Urban - London Flashcards
1
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Location
A
europe, southeast of england, on the river thames
2
Q
National Importance
A
- largest and wealthiest city
- trade hub
- financial centre
- capital city of the uk
- generate approx 22% of uk GDP
3
Q
International Importance
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- world city - most important financial city in the world
- attracts investment
- iconic buildings
- high no. of migrants
- headquatrers of many large companies
4
Q
migration + growth
A
- economic migrants - work
- young migrants - unis, natural increase
5
Q
migration + character of the city
A
- more culture is being introduced (eg. notting hill festival)
- more food, languages, fashions, festivals
6
Q
regeneration in a borough
shoreditch
A
- used to be run down and derelict
- council put money into regeneration
- causes new ppl to move back into shoreditch and invest in the area
7
Q
social opportunities
recreation + entertainment
A
- lots of cultural attractions eg. british museum
- theaters
- tourist attractions
- cinemas/concert venues
8
Q
social opportunities
cultural mix
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- enriches cultural life
- music variety
- food variety
- exposure to religions, languages and cultural parties
9
Q
economic opportunities
employment
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- largest contributor to the economy
- residents are more likely to be employed in managerial, professional and technical opportunities compared to the rest of the uk
- regeneration at the docks
- silicon roundabout
10
Q
intergrated transport systems
A
- cars dont make sense
- crossrail reduces journey time and takes more passengers + wider reach
11
Q
urban greening
A
- recreation
- prevents flooding bc drains rainwater from ground
- increases property prices
- improves mental health
- climate change
12
Q
effects
social deprivation
A
- life expectancy
- unemployment
- grades/education
- income
13
Q
causes
enviornmental challenges
A
- road transport
- domestic/commercial heat systems
- festivals
