G2 Uk economy

Question 1

What are some examples of transport infrastructure

Answer 1

HS2
Liverpool 2
Expanding London’s airports

Question 2

Explain HS2 and Liverpool 2

Answer 2

HS2-
High Speed 2 £88 billion plan for a new high-speed rail line to connect London into Scotland an is due to open in 2031. Many people are against the plan, as the route passes through several stretches of countryside and close to many homes. Some homes and businesses would have to be demolished.

Liverpool 2 -
Creates over 5000 jobs
Boosts economy of the north-west
Reduces amount of freight traffic on the roads

Question 3

Explain expansion of London’s airports

Answer 3

A new runway would cost lots of money
Also would destroy nearby village for more space but also cause noise pollution for surrounding people

Question 4

Facts about Torr Qaury

Answer 4

200 acres of site have been landscaped to blend in with landscape
Restored to create wildlife lakes for recreation and water supply
Regular monitoring of noise and dust produced/water quality

Question 5

2 pros of science/buisness parks

Answer 5

Science southampton
Excellent transport links
Excellent univeristy links

Buisness Newcastle
Fitness centre
Green spaces