Uneven development

• What is the main issue with development in the UK?

  Uneven development
• What does uneven development in the UK lead to?

  Some places experience economic growth, others struggle
• What factors contribute to uneven development in the UK?

  • Places with strong tertiary and quaternary industries grow rapidly
  • Well-connected locations attract businesses
  • Areas like Cambridge benefit from good transport links
  • Industries such as technology and biotechnology are expanding
• Which areas in the UK are struggling to grow economically?

  Former industrial areas in the Midlands
• What has caused high unemployment in some UK areas?

  Loss of manufacturing industries
• What is the employment rate in Burnley?

  About 65%
• How do wages in Burnley compare to the UK average?

  Wages are below the UK average
• Why are low-skilled service sector jobs in Burnley not attractive?

  They do not pay well
• What demographic trend is affecting job availability in Burnley?

  Little population growth
• What is the likelihood of people moving to Burnley for jobs?

  People are more likely to leave than move in
• What are the challenges faced by Burnley in terms of economic recovery?

  • High unemployment rates
  • Low wages compared to the UK average
  • Limited job opportunities in the area
  • Difficulty attracting new businesses
• What happened to the textile industry in Burnley?

  It collapsed in the early 20th century
• What was Burnley's economic status in the early 20th century?

  It had a thriving economy
• What has been the trend in job losses in Burnley since the 1990s?

  Hundreds of jobs have been lost
• When did the last cotton mill in Burnley close?

  In the 1980s
• What are the implications of Burnley's economic struggles?

  • High unemployment rates
  • Low wages
  • Limited job opportunities
  • Difficulty in attracting new businesses
• What is the overall trend of economic development in the UK?

  It is uneven
• How does Burnley's economic situation reflect broader UK trends?

  It shows the disparity in development
• What are the key factors affecting Burnley's economic recovery?

  • Historical decline of manufacturing
  • Current low employment rates
  • Limited job opportunities
  • Challenges in attracting new industries
• What percentage of the population is mentioned in the text?

  65%
• How do wages in the low-skilled services sector compare to the UK average?

  They are well below the UK average
• What is the trend in job availability in the low-skilled services sector?

  Jobs don't pay well
• What is the population growth situation mentioned in the text?

  Very little population growth
• What is the likelihood of people moving to the area?

  More likely to leave than move there
• What skills exist in the manufacturing sector in the area?

  Manufacturing skills
• Why are manufacturing firms attracted to the area?

  Due to low operating costs
• What is the dependency of the area on manufacturing industries?

  Still largely dependent on manufacturing
• What is changing in rural areas according to the text?

  Rural areas are changing
• What is causing changes in rural landscapes?

  Uneven development is causing changes
• What are the effects of population decline in Cumbria?

  • Decrease in services like schools and shops
  • Some businesses are closing
  • Employment is above the national average
• What is the trend in housing prices in North Somerset?

  House prices are rising
• What is the risk associated with rising house prices in North Somerset?

  Risk of pricing out locals
• What is the situation with roads in North Somerset?

  Roads are congested with commuters
• What is the status of services like schools in some areas?

  Schools are closing in some areas
• What happens if you do one-armed push-ups?

  It is a form of exercise
• What are the social and economic effects of population changes?

  • Decrease in local services
  • Increased pressure on remaining services
  • Changes in community dynamics