Rural - KQ4 (sustainable management)

Question 1

Define sustainability

Answer 1

A form of development in which basic standards of living are raised without compromising the needs of future generations

Question 2

How is sustainability possible in rural areas?

Answer 2

• Sustainable farming

- Sustainable use of water, electricity and transport

Question 3

What are some sustainability issues in North Norfolk?

Answer 3

• More affordable housing
• Better job, career and training opportunities
• More leisure opportunities (especially for young people)
• Protection of the environment
• Action against coastal erosion and flood risk

Question 4

What are some sustainability policies in North Norfolk?

Answer 4

• Regeneration of Cromer using EU funding (eg pier and promenade)
• Outreach programmes run by UEA
• Maintaining and improving coastal defences in Cromer and Sea Palling

Question 5

What is the North Norfolk Community Strategy?

Answer 5

It is a place where ..

• People feel safe and live in nice homes
• Equality and diversity are valued and celebrated
• People have diverse career and training opportunities and jobs that add value to area
• Communities can access a wide range of activities to meet everyone’s needs
• The environment is protected and heritage of the area is maitained

Question 6

What are some sustainability achievements in North Norfolk?

Answer 6

• Affordable housing = in 2007 57 new homes built for residents
• Better job/career/training opportunities = North Norfolk Business Forum improves education and training // The Virtual Business Support Programme promotes and supports self-employment and small businesses
• More leisure/recreational activities = ‘Its Our Theatre’ - arts project for 4 - 25 year olds // Holt Youth Project for young people to socialise, learn vocational skills and enhance work opportunities

Question 7

How is sustainability managed in Cambourne?

Answer 7

• Morrison’s provides employment for locals
• Lots of young families = community feel
• Affordable housing

Question 8

What are the problems with sustainability in Cambourne?

Answer 8

• Morrison’s prevents local farmer’s market and dominates other retail stores
• Lack of amenities for young people
• Lack of schools = kids have to take a bus into Cambridge to go to St Bedes
• Overburdened medical centre
• Last bus is 11pm/very few buses
• Congestion into Cambridge due to commuters