U2: London

• 10 boroughs in Greater London have a non-white population of over 50%
• London is the most diverse part of UK
• London received 150,000 non-UK migrants
• Cultural mix leads to economic oppurtunity (eg. food businesses, music, festivals etc.)
• Over 300 languages are spoke in London
• Notting Hill Carnival is Europes largest street festival
• Population expected to exceed 10 million by 2030
• Why is London important:

  • 5 international airports
  • World city
  • Financial capital of the world (with New York)
• West End attracts 12 million tourists per year
• Wimbledon receives over 500,000 annual visitors
• Productivity in London is 40% higher than elsewhere in UK
• London nightlife contributes to £40 billion of its economy
• The tube handles up to 5 million passenger journeys a day
• there are 11 tube lines covering 402km and serving 272 stations
• London buses carry around 6.5 million passengers a day
• Public transport accounts for 25% of Londons journeys
• roughly 700,000 bike journeys are made every day in London
• Cycle trips increased by 144% from 2000 to 2018
• Better transport means tourists can visit attractions quicker and spend more money
• There are roughly 700 green roofs in London
• London's green roofs covers 175,000m² (roughly the size of 25 football pitches).
• London is 38% open green spaces and 24% Domestic gardens