economic futures in the uk Flashcards
(15 cards)
what is infrastructure
the framework of transport and entertainment networks, including roads, railways, ports and airports, plus energy distribution
give an example of a road improvement scheme
south west super highway (a303)
give an example of a railways improvement plan
hs2
give an example of the developed of a port
liverpool2
give an example of an airport development
heathrow
what is the northern powerhouse
a group of well linked northern cities that will match, rival and compete with the economic muscle of london
how many enterprise zones have been created across england, scotland and wales
55
name a benefit of local devolution
it allows them to use money on schemes they feel will best benefit the local community
how is the uk connected to the wider world through trade
many british companies are tnc’s with branches all over the world
how is the uk connected to the wider world through language and culture
english is the language of many countries and our cultural activities have become global brands
how is the uk connected to the wider world through transport
the uk is a major transport hub in the world and many of the worlds transport systems are connected to the uk
how is the uk connected to the wider world through electronic communication
via a vast cable network under the sea
name an advantage of being part of the european union
a single market for all member countries wherein products are low priced
name a disadvantage of being part of the european union
it is costly to be a member of the EU
what is the commonwealth of nations
an intergovernmental organisation of 53 countries that were mainly territories of the british empire
