... that she intended to do something about the inner city following the election in 1987. Since then the government has developed various strategies to solve inner city problems. The problems that Lady Thatcher was referring to are vast. Each inner city is unique with its own set of problems but some of the problems can be seen repeatedly across the country. The clearance of slums within inner city areas have led to further problems. Glasgow is located on the western side of Scotland, in the lowlands. It began growing and developing rapidly in the 19th century. Tower blocks were created in the inner city areas to accommodate the large population rise. In the 1970's these tower blocks were deemed unsuitable due to being badly constructed and the lack of consideration for social needs when built. New council estates were built out of the inner city to relocate all those that lived ...

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