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Liverpool - Changing Far Place Flashcards

1
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What was the population like in Liverpool in 1851, and why?

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1851, Irish took up 3/4 of the population (due to potato famine)

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What happened in Liverpool in 1830?

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The Liverpool to Manchester railway opened as well as the canal being used for transporting goods

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3
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What happened in Liverpool in 1715?

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The first wet dock opened

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4
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When was Liverpool founded?

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By Royal Charter in 1207

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5
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What happened to Liverpool in 1950?

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The docklands declined due to containerisation

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6
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What was unemployment like in Liverpool?

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It was one of the highest in the UK

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7
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What did Liverpool used to be called (in 1190)?

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Liuerpool - Meaning “Pool with muddy water”

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8
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What increased the size in trading in Liverpool?

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Trade increased in size when trade with Africa & West Indies. Typically slaves

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9
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What happened in Liverpool in 2008?

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Given European Capital of Culture

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10
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What is the project developing Liverpool One called?

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Paradise Project

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11
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How much area did Liverpool One’s development use?

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Regenerated 42 acres of underutilised land

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12
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How many people moved to Liverpool One in the first year?

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13 million

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13
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What % of retailers were new to Liverpool when Liverpool One was created?

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40%

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14
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How did Liverpool One benefit Liverpool?

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Became one of the top 5 shopping destinations.
Incorporates retail, leisure & offices

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15
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When was Albert Dock opened?

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1846

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16
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How did Albert Dock influence visitor numbers?

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Increase of 100,000 visitors per week, up 46%

17
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What is Albert Dock now?

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Comprises of trendy restaurants & bars, retail space, apartments and offices

18
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How long was the regeneration of Albert Dock?

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20 years

19
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Why isn’t Albert Dock used now (as docks)?

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Became too small for modern ships

20
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When did Albert Dock close?

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In 1972, it was made a conservation area in 1976

21
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What happened in 2004 in Liverpool?

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New leadership, £1b investment for regeneration

22
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What are some issues with Liverpool’s reputation now?

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“Neglected city of the North”
Reputation for political instability & strikes

23
Q

What happened in 2023 in Liverpool?

A

Eurovision

24
Q

What is the medial portrayal of Liverpool?

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“Heart as big as Liverpool” - Pete Wylie

25
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How many visitors visited Liverpool’s city region in 2012, and how did this effect the economy?

A

57m. Visitor economy was worth £3.4bn. This supported nearly 46,000 jobs.

26
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How many people moved the Liverpool John Lennon airport in 2012

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Nearly 4.5m people

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