmental problems

• Litter.
• Graffiti.
• Land pollution.

Question 5

Discuss the TWDC solution.

Answer 5

• TWDC - The Tyne and Wear Development Corporation.
• Established in 1987.
• Invested millions in infrastructure and schemes to build new houses, create jobs and amenities.
• Newcastle Business Park - £140 million cost.
• Newcastle arena (Metro radio).
• Newcastle Quayside redeveloped with new flats and shops.

Question 6

Discuss the TWECC solution.

Answer 6

• TWECC - The West End City Challenge.
• Established in 1991.
• Spent £37.5 million.
• Create new jobs.
• Improve educational achievements.
• Support training and employment opportunities.
• Improve housing in Scotswood.
• Fitted CCTV to reduce crime.
• John Marley Centre created training opportunities for 1,000 young students.