Why migration and Empire had an impact on Scotland?

Urbanisation. Towns and cities grew as people moved from rural areas and abroad to Scotland’s ‘central belt’ looking for factory work. This had a negative impact on living conditions and created competition for jobs. Overcrowding in Scotland’s cities became a major problem.

What impact did the empire have on Scotland?

Empire provided raw materials such as jute, cotton for mills/factories – jute and other textiles in Dundee. Competition for Scottish goods & products in longer term – eg sheep farming in New Zealand and Australia/ linen and jute industry in India.

Why did Scots migrate?

From the late 16th century to the 19th century, many Scots were forced to leave their homes. Many people emigrated as a form of religious salvation, moving to places where they would be free to practice their own religion without persecution.

Did the British Empire benefit Scotland?

Emigration acted as a safety valve for modern Scotland. The British Empire was the main beneficiary of this process, but Scotland also benefited in terms of wealth and profit. The great commercial palaces of Edinburgh and Glasgow were built on the back of the colonial trade.

What to ask about migration and Empire 1830-1939?

This page will tell you more information about the Higher topic, Migration and Empire 1830-1939. Exam questions on the Scottish topic will involve Source and Explain questions. You can get tips on answering these type of questions here.

Why did the Highlanders migrate to the south?

Whether migration was permanent or temporary depended on the social and economic conditions in which the Highlanders lived. Thus, migration from the south and east Highlands was higher than migration from the north-west Highlands and Islands, in spite of the fact that the distance from growing Lowland towns was the same.

What was the role of Education in the Scottish migration?

The growth of industries such as fishing in Argyllshire soaked up some of the surplus labour, as did the growth of small towns such as Campbeltown and Tarbert. Education also played its part in weakening the attachment to the land by raising expectations and improving skills.