Impacts of change in the service economy

Question 1

What happens when there is a decline in services

Answer 1

Higher rates of poverty (less jobs)

Lower rate of employment growth

Lower rate of immigration of economically active groups

Question 2

What is out of town retailing

Answer 2

Superstores or a collection of chain stores close to good transport links for example Cheshire Oaks

Question 3

What is an 
Office park (business park)

Answer 3

Office buildings all grouped together usually in the outskirts which offer lower building costs, good transport links, less congestion and a pleasant environment.

Question 4

What is a leisure and entertainment complex?

Answer 4

Leisure facilities such as cinemas are increasingly found in the outer areas, often with retail parks.

Question 5

What are the impacts of internet shopping?

Answer 5

The increase of online shopping is having an impact on the tertiary services found in central areas and elsewhere

Question 6

What are the impacts of out of town shopping

Answer 6

Death of the highstreet:

Closure of shops and services in central area as they can’t compete

Closure of chain stores like Toys R us

The central area becomes know for poorer quality shops

The movement to out of town shops favours people with cars.