Migration in post-war Britain Flashcards
1
Q
Why did the post-war British government encourage immigration (migration into the UK)?
A
Huge task of rebuilding after WW2
Labour shortages
2
Q
Which parts of the world did Britain favour immigration from?
A
Ireland
Europe
3
Q
Which part of the world did Britain encourage immigration from in 1948?
A
West Indies
4
Q
In the 1950s, where were centres set-up to recruit Bus drivers?
A
West Indies
5
Q
In the 1950s, where were agents sent to find textile workers and engineers?
A
India and Pakistan
6
Q
How long did the migration from West Indies/India/Pakistan and Bangladesh to the UK go on for?
A
25 years
7
Q
In the 1950s, which areas of Britain sent agents to India and Pakistan to recruit workers?
A
North of England
Midlands
