Meadowhall has taken the life out of Sheffield City Centre. While it is good also for the city I think something like this should have been considered..

http://www.bbc.co.uk/liverpool/capital_culture/2004/1/paradise/index.shtml

Please try using the search feature. Meadowhall and its effects on the city centre has been discussed in the past.

Closing this one to prevent duplication :)