Transport Issues - UK

Question 1

Why has the number of cars in the UK increased?

Answer 1

• Greater wealth
• A reduction in public transport
• Move goods being moved by lorry
• More people commuting to work

Question 2

What are the economic problems of traffic?

Answer 2

• Delays on public transport
• Fuel cost
• Having to maintain roads

Question 3

What are the social problems of traffic?

Answer 3

• Congestion (traffic jams)
• Accidents
• Delays on public transport
• Traffic causes noise pollution.

Question 4

What are the environmental problems of traffic?

Answer 4

• reliance on fossil fuels
• Air pollution
• Larger cars which pollute more and take up more space.
• Land lost to widen or build new roads.
• Vibrations from cause damage buildings and fumes discolour them

Question 5

What are some solutions to transport problems?

Answer 5

• Trams e.g. Manchester
• Speed cameras
• Park and Ride schemes e.g. Cambridge
• Encouraging use of public transport/bike/walking. Cycle to work scheme.
• Congestion Charge e.g. London and Durham
• Eco-friendly cars
• Bus lanes
• Parking restrictions e.g.permits and high charges.