The objective of this research was to determine the likely geography of new retail development over the next ten years and identify the key factors influencing this.

A number of people were involved in this research:

> BCSC
> Geofutures
> Property Market Analysis
> CB Richard Ellis
> Department of Communities and Local Government

BCSC
A public/private sector network at the heart of the retail property industry, which combines a valuable internal forum with an authoritative voice on behalf of its members, BCSC was established in September 1983 to provide a forum for those engaged in retail and shopping centre development and management of all kinds.

Since its formation, BCSC has built up a thriving membership, representative of virtually every aspect of retail property activity.

BCSC is a company limited by guarantee, registered in England and is managed by a Board, which is representative of owners, developers, managers, retailers and consultants. Membership is open to corporate bodies and their employees, shopping centre managers, retailers and persons or organisations who assist in promoting the objectives of BCSC.

www.bcsc.org.uk

Geofutures
Geofutures is a strategic consultancy using data analysis and geographic information (GI) science to help clients make reliable management and planning decisions based on complex data. Geofutures enables expert and non-expert users to understand patterns, boundaries, trends over time and possible future impacts, to input their own data and to interact with user-friendly tools to add depth to their findings.

The consultancy brings a wealth of experience to data sourcing and statistical analysis, helping to ensure that data are handled appropriately and outputs are accurately represented, errors minimised and limitations acknowledged.

Close associations with the international academic community offer clients the benefits of leading-edge technologies, insights and datasets. This makes each solution a rigorous, collaborative response to individual commercial or policy needs.

www.geofutures.com

Property Market Analysis (PMA)
PMA was founded in 1981 and has grown to become Europe's largest independent property research consultancy. PMA's UK and international services provide comprehensive strategic and market-level advice to over 120 leading investors, developers and financial institutions.

www.pma.co.uk

CB Richard Ellis (CBRE)
CB Richard Ellis, an S&P 500 company headquartered in Los Angeles, California, is among the world's largest commercial real estate firms. With approximately 21,000 employees, the company serves real estate owners, investors and occupiers through more than 200 offices worldwide.

www.cbre.com

Department of Communities and Local Government (DCLG)
Communities and Local Government's vision is of prosperous and cohesive communities, offering a safe, healthy and sustainable environment for all.

Communities and Local Government was created on 5 May 2006, under the leadership of Ruth Kelly.

"Communities and Local Government's work is at the heart of the Government's commitment to social justice - driving social mobility and promoting economic inclusion. My vision is of a Department on the side of people who want to make a difference, where everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential and to build a stake in society for them and their families. We want strong, cohesive communities in which people feel comfortable and proud to live, with vibrant civic culture and strong local economy." Ruth Kelly, Secretary of State, July 2006

www.communities.gov.uk

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Other results relating to this research have been previously published in Future of Retail Property Project Report 6 : In Town or Out of Town? (2006)

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and also in Future of Retail Property Project Report 9 : Future Shopping Places? (2007)

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