a place, often a town or village, where people live and then travel to other places, normally a city, for work

close ties or links between two or more entities or areas

Consequences of interdependence of Liverpool and accessible rural areas

Geography

This unit teaches pupils about the geography of Liverpool, one of the UK's most important cities. Pupils learn about Liverpool's location and importance at different scales and about its characteristics. Pupils will learn about the factors leading to economic, social and environmental change.

Liverpool: changes in a UK city

Areas relying on each other for goods, services, and labour

What does interdependence mean in geography?

For a more peaceful lifestyle and cheaper housing

What is one reason people move from Liverpool to nearby rural areas?

Rural areas rely entirely on urban services

Rural areas do not offer any economic contribution

Rural areas supply food, labour, and recreational spaces

Which of the following shows how rural areas support urban areas?

What was Liverpool historically known for?

Which major regeneration project helped transform Liverpool’s waterfront?

Growth of the service and tourism sectors

How has Liverpool’s economy changed in recent years?

It led to the growth of diverse communities

How has migration influenced Liverpool’s culture?

Why is Liverpool a key city in the Northern Powerhouse project?

What is a major challenge faced by UK cities?

Starter Quiz