Population Unit

Question 1

In 2005, what was the average unemployment rate in Poland?

Answer 1

18.5%

Question 2

What is the estimated youth unemployment rate in Poland?

Answer 2

40%

Question 3

What is the rural unemployment rate in Poland, and why is this the case?

Answer 3

Over 40%, an increase in machinery means less workers are required

Question 4

What is the average income in Poland per year?

Answer 4

$12,500 - $150 a week

Question 5

Name 3 push factors from Poland

Answer 5

• Avg. unemployment in Poland 18.5% in 2005 - not enough jobs for everyone
• Avg. wage in Poland $150 per week, $12,500 annual income compared to $30,900 in the UK
• Free movement in the EU means it’s easier to get a job in another country

Question 6

What is the current unemployment rate in the UK?

Answer 6

5%

Question 7

How many job vacancies were there in the UK in 2007?

Answer 7

608,000

Question 8

What is the average annual income in the UK?

Answer 8

$30,900 - $12,500 in Poland

Question 9

Identify 3 pull factors to the UK

Answer 9

• Skill shortages means there is a high demand for skilled labour e.g. Doctors
• GDP $30,900 - much higher wages
• UK one of 3 countries to not restrict no. of immigrants
• Low cost airlines - cheap, available transport between countries