Economic development in the UK

• What are the three main causes of economic change in the UK?

  De-industrialization, globalization, government policies
• How has the UK economy changed since the 1960s?

  Manufacturing declined, tertiary industries grew
• How many people were employed in services in the UK in 2017?

  Four million
• How many people were employed in information technology in the UK in 2017?

  670,000
• What is the significance of science parks in the UK?

  They help develop new technologies
• What is the impact of de-industrialization on the UK's industrial base?

  It led to job losses in manufacturing
• Why has manufacturing moved overseas?

  Lower labor costs in other countries
• What effect did government policies have on manufacturing industries in the 1980s?

  Privatization led to major job losses
• What are some negative impacts of industry on the physical environment?

  Pollutants, greenhouse gases, high resource use
• What renewable resource does the Unicorn group in Northern Ireland use?

  100% electricity from renewable resources
• How is the UK improving its transport network?

  By enhancing roads, railways, and airports
• What is the purpose of the Crossrail project?

  To increase Central London's rail capacity
• What is the value of overseas exports for the UK per year?

  £160 billion
• What role does the Commonwealth play in the UK?

  Promotes cooperation among member states
• What is the north-south divide in the UK?

  Economic disparity between northern and southern regions
• What is one method the government uses to resolve regional differences?

  Devolving powers to local councils
• What are enterprise zones designed to do?

  Encourage companies to locate in high unemployment areas
• What is the Northern Powerhouse initiative?

  To reduce inequality in the north
• How much money is being spent to improve Northern schools?

  £70 million
• What is one impact of industry on the physical environment?

  Pollution and greenhouse gas emissions
• Why is trade with other countries important for the UK GDP?

  It contributes significantly to economic growth
• What role do creative industries play in the UK economy?

  They contribute to cultural and economic growth
• How do electric communications benefit the UK?

  They facilitate communication with other countries
• When did the UK leave the European Union?

  In 2020