Birmingham Flashcards
(15 cards)
What was Birmingham known as during the industrial revolution?
The city of a thousand trades
What characterizes Birmingham’s population as of the 2011 census?
42% of the population are from ethnic minority backgrounds
What is the unemployment rate in Birmingham compared to the West Midlands?
Around 7% in Birmingham, higher than the West Midlands rate of around 4%
What are some endogenous factors contributing to Birmingham’s character?
- Location in Central England
- Physical geography with canals
- Young, multicultural population
- Mix of Victorian architecture and modern infrastructure
What exogenous factor involves a large influx of people in Birmingham?
Immigrants following WW2
What significant investment was made in Birmingham’s retail sector?
£500 million investment into the Bullring redevelopment
What major economic shift occurred in Birmingham post-industrial revolution?
Shift from manufacturing to service economy
What is the purpose of Birmingham’s Big City Plan?
Urban regeneration, resolving urban challenges, improving quality of life, and enhancing global interconnectedness
What is one focus of the Big City Plan related to transportation?
Developing sustainable transport, including tram network expansion and cycling paths
What does the regeneration of New Street and Grand Central aim to achieve?
Create a modern and accessible train station with retail services
What do formal representations of Birmingham help identify?
- Distinct landmarks
- Centrality in UK’s transport network
- Economic and educational hubs
How did the TV series Peaky Blinders impact Birmingham?
Boosted tourism by 26% between 2016-2019
What does Casey Bailey’s poem ‘Dear Brum’ highlight about Birmingham?
- Postcode wars and crime rate
- Personal connection and sense of place
- Historical significance in innovation
Fill in the blank: Birmingham’s population is characterized by a high proportion of residents employed in _______.
[tertiary sector employment]
True or False: Birmingham has a lower unemployment rate than the West Midlands.
False
