Regional Planning in Practice.

The article examines the regional planning approach taken by Great Britain following the Second World War. The establishment and functions of Local Planning Authorities based on the Planning Act of 1947 are mentioned. Problems with the established local development plan system are cited, including different levels of wealth enjoyed by various regions, increase of motor vehicles and how to recreate the central areas of existing cities and towns. The regional plan prepared by Professor Myles Wright of the University of Liverpool and his group for the city of Dublin, Ireland is also discussed.