Lesson 6 - Cultural Diversity Flashcards
Define Cultural Diversity
The existence of a variety of ethnic/cultural groups within a region
Which 3 factors have had the largest influences on cultural diversity in Britain?
Social Clustering
Government Policy
Accessibility of key cities + physical factors
What is social clustering?
Preference of people you wish to live near/with
How has social clustering influenced British cultural diversity?
Large populations of a particular ethnic group develop within cities
What has developed in Wembley as a consequence of social clustering?
Large Hindu community
Shree Sanatan Hindu Mandir Temple
How can social clustering benefit a city?
Development of communal facilities
Protection from racial tension
Economic benefits due to introduction of new cultures + produce
How did government policy affect cultural diversity following WW2?
Migration encouraged due to labour shortages
Influx of black Afro-Caribbean migrants from 1948 onwards
What was the first merchant ship to arrive in London?
Empire Windrush
How did accession to the EU affect British cultural diversity?
Free movement of EU citizens induced large migration from member states
Large rise in foreign born population since 1995
Which agreement regarding migration did the UK not sign, and what did this entail?
Schengen Agreement
Agreement allowed passport free movement of EU citizens across most of continental Europe
How does accessibility to key cities affect cultural diversity?
Determines population patterns
Poor accessibility, little CD
Low income migrants may have limited access to transport
How can physical factors affect CD?
Remote rural Britain offered few opportunities (Also due to local ownership)
Proximity to cities prevented migrant communities from settling
Where do migrants often choose to set up their communities?
Near key entry points to city/country
Airport, train station etc.
To what extent does the South East dominate UK migration?
More than 50% of all overseas citizens live in London + SE
Most are 21-35 years old, contributing to economic development
How have skilled and unskilled migrants benefitted from life in the South East?
Skilled - Gained jobs in London’s knowledge economy
Unskilled - Easy to find work, however hours may be unsocial and wages insufficient
