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

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What is the example used?

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Newcastle, UK.

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Name some social problems.

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Social problems

  • Large number of one-parent families.
  • Large % of residents of ethnic minority.
  • Overcrowding.
  • Crime.
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Name some economic problems.

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Economic problems

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

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Environmental problems

  • Litter.
  • Graffiti.
  • Land pollution.
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Discuss the TWDC solution.

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  • 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.
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Discuss the TWECC solution.

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  • 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.
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