Voluntary Migration Flashcards
What is an advantage to the UK of having migrant workers from Poland?
20% of migrants have degrees (highly skilled)
What is an economic disadvantage to the UK of migrants?
Remittances- Send money home, so less money paid to the Government in tax and businesses through sales
What is a social advantage of migrant workers to UK citizens and the Government
Take poorly paid jobs and less skilled jobs, allows UK residents to get better jobs
What is a social advantage to the UK culture?
Adds a variety of culture which largely makes the UK what it is, e.g Eastern European food
What is a social disadvantage of migrant workers to UK towns and cities
Can cause resentment and annoyance among locals
What economic reason do the Polish and Bulgarians move to the UK for?
Earn up to 4-5 times more money here
