How Successful Is Regeneration Flashcards
Different ways to assess the success of regeneration
National Audi commission produced a series of indicators to represent successful economic regeneration
Measurement- (e) measure income, poverty, (s) reduction in inequality/deprivation, demographic changes, (e) reduction in pollution levels, derelict land
Fieldwork/research- (e) census data, neighbourhood statistics, (p) interviews, social media (e) photograph comparison fieldwork environmental quality
Regenerating Plymouth (not successful)
Large naval city employing lots of people
Received investments to improve coastal areas, Plymouth university, Plymouth Hoe hosts events for music events.
Despite these developments there is still high levels of inequalities. 90% housing have low wages/aspiration. With the 2011 census showing decrease in health, long term employment and education results.
Different stakeholders have different views on the success of Plymouth
Rural regeneration Causeway Coast NI
Causeway coast has used variety of strategies to restructure economy. Area famous for basalt pillar coastline and sport success golf.
Successful local projects such as markets go attract visitors and money.
Bigger projects
Rural diversification 8.5 million
£500,000 support farming businesses
Success: jobs 3% economic growth
Tourism new tourism projects/activities. Enhance tourism amenities
Success: 10% increase in tourism, jobs
Basic serves and transport tackle low educational attainment, tackle dereliction
Success: better quality of life
Conservation and rural heritage conserve historical buildings.
Success: more visitors to heritage sites
