uk in the 21st century

• What international organisations is the UK a member of?

  NATO, UN, and G7
• How has the UK and G7 contributed to global issues?


  They have helped resolve conflict in Ukraine
• What trend has been observed regarding the English language globally?

  The mother tongue has been declining and replaced by other languages
• What are the physical characteristics affecting population density in the UK?

  • Population is spread unevenly
  • Highest density around London, Birmingham, and large cities
  • High density in cities with jobs
  • Low density in rural areas with fewer job opportunities
  • Lower density in mountainous areas
  • High fertile land in the Northern part
  • Higher rainfall in coastal areas and higher elevations
• What has been the trend in working hours in the UK since 2000?

  Overall, working hours have declined
• How has the retail sector been affected by changes in working hours?

  The number of people working part-time has increased
• What economic changes have occurred in the UK since 2000?


  There has been economic growth, a growth in services, and a decline in industrial production
• What are the reasons for uneven population distribution in the UK?

  • Areas with lower density are often rural
  • Lack of jobs leads to insufficient resources
  • Jobs concentrated in cities cause issues like water shortages
• What are the causes of improved health in the UK?


  • Improved access to healthcare
  • Improved diet
  • Reduced smoking
  • Better sanitation
• What are the benefits of improved health in the UK?


  • Better outcomes for some ethnic groups
  • Increased longevity and healthier lives
  • Enhanced quality of life
• What challenges do healthcare services in the UK face?


  Pressure on services due to less funding and not enough doctors
• What threats are facing the UK's economy?


  • Growth in services as the private sector increases
  • Growth in financial services based in London
  • Decline in manufacturing as industries move abroad
• causes of an ageing population

  greater awareness of the ben of a good diet

  improved healthcare e.g. for cancer

  less smoking

  people doing more exercise
• consequences of an ageing population

  increased demand for healthcare which puts increased pressure on healthcare systems

  older people volunteer in hospitals, food banks etc which helps boost the economy

  healthcare costs increase

  older people join clubs which help boost the economy
• responses to an ageing population

  retirement age has been phased out so people keep working

  more immigration

  the state pension age has been increased to 67
• dtm

  birth rate is high

  death rate is falling rapidly
• factors affecting population density

  moderate climate

  lots of water
• how is uks economy changing

  really large economy

  less heavy manufacturing due to competition from abroad

  more technology