A new publication reviewing the effectiveness of Welsh national planning policy for retailing and town centres has been issued, and features Ruthin, a designated conservation area and market town.
The Welsh Government writes:
The research covers:
- retail statistics
- the threats and opportunities facing town centres in Wales
- the effectiveness of retail planning policy in Planning Policy Wales and Technical Advice Note 4 Retailing and Town Centres
- recommendations where change to retail planning guidance is needed.