Spatial disparities and inequalities Flashcards
(13 cards)
What are urban spatial disparities?
Differences in economic, social, and environmental conditions across different urban areas.
What factors contribute to urban inequalities?
Economic restructuring, housing markets, policy decisions, and historical development patterns.
What is the main argument of Massey (1979)?
Regional problems are not just economic but are shaped by social and spatial processes.
What does Cheshire et al. (2014) emphasize in urban economic performance?
The importance of agglomeration economies and the role of policy in shaping urban outcomes.
How do agglomeration economies affect urban areas?
They enhance productivity and innovation but can also lead to increased inequality.
What is a key policy implication discussed in the readings?
Targeted interventions are needed to address spatial inequalities and promote inclusive growth.
Who is Max Nathan and what is his contribution to urban economics?
Max Nathan is an urban economist whose work focuses on the causes and consequences of spatial disparities in urban areas, particularly in the UK.
What does Max Nathan argue about the persistence of spatial disparities?
Nathan argues that spatial disparities persist due to a combination of historical path dependencies, institutional arrangements, and agglomeration economies.
According to Nathan, how do agglomeration economies influence urban inequality?
Agglomeration economies can reinforce inequalities by concentrating high-value activities and skilled workers in certain areas, leaving others behind.
What role do institutions play in spatial disparities according to Nathan?
Institutions shape economic outcomes by influencing investment, governance, and the distribution of resources across regions.
How does Nathan critique traditional economic models of regional convergence?
He critiques them for assuming automatic convergence and ignoring the role of institutions, history, and policy in shaping regional outcomes.
What policy implications does Nathan suggest for addressing urban inequalities?
Nathan suggests targeted interventions, support for lagging regions, and policies that consider local contexts and institutional capacities.
How is Nathan’s work summarized in Cheshire et al. (2014)?
Cheshire et al. summarize Nathan’s work as emphasizing the complexity of urban systems and the need for nuanced, place-based policy responses to spatial inequality.
