Development in the uk

Question 1

GDHI meaning

Answer 1

gross disposable household income

Question 2

What does GDHI show in a named country

Answer 2

London

Has the highest GDHI per person in the UK at 21, 446 27.7% above the UK average

Question 3

Reasons for variation in equality across the UK

Answer 3

Relief - The south of the UK is flatter - this means urban areas can be more easily built here.

Climate - The south and the East have a better climate with less rainfall.

Natural resources - The midlands, North and South Wales were richer in the industrial revolution due to coal mining, however, due to a depletion of these resources and governmental decisions the coal mines are no loner open.

Position - The south and East are closer to Europe so there is more communication and trade.

Politics - The government based in London, in the South East. This has made it a desirable location for businesses who want to be closer to where the decisions were made.
Infrastructure - London has the best in the country.

Foreign investment - Most of it still goes to London despite the Governments encouragement of investing elsewhere.