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Voluntary Migration
Question 2
2012 saw a significant increase in Germany’s population. This was not due to a sudden baby boom, but to the many immigrants moving to the country.
Experts point out this could result in both benefits and problems.Referring to a named case study, analyse the impact of migration on either the donor country or the receiving country.
5 marks
New Higher Specimen Exam Question
Case Study: Voluntary Migration
Migration from Poland to Scotland
Poland is located in Europe’s Center
Scotland
Scotland
Population – 5,062,011
Area – 30,414 sq mls
Poland
Population – 38,500,696
Area – 120,726 sq mls
Scotland or Poland?
Scotland or Poland?
Scotland or Poland?
Scotland or Poland?
Glasgow Krakow
Gdansk Edinburgh
Warsaw,
Poland’s capital is a bustling modern metropolis studded with tall buildings but also possessing many palaces
and an Old Town.
Edinburgh,
Scotland’s capital is a bustling modern metropolis studded with tall buildings but also possessing many
palaces and an Old Town.
1999 - Poland joins NATO
2004 - Poland joins the European Union
Push Factors Pull Factors
Referring to a named case study in developed country, explain the causes/reasons for the migration.
(5 marks)
‘Push’ Factors
Employment Section
Higher unemployment in Poland, 11%
Lower wages
Minimum monthly wage
1,276 zloty
(zwote)
About £350
Housing shortages, and poorer quality
housing in some areas
Warsaw
‘Pull’ Factors
Bid to attract more Polish workers
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View GalleryPublished Date: 12 June 2006
TOM McCabe, the finance minister, will today launch a new guide aimed at attracting more Polish workers to Scotland.
The guide, which will be distributed throughout Scotland and Poland and is also available online, provides information in Polish on employment, housing and training opportunities as well as highlighting leisure activities in Scotland. About 20,000 Poles have come to Scotland over the last two years as part of
the Fresh Talent initiative to meet national skill shortages.
Speaking in Warsaw, Mr McCabe will say: "
Promoting Scotland in Poland and attracting people to come to Scotland is not enough. We must support individuals to integrate and settle into Scottish life
once they arrive."
‘Fresh Talent Initiative’ 2004/05
and Polish Guide 2006
Published Date: 12 June 2006 TOM McCabe, the finance minister, will today launch a new guide aimed at
attracting more Polish workers to Scotland.The guide, which will be distributed throughout Scotland and Poland and is
also available online, provides information in Polish on employment, housing and training opportunities as well as highlighting leisure activities in Scotland. About 20,000 Poles have come to Scotland over the last two years as part of
the Fresh Talent initiative to meet national skill shortages.
Speaking in Warsaw, Mr McCabe will say: "
Promoting Scotland in Poland and attracting people to come to Scotland is not enough. We must support individuals to integrate and settle into Scottish life
once they arrive."
Job Fairs and Employment Agencies
Search for better job prospects
Initially in Construction and Food Industries
But now a wide range of careers … with better pay
Search for the ‘Bright Lights’ … entertainment, shopping, leisure, etc.
Join brothers or sisters, or other family members,
already here
Migration
Benefits and Problems
for Poland
Referring to a named case study, analyse the impact of migration on either the donor country or the receiving country.
Fewer working people left so unemployment levels drop
Less Pressure on existing resources
including;
Accommodation
Schools
Services
Surplus money can be sent home to families in Poland, helping to boost the economy
If migrants move back to Poland, new skills can be brought back, e.g. in construction, business and commerce, and health, helping
to develop the country
Closer links established between Poland and Scotland
Industrial
Business
Cultural
Political
2050
Male Female
Poland’s population structure could change with fewer younger people, and fewer children
being born … resulting in …
… fewer workers to help develop the economy
Fewer goods and services bought, resulting in less industrial production
and with less taxes from goods and workers the Government has less money to spend
… and taxes may have to rise
A large percentage of people who leave are
young, skilled graduates
University of Lodz
People in Poland worry that their traditional
customs and values may be negatively affected
Polish Migration to ScotlandBenefits
Problems
Referring to a named case study, analyse the impact of migration on either the donor country or
the receiving country.
Daniel KawczynskiConservative MP
“Most Poles are extremely hard-working, law abiding, and make a tremendous
contribution to this country”
Initially Polish migrants worked mainly in the construction and food industries, and in poorer paid jobs that few British
workers would apply for.
However, through hard work and overtime …
Migrants spend money, boosting the economy, with the Government also gaining added tax and VAT revenues
Cultural benefits to Scotland – Edinburgh Polish Cultural Festival, March 2009
Music and Dance – ‘Krakowiacy’ folk group
Art
Food
Cultural benefits to Scotland – New shops and restaurants
Glasgow, Hyndland Polish Delicatessen
Perth, Polish Convenience store
Church attendances have increased, e.g. St Mary’s Cathedral, Edinburgh, has two
Polish services every Sunday
Cheap flights between Scotland and Poland
Rzeszow (Zheh-Shoof) Airport
Poles call for anti-hate crime action
By Rosa Silverman, PA
Friday, 9 January 2009
Daniel Kawczynski
Poles in the UK are under attack. It's got to stop
Friday, 25 April 2008
Polish migrants flee violent Britain
Gun crime and racist attacks are driving
many to return early to eastern Europe
Mark Townsend
The Observer, Sunday 7 October 2007
Recession in Scotland will last 'well into next year', expert predictsApr 29 2009
Racial tension and fears can arise about an economic downturn and unemployment
People have different views
Are problems exaggerated?
2012 saw a significant increase in Germany’s population. This was not due to a sudden baby boom, but to the many immigrants moving to the country.
Experts point out this could result in both benefits and problems.Referring to a named case study, analyse the impact of migration on either the donor country or the receiving country.
5 marks
New Higher Specimen Exam Question