The future for town centres

Article Abstract:

The UK government has moved toward supporting urban centers through its transportation and retail policy, but there is still demand in the real estate industry for locations outside towns. Urban centers need to attract both pedestrians and investment, but measurement of viability has not been standardised. Large stores can no longer easily obtain permission to locate a new store outside towns. A vicious circle can be created with town centers not attracting investment due to poor interest from consumers, which in turn is due to lack of investment.

City planning, Urban planning

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Happy ending to an uncertain tale

Article Abstract:

Sheffield, England, has been affected by the development of a new tram system, which has caused temporary disruption to its retail sector but which should bring long term benefits. The center of the city is seeing a higher occupancy rate for retail lets. Towns close to Sheffield are seeing a revival of optimism though they have been hit by a new shopping center outside Sheffield called Meadowhall. Developments include the Alhambra centre in Barnsley.

Real estate industry, South Yorkshire, England

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Must try harder

Article Abstract:

Attempts to attract shoppers to the center of Edinburgh, Scotland, are examined in detail. There is concern that shoppers are tending to go elsewhere.

Edinburgh, Scotland

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