CGP 8

Question 1

Define the term re-urbanisation

Answer 1

Movement of people back into urban areas that were previously in decline, often due to regeneration projects, improved housing, and better job opportunities.

Question 2

Pull factors for re-urbansation. FOUR

Answer 2

• Job opportunities
• University expansion
• Better transport links
• Entertainment/ leisure activities

Question 3

Define de-centralisation

Answer 3

Jobs, people and services move from centre of cities to the outskirts

Question 4

Define the term squatter settlement

Answer 4

Where people live without ownership of land or property

Question 5

Challenges of squatter settlements

Answer 5

• Poorly constructed housing, vulnerable to weather and can be evicted due to no ownership.
• Poor sanitation, no electricity etc. health risks.

Question 6

Disadvantage of bottom up strategies being used to improve quality of life in cities.

Answer 6

Varying priorities can cause conflicts and inefficiencies.