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The article discusses the ways in which devolution in England could be a benefit to British architects and their role in urban planning in the country. Topics discussed include the views of Bristol, England Mayor George Ferguson, plans to devolve transport in the country, and the ways in which devolution could benefit decision making in architecture and planning.

The article discusses the anger felt by British architects following plans that would limit the building of large subterranean rooms in the Kensington and Chelsea areas of London, England.

The article reports that a fire at Nottingham University in Nottingham, England has raised concerns about safety standards for wooden-framed buildings. Topics further discussed include the cost of insurance for projects under construction, construction site safety, and the possibility of using different building materials that are safer and yet still energy-efficient.

The article focuses on the plan of British supermarket chain Morrisons to build 60 new stores in southern England between 2012 and 2015. The fourth-largest supermarket aims to increase its fresh market space in the region by 1.25 million square feet over the period. The company also indicates that the figures detailed in the plans excluded new M-Local convenience stores, but could include some existing stores' expansion.