Longbridge- labour regeneration Flashcards
1
Q
Where is Longbridge?
A
Birmingham, England
2
Q
Reasons for regeneration?
A
Failed automotive industry where cheap, poor quality cars were made.
Economic benefits from car manufacturers did not overcome costs so money was being lost in the area.
3
Q
Successes of regeneration?
A
350 new homes that are within walking distance of the Longbridge rail station.
66mil Bournville College.
100mil Longbridge Tech Park that is home to 60 businesses.
23mil Cofton Centre Industrial Park.
Austin Park- 3 acres of green space.
The Factory + youth centre
4
Q
Why is it labour regeneration?
A
NDC Partnerships established to carry out 10 year programmes and focused on 39 most deprived areas where communities were lacking.
