all business activity and wealth creation in a specific area, town or community

essential needs provided by the Government or local authorities to meet the needs of the public, such as healthcare, education, transportation and safety

a system of government that operates at a local level providing services to its community

How does the local economy affect our lives?

Citizenship

Using the example of sustainability, students consider the local economy and its impact on citizens and their local communities.

How can the local economy support sustainability?

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

all business activity and wealth creation in a specific area

essential needs provided by local government to help the public

a system of government that operates at a local level

The local economy changes due to {{}} growth, industry shifts and consumer habits.

Which of the following does NOT impact the success of a local economy?

by making it easier for businesses and workers to travel

How can investment in infrastructure result in a strong local economy?

A strong local economy creates {{}}, supports businesses and funds public services.

The local economy only depends on businesses and jobs.

The local economy is affected by businesses, jobs, public services and policies.

The local economy has no impact on people’s everyday lives.

Which statement is correct about the local economy?

Local governments get their budget from ...

Match the position with the person who holds it.

{{}} Tax is paid by every household each month, unless you are exempt.

The tax that is taken from people's wages every month is called __________ Tax.

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Adult supervision recommended

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

How does the local economy affect our lives?

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.