Poland Flashcards
1
Q
When did it join the EU?
A
2004
2
Q
What is the EU Law?
A
free movement of people, capital, goods, and services
3
Q
Aims of EU? (4)
A
- promote economic and social progress
- speak for the EU on the international scene
- introduce European citizenship
- develop Europe as an area of freedom, security and justice
4
Q
Why did the Polish migrate? (3)
A
- for formal jobs with better pay
- pay is 5x more whereas cost of living is only 2x more
- UK NHS
5
Q
Arguments for migration? (4)
A
- antisocial jobs and public service provision
- taxes would be much higher without migrants
- contribute to UK economy
- influence and enrich culture
6
Q
Arguments against migration? (4)
A
- stealing UK jobs
- claiming benefits
- put a strain on public services
- money earnt not put into economy but sent back to Poland
