Initial Ideas

Haunted House

The True Story

The Facts:

The haunted attraction industry generates roughly 300 million pounds in revenue and the amusement park industry another 150 to 200 million pounds.

The industry of haunted houses supports hundreds of other businesses.

Some haunted houses charge as much as £50 while most average around £25 per event.

Possible investigation:

• Archive footage
• Interview with paranormal experts
• Investigate derelict hospice’s and hospitals

Binge Drinking

Does binge drinking have a negative effect on society?

The Facts:

Drinking amongst teenagers is on the up, and binge drinking is linked to anti-social behaviour and the use of other drugs. A recent survey revealed that 27% of 15-16 year olds have had more than three binges in the last month. The survey also revealed that 9% of boys and girls aged between 11-12 years described themselves as regular drinkers.

Possible investigation:

• Archive footage
• Interview with police to see how alcohol effects the society
• Does drug use increase when binge drinking occurs
• Information on alcohol units
• Interview with alcohol councillor
• Does the cheapness of alcohol influence teenagers to drink?

Meow:  The Deadly High

Should meow be made illegal in the UK?

The Facts:

Meow is sold as plant food or pond cleaner on the internet and is described as not being for human consumption.

It was made illegal in several countries due to growing evidence of health risks, including a reported cause of death.

Meow produces euphoria, alertness, talkativeness and feelings of empathy, but can also cause anxiety and paranoid states and risks over stimulating the heart and circulation.

Possible Investigation:

• Interview with experts to find out the long term effects of the drug
• Talk to users of the drug to find out why they take it
• Find out how easy it is to purchase on the internet
• Interview with the police to find out their views on the drug