Apparently, the vast majority of people surveyed in Nottingham do not wish to have another (indoor) shopping centre in place of one recently demolished.
I can understand that some areas are in desperate need of regeneration, but I’m not convinced that a return to shopping ‘streets’ is the answer.
I can remember the misery of trying to shop with babies/small children/people in wheelchairs in wet and windy weather. Dealing with coats, umbrellas etc., when going in and out of stores was frustrating and often curtailed the outing.
Comparing that to the ability to park above the shops, and wander around in comfort without worrying about crossing roads and protecting everyone from sun, rain, wind and snow, it just seems a backward step.
AIBU = Most people prefer a return to High Street type shopping
AINBU = Shopping centres make life easier, especially for families