Migration

• The majority of the population is aged between 25 - 44 due to economic reasons and work.
• Nearly 30% of the population is aged between 18 and 24 due to students or work.
• Positives of Immigration:

  • Diverse and multi-cultural society
  • Migrant workers fill gaps in the work force - jobs Brits don't want to do
  • Developing local communities
• Negatives of Migration:

  • Pressure on public services
  • More schools needed
  • Conflict over opinions about housing and jobs
  • Increased housing demand - council house list 4,000 to 14,000
  • Homelessness