Secondary Economic Activities (Leaving Cert Geography): Flashcards

It limits access to major markets, hindering production.

85% of the region is upland, complicating transport networks.

Efficient links were developed in the 1950s with Autostrada.

Increased transport costs reduce manufacturer profits locally.

The main cities are Naples and Palermo.

High unemployment and lower income levels hinder demand.

It results in a brain drain, reducing skilled labor supply.

To stimulate industrial development with financial investment.

Tax relief, grants, and subsidies attracted private companies.

Heavy industry often failed to create the expected jobs.