It's a grey morning in the city of London, a predictable day for all ... but one. Amelia Gizzard discovers her twin sister has fallen victim to murder, leaving a daughter behind ... the young June Gizzard. Unable to come to terms not only her sister's death but also the behaviour of others around her, Amelia seeks answers

Metropolitan Planning in Britain is the first comparative analysis and assessment of metropolitan areas and their strategic planning for almost two decades. Changes in population distribution, styles of local government, business practices, and attitudes to the environment have all had an impact on cities in recent years which planners and other policy makers must take into consideration. Based on a series of research projects and the activities of a study group supported by the Regional Studies Association, the book examines in detail nine major urban areas, their specific...