CP - Section 2a - Shifting Flows Of People, Money, Investment : Harrogate

Question 1

What are the demographic changes caused by shifting flows of people?

Answer 1

Migration of Eastern Europeans into Harrogate is changing the ethnic mix.

Question 2

What are the cultural changes caused by shifting flows of people?

Answer 2

New languages spoken eg) polish, and English courses need to be delivered
New shops
Increase at some faith groups

Question 3

What are the demographic changes caused by shifting flows of investment?

Answer 3

Government policy to increase affordable housing - encouraged property developers and companies to build more low cost housing.
Caused conflict in proposed sites eg) Duchy and Harlow Carr
Likely to lead to younger age profile
New housing will Increase population size
In Pannal - 120 new homes with 25% being affordable
Private companies bring investment investing in specialist dementia care homes and many retired housing - may bring new older people to area.

Question 4

What are the cultural changes caused by shifting flows of investment?

Answer 4

More services set up to cater to elderly people in Harrogate

Question 5

What are the cultural changes caused by shifting flows of ideas?

Answer 5

Annual strEat and family fun festival in Valley Gardens - 4 day celebration with some of the best street food from around the world.
Influences local eating habits, bringing new cuisines to local residents.