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Over past months NABMA has been urging colleagues to book early for the conference. Due to the uncertainty over the impact of the pandemic we had a reduced number of rooms this year due to the financial risk and the terms of our contract that was signed back in 2019. Despite a very slow start and weekly reminders to our membership, we have now reached the point where all our allocated hotel rooms have been taken. However, we are still taking bookings for NABMA members only and are offering packages that are now exclusive of accommodation. This enables delegates to attend the conference and make their own arrangements for accommodation, either in Harrogate itself, or slightly further afield when rates may be cheaper. Revised Conference Packages https://nabma.com/event/nabma-annual-agm-conference-2022/ PACKAGE AFull Conference – AGM and Conference, lunches, receptions, welcome buffet and Gala Awards Dinner (exclusive of accommodation)£275 plus VAT PACKAGE BMonday and Tuesday Conference, lunches and Gala Dinner£225 plus VAT PACKAGE CMonday Conference only plus lunch£150 plus VAT PACKAGE DTuesday Conference only plus lunch£100 plus VAT If you wish to take advantage of this new offer then once again we ask you to book early to be sure of your place(s). Yours sincerelyDavid Preston (BA Hons)Chief ExecutiveThe National Association of British Market Authorities

We are continuing to make an urgent appeal for NABMA members to complete the NATIONAL RETAIL MARKETS SURVEY using the link below: https://nabma.com/retail-markets-survey-2021-22/ Returns have now reached 234 and the response to this important piece of work is still disappointing despite a team of colleagues ringing around to encourage members to complete the Survey.We want to reach a minimum of 250 returns so please take 15 minutes out of your day and help us. We have extended the final deadline to 31 August so please help as the 2022 Survey is probably our most important given the events of the recent pandemic.  We stress that if we are to lobby government for funding and support for our industry then we need to have statistical evidence. Never has this been more important than in 2022 with government agendas focussed on communities, employment and the high street. Initially, the full results of the Survey will, of course, only be circulated to those members that have contributed information.  At this time NABMA sincerely thanks Colin Wolstenholme, Graham Wilson. Chris New and the team of volunteers that have worked so hard to reach out to the membership to complete the Survey. Their efforts have been for the benefit of your market and local high street. Yours sincerelyDavid Preston (BA Hons)Chief Executive

Hello, We’re converting two stalls in our indoor market into artists / makers studios. Has anyone else successfully done this? Would you be willing to discuss your letting arrangement and pricing strategy? Also, comments welcome on pitfalls to avoid!Thank you,Chris chrissavage@barnsley.gov.uk

Dear NAMBA members, Oxford City Council are beginning a process to review our market and street trading policies with a view to offering very a clear policy environment with robust procedures which encourage and support new market operators and new community led initiatives. This is a long term process that will take time to realise but will bring us in line with our emerging Inclusive Economy goals and Thriving Communities Strategy. In the meantime we’re already receiving requests from community groups who want to establish small scale, locally-managed markets, either on private land or on the street. Our current position would require us to treat individual stallholders as independent street traders with independent licensing requirements, so we’d like to find a way formally recognise them as markets to relieve them of this cost hurdle.  We’d welcome any examples or advice on the above and would be happy to provide further detail where helpful. Elaine Philip | Markets Manager | Regeneration & Major Projects, SA. 2.4 | Oxford City Council | 01865 252358 | 07711 133055 | ephilip@oxford.gov.uk

Have you booked yet for our Annual Conference and AGM from the 18th  to 20th  September 2022, sponsored by Vitabri, at the Double Tree Hilton Harrogate Majestic Hotel and Spa? Spaces are filling up so please make your booking a priority. NABMA Annual AGM & Conference 2022 – NABMA As a reminder, we have a great programme. As examples; We look at the Levelling Up agenda  and ask what is the status of markets as a long-established community asset?  The National Young Traders Market seeks to attract young entrepreneurs to take part and to become the future of the markets industry. We go behind the scenes and look at the organisation of this hugely successful initiativeWe look at the ambitious regeneration and improvement plans currently under development in a new era for Rotherham market.Conference will look at the change agenda and local leadership at York Shambles Market..Barnsley Market sits at the heart of a £210 million that aims to make the town the go-to destination for shoppers and leisure seekers. We look at the journey and the outcomes.Oxford Market is working on a masterplan, with input from traders, other stakeholders and the general public, in order to support the Market’s successful long-term future. Hear how the council is seeking to find a balance between establishing the case for transformative changes while also keeping focused on a deliverable scheme.Columbia Road Flower Market, started in 1869, is the Great British Market Awards, Best Small Speciality Market of 2022. How important is this iconic London Street market within both the local economy and the local community?Our Gala Awards Reception and Dinner will announce the NABMA Market Industry Awards for 2022. Above all, the Conference will be a recognition of the immense contribution of markets to local communities and their role and influence within the government levelling up agenda , as they help to drive change in towns and cities across the UK.  The Conference, as always  will provide opportunities for networking and meeting our Market Place Exhibitors. Can you afford as a market professional not to be at the largest market conference of 2022 and share the debate? Book now and join us at our Conference and come away with new ideas, inspiration and new friends. Yours  sincerely David Preston (BA Hons)Chief ExecutiveThe National Association of British Market Authorities

Have you entered any of the categories yet for your colleagues or your teams?  NABMA is aware that so many in the industry have achieved great success and local recognition for their work, achievements and the difference that they have made putting their market firmly at the heart of the local community. So let’s make the 2022 Awards the best yet and send out the message about the difference that markets and market people make within local communities. Once again we thank Blachere Illumination for their support and generous sponsorship. Keeping markets going during the pandemic and in the recovery period has been the toughest of challenges but markets and market trading have shown great resilience and flexibility in terms of management, operation and achievement. Our 2022 awards look to identify Market Manager, Market Team, Market Achievement and Young Market Champion of the Year. Attached is our flyer with brief details. Closing date for entries is 17 August. Awards will be presented at the NABMA AGM and Conference in September. Nominations are now open to info@nabma.com We are aware of some wonderful stories from the industry that deserve nominations. Let’s highlight the fantastic work that so many are delivering in our industry. Yours sincerely David Preston (BA Hons)Chief ExecutiveThe National Association of British Market Authorities

NABMA’s latest webpage is all about help and support for market officers, many of whom work by themselves and where there is no experienced handy help in the specialism of market management. There are three ways here for you to benefit from your NABMA membership.Do you have an issue or problem with your market that could benefit from a “talk through” with another market officer who may well have experienced a particular problem and dealt with it successfully? All around the country we have a group of Market Mentors – experienced market officers who are ready and willing to chat things through with you on a 1:1 basis – either by phone or email. This is done on a “buddy” basis and is a free-of-charge service, colleague to colleague.NABMA also has Member Support Sessions for you.  The first option is a free-of-charge (to members) one hour Zoom session with one of our very experienced market managers and specialists who act as an adviser and have a wealth of experience and are keen to advise and support you. This is followed up with a short emailed note on the discussion/guidance provided.The second option is a physical visit to your market location by an adviser to discuss with yourself (and other key colleagues if you wish) the issues that you are needing to deal with. This is followed up with a short form report covering the issues/guidance discussed. The cost of this to the member authority is £300 plus any travel/subsidence and VAT.Go to the nabma.com homepage, click on the “Members’ Area Exclusive Content” blue portal, insert your log in details and click on to the “Market Mentors & Support Sessions” portal, where you can view how to get in touch with Rob Nixon, NABMA’s Support Sessions Manager (07471 479854). Tell Rob what your issues are and he will put you in touch with the most suitable adviser, either for a Zoom call or a physical visit to your market.When you are in NABMA membership it’s like being in a family, or a group of friends. You are not alone!Yours sincerelyDavid PrestonChief Executive

Dear Colleague  A vacancy has arisen at Chesterfield Market, for a Retail Development Manager – Markets and Pavements Centre. Pleased find attached a Job Advert and Job Description along with the link below for anyone interested in applying. https://www.chesterfield.gov.uk/retail-development-manager-markets-and-pavements.aspx Closing date is 4 September 2022. Yours sincerelyDavid Preston Chief Executive

Markets Development Officer for IslingtonAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Markets professional to join the Local Economies Team at the heart of the Council’s new Community Wealth Building Directorate. The Community Wealth Building Directorate is focused on reducing economic inequality, sharing wealth and increasing opportunity by creating a sustainable and inclusive local economy, underpinned by a strong community asset base and a progressive procurement approach. Find out more: http://jobs.islington.gov.uk/job/UK/London/Islington/Islington_Council/Community_Wealth_Building/Community_Wealth_Building-v4442054

Have you booked yet for our Annual Conference and AGM from the 18th  to 20th  September 2022, sponsored by Vitabri,  at the Double Tree Hilton Harrogate Majestic Hotel and Spa? Spaces are filling up so please make your booking a priority. NABMA Annual AGM & Conference 2022 – NABMA We have a great programme. As examples; We look at the Levelling Up agenda  and ask what is the status of markets as a long-established community asset?   The National Young Traders Market seeks to attract young entrepreneurs to take part and to become the future of the markets industry. We go behind the scenes and look at the organisation of this hugely successful initiative We look at the ambitious regeneration and improvement plans currently under development in a new era for Rotherham market. Conference will look at the change agenda and local leadership at York Shambles Market.. Barnsley Market sits at the heart of a £210 million that aims to make the town the go-to destination for shoppers and leisure seekers. We look at the journey and the outcomes. Oxford Market is working on a masterplan, with input from traders, other stakeholders and the general public, in order to support the Market’s successful long-term future. Hear how the council is seeking to find a balance between establishing the case for transformative changes while also keeping focused on a deliverable scheme. Columbia Road Flower Market, started in 1869, is the Great British Market Awards, Best Small Speciality Market of 2022. How important is this iconic London Street market within both the local economy and the local community? Our Gala Awards Reception and Dinner will announce the NABMA Market Industry Awards for 2022. Above all, the Conference will be a recognition of the immense contribution of markets to local communities and their role and influence within the government levelling up agenda , as they help to drive change in towns and cities across the UK.  The Conference, as always  will provide opportunities for networking and meeting our Market Place Exhibitors. Can you afford as a market professional not to be at the largest market conference of 2022 and share the debate? Book now and join us at our Conference and come away with new ideas, inspiration and new friends.