Purpose – To set out the discussions surrounding the development of retail planning policy in the UK over a 20 year period, and the consequences for shoppers, retailers and developers. Design/methodology/approach – Examines the role of government, retailers and other stakeholders –...

Purpose – The purpose of the paper is to evaluate the development, role and management of quarters in UK cities. Design/methodology/approach – A case study based on Manchester's Northern Quarter, using secondary documentary materials and semi‐structured interviews with urban managers and...