UK in the 21st century

• NATO


  North Atlantic Treaty Organization; an alliance made to defend one another if they were attacked by any other country; US, England, France, Canada, Western European countries
• EU


  European union; single market for trade; agreement for people, goods, services and money to moce freely between countries
• Commonwealth


  Most of these countries were in British Empire; They all have equal status; they share political values, human rights and trade
• The UN


  An international organization formed after WWII to promote international peace and security; almost all countries are part of it
• Name a global conflict in Middle East

  Twin towers; NATO invaded Iraq in 2003 due to terror attack in New York 2001; NATO helped bomb Iraq as part of the treaty; NATO tried to over-through government
• UK media


  We sell many films across the world; the demand for media is high; we get a large income; boost tourism
• UK cuisine


  People eat 12-15 takeaway meals per month on average; people work later; it's cheaper; disposable income; uk have diverse population
• world city


  Important cities for global economy; a hub for transportation; London
• UK Physical Characteristics north and west,


  Most mountains are located in the and west, such as Wales and Scotland. These areas have few roads and settlements but beautiful scenery; Sparsely populated.
• UK Physical Characteristics South and east

  South and east of the UK is flat with a few hilly areas. These areas are suited for settlements, roads and railways- Densely populated. Rivers flow from mountainous areas down to the sea.
• UK Rainfall Patterns Highest

  Highest rainfall is in the north and west where average rainfall is 2500mm.
• UK Rainfall Patterns Lowest


  Lowest rainfall is in the south and east with average rainfall of 500-625mm.
• UK Relief Rainfall


  Most UK rainfall is caused by prevailing wind blowing from the southwest;

  When air carrying moisture reaches upland areas, it is pushed up to produce relief rainfall;

  The other side of the upland area has little moisture, this is called the rain shallow

  
• Land use in the UK

  Land use varies throughout the UK. However our land is always changing. Nonetheless, the vast majority of the UK is farmland.
• Land use in the UK UK mountain

  UK mountain areas (Scotland) have rough pastures and moorlands. The climate is harsh and soil is poor for crops
• Land use in the UK Arable farmland

  Arable farmland dominates because of the warm, sunny and dry climate. Crops such as cereals and vegetables are found in the South and East.
• Land use in the UK Coniferous woodland

  Coniferous woodland are found in northern England, Wales and Scotiand. There areas have poor soils and are remote.
• Land use in the UK Grasslands

  Grasslands are found in the west. It is ideal for cattle and sheep because of the mild and wet climate.
• Land use in the UK Urban areas

  Urban areas are growing. This outward growth or sprawling urban developments is cased by population growth.
• UK Population Distribution Low

  Much of Northern Scotland is sparse due to a mountainous landscape and difficult climate
• UK Population Distribution High


  Rest of the UK because of the gentle hills, moderate climate and good transport routes.
• UK Population Distribution Very High

  Population is concentrated around the South East of England, in cities such as London, due to attractions of employment, shops and entertainment.
• Water stress


  Water stress is when areas have limited water supply.
• Water stress in the UK Problems

  Most rainfall occurs in North & West but least rainfall in South & East;

  South & East UK therefore have High demands;

  Demands involve domestic, industrial & agricultural uses
• Water stress in the UK Solutions

  Water can be transferred from the wetter west to drier east by pipelines or rivers;

  Construct new reservoirs in the east to capture/store more water;

  Greater water conservation
• Population in the UK

  The UK population is 65 million and still rising. It is predicted to reach 70 million by 2030.
• Population in the UK Reasons for growth

  Natural increase - the difference between deaths and births;

  Net migration -the difference between immigration to the UK and emigration from the UK;

  Life expectancy - the average age someone will live up to.
• Population in the UK Future of growth

  The UK's population pyramid shows that the country's birth rate is fairly low and death rate is also low meaning there are more elderly people. Population pyramids are useful to help plan for the future

  
• UK Housing Shortage Problem and Reasons

  The UK population is rising and therefore more houses are needed;

  UK needs to build 240,000 homes a year, but only half that are built;

  As a result, house prices are rising and becoming too expensive;

  Planning permission for new houses leads to local opposition;

  Green belt areas prevents urban areas becoming bigger;

  The price of lands keeps rising due to demand.
• Demographic Transition Mode! (DTM)

  As countries experience economic development they also go through stages of population transition. The DTM describes this change and shows the UK in stage 4.
• DTM stage 1


  Birth rates high and death rates fluctuates.
• DTM stage 2


  Birth rate high but death rate is falling rapidly. Natural change increases.
• DTM stage 3


  Birth rate and death rate falling rapidly. Natural change is rapid.
• DTM stage 4


  Birth rate and death rate is low and fluctuating. Little Natural changes.
• DTM stage 5


  Birth rate is falling and death rate is rising slightly. Natural change falls.
• Ethnic Diversity in the UK

  13 % of the population in the UK where born in another country In London, this value is about 37 %; This has increased between 2001 and the present day; The change was driven by an increase in white non-British, Black African and Asian people.
• Distribution of Ageing Population

  Around 18 % of the population are over 65 , The distribution of older people is high in coastal areas, especially in east and south-west England. However, it is lower in Northern Ireland and Scotland and generally in big cities.
• UK Ageing Population causes

  Large number of people were born after the WW2 and are now moving into old age-Baby boomers

  Improved healthcare and new treatments to prolong life.

  Greater awareness of the benefits of a good diet and exercise.
• UK Ageing Population effects

  Healthcare cost are very high and will increase with an increasing ageing population.

  Shortage of places in care homes, many of which are becoming increasingly expensive

  Many older people join clubs and spend on travel therefore helping to boast the economy-the grey pound
• UK Ageing Population response

  Government pension bonds to encourage older people to save money for the future

  Pensioners receive support in care, transport and heating allowance to make life more comfortable

  Allowing more immigration will provide the demand needed of a younger workforce needed for the economy.