Can Norman conquer?

Article Abstract:

ASDA Chairman Archie Norman was elected as a Conservative Member of Parliament in the 1997 UK general election representing Tunbridge Wells, England. Norman has strong views concerning the inherent delays in the planning process which he experienced at first hand during an application to resite an old supermarket building. Norman has been involved in the acquisition of property through Gazeley Properties which is owned by the parent company. Norman has overseen a revival in fortunes of both ASDA and Gazeley Properties since joining the company in 1991.

Supermarket Chains, Officials and employees, United Kingdom. Parliament. House of Commons, ASDA Group Ltd.

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Friends or foes?

Article Abstract:

Nine candidates in the 1997 UK Parliamentary election were interviewed. All have property industry connections and their views on property issues were sought. Archie Norman, Conservative candidate for Tunbridge Wells, is in favour of planning controls to prevent encroachment on the countryside, whilst Nick Raynsford, a Labour Member of Parliament since 1992, would like to see new development around existing settlements. Other candidates interviewed included Liberal Democrat Matthew Taylor and Conservatives Vivian Bendall and Geoffrey Clifton-Brown.

Elections, Politics, United Kingdom, Real estate industry, Political aspects, Politicians, Raynsford, Nick

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Northern bites

Article Abstract:

UK supermarket chain J. Sainsbury PLC is continuing to expand in Scotland and Northern Ireland. It is building a 20.902 square meter distribution centre in East Kilbride, Scotland, to support numerous retail outlets in the country including those in Glasgow, Aberdeen and Kirkcaldy. The company maintains a strict policy on building quality to ensure cost effective project management.

Supermarkets, Scotland, Buildings and facilities, J Sainsbury PLC, Company Profile

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