Urban futures

• What has led to Birmingham becoming the UK's most diverse city outside of London?

  The amount of migration
• What percentage of Birmingham's population was white British in 2021?

  43%
• Why does Birmingham have a youthful population?

  Due to migration for education
• Why is Birmingham referred to as Britain's motor city?

  Due to its significant automotive industry
• How much time do drivers spend stuck in jams in Birmingham annually?

  34 hours
• What is Birmingham's rank in terms of city size in the UK?

  Second largest city
• Where is Birmingham located?

  West Midlands near Coventry
• What is a major contemporary challenge regarding housing in Birmingham?

  Big differences in house prices
• What is Birmingham's GDP?

  US $121.1 billion
• How many universities does Birmingham have?

  Six universities
• What is Birmingham known for in terms of employment?

  Manufacturing and engineering center
• Which famous brands are based in Birmingham?

  Cadbury and Birds Custard
• What is Birmingham's rank as a shopping destination in the UK?

  Third best shopping destination
• What major event did Birmingham host in 2022?

  The Commonwealth Games
• How does migration affect Birmingham's culture?

  Migrants bring their own culture and language
• Why was Lagos significant until 1991?

  It was the capital of Nigeria
• What are the issues related to housing in Birmingham?

  Variations in housing size, quality, and prices
• What is Lagos's rank as a city in Africa?

  Biggest city
• What is the average weekly spending on food and drink in Birmingham?

  £663
• What is Lagos known for in West Africa?

  Main financial center
• What percentage of Nigeria's industry is located in Lagos?

  80%
• What is the main reason for migration to Lagos?

  Better standard of living and job opportunities
• What is the annual growth rate of Lagos's population?

  500,000 per year
• What is the main characteristic of informal sector jobs in Lagos?

  They provide higher income than rural areas
• What is the name of Lagos's film industry?

  Nollywood
• What is a major health issue in Lagos's slums?

  Basic health facilities are lacking
• What is the housing situation in Lagos?

  Many gated communities and slums
• What is the life expectancy in Lagos's slums?

  Below 50 years
• How many ethnic groups are there in Lagos?

  250 different ethnic groups
• What are the two main rivers in Lagos?

  The Niger and the Benue
• What is a significant challenge in the Mororo area of Lagos?

  High population density in slums
• What are the advantages and disadvantages of informal sector jobs in Lagos?

  Higher income but lack of job security
• How much food do Lagos residents consume annually?

  6 million pounds worth
• What is the purpose of the Koos waste management project?

  To manage waste accumulation sustainably
• When was the largest public library in the UK built?

  In 2013
• What was the cost to build the largest public library in the UK?

  £189 million
• What does the design of the Birmingham library reflect?

  Both the city's past and future
• What is the environmental initiative related to the Birmingham library's construction?

  Recycling waste materials during construction
• How does the Birmingham library contribute to social goals?

  Attracts 2.5 million visitors annually
• What economic benefit did the Birmingham library construction provide?

  Employed over 250 people during construction