Bristol case study Flashcards
whats the location of Bristol
- europe
- south west England
- west of London
what is the importance of Bristol (4)
- strong economy
- home to 2 major unis
- thriving art scene
- excellent transport links
what is the economic pro of migration
more workers = multiplier effect
what is the economic con of migration
cost nhs more because more people are using hospitals
what is the social pro of migration
st pauls carnival attracting tourists
what is the social con of migration
pressure on public services
what are the environmental cons of migration
- increased waste production
- increased pressure on public transport = pollution
what are the 3 changes within Bristol
- Cabot Circus
- Bristol Rovers
- Urban greening
what are the pros of Bristol rovers
- Available to rent for local sports teams
- Businesses can hire rooms
what are the cons of Bristol rovers
- Increased congestion
- Expensive to build
what are the pros of cabot circus
- Increased job opportunities
- used up derelict land which reduces crime
what are the cons of cabot circus
- leading people away from High street
- increased congestion
what are the pros of urban greening
- visually appealing so attracts tourists
- good for the environment, reduces pollution
- good habitat for wildlife
what are the 3 challenges with growth
- housing and urban sprawl
- waste and pollution
- dereliction
what is the problem with dereliction
people abandoning building because they cannot keep up financially with the high tech needed