Regenerating Places - EQ3 Flashcards
What is meant by infrastructure?
The basic facilities and systems that serve an area for the operation of society and enterprise.
What does the national government do in infrastructure developments?
Set policies and priorities and establish regulatory frameworks and coordination to regions assess needs.
What does the treasury do in infrastructure projects?
Sets the budget and allocates governments finances and attracts private investment.
What does the authority do in infrastructure projects?
Provides project support and management and monitors progress.
How much will the Heathrow expansion cost?
£14bn+
How much is estimated to be generated by the economy from the Heathrow expansion?
£61bn by 2030.
How many jobs are to be created from the Heathrow expansion?
77k by 2030.
What is Hinckley Point C?
A nuclear power station.
How much is the Hinckley Point C project going to cost?
£32.7bn
Who is in charge of the construction of Hinckley Point C?
French company EDF Energy.
When will Hinckley Point C start generating electricity?
June 2027.
How many people will have benefitted from the training centre at Hinckley Point C?
8000 people.
What fraction of the trainees at Hinckley Point C are from the most deprived areas?
1/3.
How many apprentices were trained at Hinckley Point C?
1320.
How many homes will be demolished for HS2?
600.
