North - South divide

Question 1

Why is there a North-South divide?

Answer 1

The de-industrialisation of the north (in the ’70s the removal of many industries e.g steel-making).

Whereas in the South, London is a major global financial centre which has improved quality of life in the South.

Question 2

How have the Enterprise Zones aimed to reduce the north-south divide?

Answer 2

• Since 2011, 24 new zones encourage new businesses and new jobs in areas:
• Simple planning regulations speed up the
  establishment of new business
• Ensuring superfast broadband
• Financial allowances for business

Question 3

How has the local enterprise partnerships scheme aimed to reduce the north-south divide?

Answer 3

• Established in 2011, local enterprise partnerships between local authorities and businesses.
• Currently 39 LEPs
• Encouraging investment, creating jobs boosting the local economy

Question 4

How is the ‘Northern Powerhouse’ scheme being used to help reduce the north-south divide?

Answer 4

• HS2 to improve transport connections to the south
• Upgrade to M62
• Liverpool 2 deep water container

Question 5

What is Lancashire LEP development?

Answer 5

• Promote 50,000 new jobs by 2023
• £20mil transport improvements are planned for
  Preston and Blackburn
• Enterprise zones at Samlesbury and Warton will create 6000 new jobs in engineering and manufacturing sector