What are the positive and negative impacts of migration for the country of arrival?
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Positive impacts on the destination locationWorkers who will work for low wages and are prepared to do jobs that local people do not want.Increased cultural diversity.Skills gaps are filled.Boost to the local economy.Government tax revenues increase.Public services can benefit from an influx of qualified staff e.g. doctors and nurses.Immigrant groups can increase birth rates.Negative impacts on the destination locationPressure on public services such as schools, housing and healthcareOvercrowdingLanguage and cultural barriers can existIncreased levels of pollutionIncreased pressure on natural resourcesRacial tensions and discriminationLocal people can miss out on jobs due to increased competition from migrants.Migrant groups may not assimilate into local communities.Gender imbalance – usually more men
Migration has both positive and negative impacts on migrants themselves.
Positive impacts of migration on migrantsThe opportunity to get a better job.Improved quality of life.Safety from conflict.The opportunity for a better education.Negative impacts of migration on migrantsMigrants may run out of money.Issues communicating due to language barriers.Issues securing accommodation or housing on arrival.Illness due to not being able to access healthcareMigrants can be exploited.Migrants may experience racism.