Secondary Economic Activities (Leaving Cert Geography): Flashcards
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Why is manufacturing weak in West Ireland?
Why is manufacturing weak in West Ireland?
Limited infrastructure and skilled labour affect growth.
How has infrastructure limited industry in West Ireland?
How has infrastructure limited industry in West Ireland?
Poor transport and weak electrical grid hinder development.
When did the M6 motorway between Dublin and Galway open?
When did the M6 motorway between Dublin and Galway open?
The M6 motorway opened in December 2010.
What is a major transport issue in West Ireland?
What is a major transport issue in West Ireland?
Limited air access and fewer flights restrict connectivity.
What impact does labor force size have on skills in manufacturing?
What impact does labor force size have on skills in manufacturing?
Larger labor force boosts availability of skilled workers.
What affects the availability of skilled workers in West Ireland?
What affects the availability of skilled workers in West Ireland?
Factors include education quality and job opportunities.
Where is skilled labor mostly found in western Ireland?
Where is skilled labor mostly found in western Ireland?
Skilled labor is mainly in urban areas like Galway.
What are barriers to foreign investment in Western Ireland?
What are barriers to foreign investment in Western Ireland?
Poor infrastructure and low labor skills limit investment.
What factors limit unskilled labor in rural West Ireland?
What factors limit unskilled labor in rural West Ireland?
Low population density and few job opportunities constrain labor.
What is a consequence of limited public transport?
What is a consequence of limited public transport?
Inefficient transport further hinders local industry growth.