Why is urbanisation a global issue?

Answer 1

If the world continues to urbanise;

- more pollution, as built-up areas increase

- more over-crowding in cities, so more diseases and poorer health for the masses

- fewer jobs for people; affects the world's economy

- more resources needed. A lot of food, oil, clothes and gems are made/manufactured in rural areas, so that could result in food shortages

- more crime, associated with urbanisation

- loss of community spirit & increased tensions

- lower standard of living, especially when people want to move out of cities