UK in the 21s Century Flashcards
Where is the population most and least dense in the UK?
In the major cities it is most dense
It is least dense in mountainous regions
What 2 problems does high population density cause?
Housing issues
Stress on health care/schools
What areas get highest/lowest amounts of rainfall?
North and West get the most rain
South and East get the least
Why does low rainfall in the South East cause issues?
The densely populated areas such as London need more water so water has to be transferred on a massive scale
Where is the UKs arable land located?
South and East
How much of the UK is built on
Less than 10%
What stage is the UK on in the Demographic Transition Model?
4
On a population pyramid, what was the largest group in 2001 and 2015?
2001 - 30-39
2015 - 40-49
Where are elderly people usually situated?
High proportion in coastal areas especially in the south west
What is the primary cause of an ageing population?
Low birth rate and high live expectancy
How did the economy change between 1997 and 2007?
Grew strongly:
- Investment in new technology
- Better education
How did the economy change in 2008?
The UK entered a recession meaning the government had to change their priorities:
- More support for businesses
- Decreasing taxes
- Borrowing money
How did the economy change in 2009?
The recession ended and the government had to pay back borrowed money which meant:
- Cutting spending on public services
- Support for new businesses
What is an ‘economic hub’?
A place where economic activity is concentrated
