Changing Urban Environments - [CASE STUDY] Issues and solutions in Inner Cities (MEDC)

Question 1

What were the Social problems?

Answer 1

Social problems

• Overcrowding.
• Crime.
• Drugs.
• Poor educational achievement.

Question 2

What were the Economic problems?

Answer 2

Economic problems

• Very few jobs.
• Crime - loss of income.

Question 3

What were the Environmental problems?

Answer 3

Environmental problems

• Urban decay.
• Litter.
• Graffiti.
• Poor quality housing.

Question 4

Explain the first strategy.

Answer 4

• UDC’s - Urban Development Corporations, e.g:
• LDDC - London Doclands Development Corporation - 1981-1998.
• £1.86 billion public sector investment.
• £7.7 billion private sector investment.
• 2,700 businesses trading.
• 5 new health centres, redevelopment of 6 more.

Question 5

Explain the second strategy.

Answer 5

• Hulme, Manchester. City Challenge of 1990’s.
• Local authorities, private companies and local community work together.
• Replace old terraces built in 1960s.
• £37.5 million profit from challenge.
• Energy efficient and pleasant houses.
• Local schools and a new park built.

Question 6

Explain the third strategy.

Answer 6

BedZed - See flashcards.