1
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What is a migrant
A
people who move home within or between countries with the intention of staying for at least a year
2
Q
What is the difference between an emigrant and an immigrant
A
An emigrant from one country becomes an immigrant in another
3
Q
the UK’s population growth is positive. What does this mean
A
More people are permanently entering than leaving the UK
4
Q
How much of the UK’s overall population growth is from migration
A
half
5
Q
3 reasons why the accuracy of migrant statistics can be debated
A
- Travellers on holidays or business trips who will only be in a country temporarily
- People entering/leaving a country illegally (illegal immigrants)
- There is also no way to check if someone is still were they are once their VISA expires
6
Q
4 reasons for migration
A
- Economic migrants –> better job opportunities
- Join family
- Study
- Retire
GEOG (3) UK Challenges
flashcards
Decks in class (16)
# Cards
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Implication of UK Population Growth on Resource Consumption0
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Pressures of Growing Populations on the UK's Ecosystems0
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National sustainable transport options for the UK9
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The 'Two-Speed Economy'0
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Options for Bridging the Gap Between South-East and the Rest of the UK0
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Costs and Benefits of Greenfield developments2
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Costs and Benefits of Brownfield development2
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UK Net Migration Statistics6
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Values and Attitudes of Different Stakeholders Towards Migration0
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UK National Parks0
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UK National Parks - What impacts are they facing?0
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UK National Parks - Approaches to Conservation and Development0
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Approaches to Managing UK River and Coastal Flood Risk0
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Uncertainties bout how Global Climate Change will Impact on the UK's Future Climate0
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Impacts of Climate Change on People and Landscapes in the UK0
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Responses to Climate Change in the UK at a Local and National Scale0
