4A.6 There is a range of ways to evaluate the need for regeneration

Question 1

The use of statistical evidence can be used to determine the need for regeneration from the use of data -

Answer 1

Qualitative data - opinions of people and if there is a perceived need for regeneration.

Quantitative data - Factual information gathered by the government, national census which is gathered every 10 years.

Question 2

Media representations -

Answer 2

Can occur from any spins of evidence from books, art, articles films, this allows an opinion on a place without actually visiting the place.

Question 3

Evidence from economic data for the need of local regeneration -

Answer 3

Unemployment and Poverty: Birmingham has been grappling with higher-than-average unemployment and poverty rates. According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), Birmingham’s unemployment rate in 2021 was around 9.3%, significantly higher than the national average of 4.8%

Question 4

Media coverage for a local place suggesting why regeneration may be needed -

Answer 4

BBC News: BBC News has reported extensively on Birmingham’s socio-economic challenges. For instance, a 2020 article discussed the economic impact of COVID-19 on Birmingham, noting how the pandemic exacerbated existing inequalities and underscored the need for targeted regeneration efforts.