Population decline in the UK

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Where is the Outer Hebrides?
A group of islands in Scotland off the north-western coast of the Scottish mainland
Why is the population declining?
Limited opportunities - people have moved away in search of better paid jobs
How much has the population declined by?
More than 50% since 1901
What are the disadvantages of population decline?
Schools are closing due to less children being in the area
What is a disadvantage of population decline?
Labor shortage. Less people are of working age
What is an advantage of population decline?
Better community spirit
What is an advantage of population decline?
Between 2007 and 2014, there was a 27% increase in visitors to the islands