Regional inequality

Rapid economic development from NEEs cause what?

Social and cultural changes and regional inequality amongst states

What is regional inequality?

Difference in standards of living and opportunities for work between regions

How does trade and industrialisation cause regional inequality?

As it only benefits certain areas (such as coastal areas)

What increases birth rates and regional inequality in India?

The government funds public health and education in some areas but not all

How is there a regional inequality in the UK?

There is a North-South divide

What is the political impact on regional inequality?

Large companies are located in south-east so it is easier to put businesses where infrastructure is despite the government encouraging people to locate in other places

What is the social impact on regional inequality?

Many universities and jobs are in the South making it more desirable for employers to to hire people from the south

What is the economical impact on the regional inequality?

Largest markets and companies are down south

Consequences of regional inequality

Increase in crime and protests, healthcare, house prices, income and life expectancy is lower in certain areas

How can regional inequality be reduced?

Set up new industries and developments