UK Human - The North East Flashcards
1
Q
The Change in the UK’s Manufacturing industry
A
UK’s Manufacturing industry has shrunk by two thirds in the last 30 years
2
Q
Change in Manufacturing employment in the North East
A
For the North East, employment in manufacturing has fallen by 30%
3
Q
How many people were working in coal mines in 1947 in the North East of England?
A
In 1947 there were 108,000 coal miners working in 27 pits- last mine closed in 1994
4
Q
When did the Manufacturing industry truly close in Sunderland?
A
Last shipyard closed in Sunderland in 1988 and last major glass-makers in 2007
5
Q
Change in the North East’s Structure
A
In 1971, Manufacturing accounted for 40% of employment in the area, but by 2011 this was down to about 10.2%
6
Q
What has the North East become
A
The North East Of England
