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To what extent does remoteness from the geographical core explain the distribution of problem regions in the EU?
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European Union Essay To what extent does remoteness from the geographical core explain the distribution of problem regions in the EU? In the EU problem regions can be classified in numerous ways depending on what the problems are, but collectively they are grouped into Objective 1 areas. This can simply be defined as where development is lagging behind. Objective 1 areas gain assistance from the EU, and in order to qualify for this assistance the criteria that has to be met by the region is that the GDP is less than 75% of the EU average. It is quite clear that there is a trend between remoteness from the core and objective 1 regions in the EU. The geographical core of the EU can be defined as Belgium, West Germany, Northern France, Southern England, The Netherlands and Luxembourg. Generally speaking the regions furthest from this area have Objective 1 status. This can be...
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