GCSE Citizenship Studies Edexcel
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38 topics in 5 modules
☑️ Living Together in the UK 8 topics
- The Changing UK Population
- Migration and its Impact
- Respect and Understanding
- Identity
- Rights, Duties and Values that Underpin Democracy
- Development of Human Rights
- Citizens and Local Government
- Paying for Local Services
☑️ Democracy at Work in the UK 8 topics
- Parties and Candidates
- Elections and Voting Systems
- Forming and Organising the Work of Government
- The Westminster Parliament
- Making and Shaping Law
- The Constitution
- Government in Constituent Parts of the UK
- Taxation and Government Spending
☑️ Law and Justice 8 topics
- The Role of Law in Everyday Life in Dealing with Complex Problems
- Principles and Sources of Law
- Civil and Criminal Law
- The Justice System in England and Wales
- Courts and Tribunals
- Youth Justice
- Crime and Society
- Sentences and Punishment
☑️ Power and Influence 8 topics
- Citizen Participation in Politics and Society
- The Role of Groups and Organisations in Democratic Society
- The Role of the Media and a Free Press
- Rights and Responsibilities of the Media
- The Use of the Media for Influence
- The UK's Role and Relations with the Rest of Europe
- The UK's Role in the Rest of the World
- Rights and Responsibilities in Challenging Global Situations
☑️ Taking Citizenship Action 6 topics
- Identify and Issue, Form a Team and Carry Out Initial Research
- Undertake Primary Research
- Represent their Own and Different Points of View
- Plan the Action
- Apply Skills of Collaboration, Negotiation and Influence as they Deliver the Activity
- Critically Evaluate their Learning and the Impact of the Action
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Living Together in the UK
The Changing UK Population
The Changing UK Population
Birth Rate and Death Rate
- The birth rate is the number of live births per thousand of population per year. It influences the size of the population and change in population.
- The death rate is the number of deaths per thousand of population per year. Both birth and death rate affect the rate of natural change in population.
Migration
- Migration can significantly change the size, structure and distribution of the population. It refers to people coming into the country (immigration) or leaving the country (emigration).
- The UK has experienced high levels of immigration, resulting in a net growth in population and an increasingly diverse society.
Aging Population
- The UK's population is ageing owing to a decline in the death rate, an increase in life expectancy and the post-war baby boom generation advancing into retirement.
- An ageing population puts pressure on public services, particularly the health service, and might increase state pension expenditure.
Changing Family Structures
- Family structures in the UK have evolved, with fewer traditional nuclear families (two married adults with children) and more single parent families, same-sex families, and people choosing to live alone.
- These changes can impact housing needs, welfare services, and social policies.
Urbanisation
- Urbanisation is the process of people moving to cities or other densely populated areas. In the UK, this process has significantly grown the urban population, leading to challenges in housing and infrastructure, environmental issues, and changing employment patterns.
Impact of Changes in Population
- The changes in the UK's population have significant implications for social, economic, political and environmental factors in the UK.
- These challenges require policy responses from both local and national government, businesses and community groups. For instance, planning for necessary housing, healthcare, education, and social care based on demographic changes.
Cultural Diversity
- Changing UK population has contributed to increased cultural diversity.
- Managing cultural diversity well plays a huge part in promoting social cohesion and combating discrimination and intolerance.
Population Projections
- Population forecasts are essential for planning services and development to meet future needs.
- The Office for National Statistics provides estimates showing potential future size and age structure of the UK population.
Question: How does an ageing population in the UK impact public services and state pension expenditure?
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