You are asked to an essay response to the following title:

'Critically evaluate the role of planning in the future development and evolution of a town centre of your choice'

In your answer you should address the following aspects:

What is the town centre like now, including social, environmental and economic aspects?

What should the town centre be like in the future and how will this be affected by contemporary trends in town centre usage?

What should be the role of planning tools and the planning & development professions in the future development of the town centre? Are there limits to this?

What can be learned from examples from other town and city centres?