'So far at least 350 towns have applied to be pilots.'
Portas retail park demand rejected - FT.com
Stiff competition, for the 12 places that will be chosen.
A pity her idea has been rejected, that all out-of-town retail parks, and large supermarkets, would need ministerial approval, before being given the green light.
Would have lessened the temptation for local councils to accept a large financial bung, from Tesco say, if their planning applications are approved.