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The National Association of British Market Authorities (NABMA) is delighted to present another joint event with the Society of Local Council Clerks (SLCC).This event will be of interest to all NABMA members.Markets are recognised by Government to be one of the top factors that can influence vibrant and vital town centres and, as restrictions ease, more local councils are delivering their local markets and associated events to boost their local economy, tourism and town centre footfall.This event will feature case studies from local councils who operate markets with a license from a principal council and those developing a markets strategy and extending their local market offer. The case studies will also be detailed in the new NABMA publication which will be launched at the event.The virtual event will take place Thursday 2 September, 10:00am – 1:00pm and is completely free.SLCC Members Book Here SLCC | Local Markets, Local Councils and the High Street – Free Webinar – 2 September NABMA Members Book Here NABMA / SLCC Free Event – Markets, the High Street Recovery and Local Councils – NABMA PROGRAMME 9.30 Welcome and IntroductionDavid Preston, NABMA Chief ExecutiveRob, Smith, SLCC Chief Executive  9.40 Parish, Town and Community Council Markets ManualLaunch of updated version on NABMA’s Manual highlighting all the important aspects of market powers and operational issues including relationships with Unitary and District Councils.Graham Wilson, NABMA Legal and Policy Consultant 10.05 Working with a District Council- Forest Row Parish Council illustrate how working with a District Council can bring positive benefits to the quality of a markets service.Sue Young, Markets Manager, Forest Row Parish Council 10.30 Markets making a positive difference- Oswestry Town Council explain the difference between market days and non market days and how market days bring vibrancy, noise and bustle and a real sense of community engagement.Arren Roberts, Town Clerk, Oswestry Town Council 11.00 Break 11.15 Improving The Market Offer- Wisbech Town Council have introduced a number of new and innovative ideas to get people to visit their Market with considerable success. We share their good practice.Terry Jordan, Town Clerk, Wisbech Town Council 11.40 Markets Inspiring A CommunityThe part played by the Salisbury’s Markets for a city recovering from Novichok and Covid.Annie Child, City Clerk, Salisbury Town Council 12.10 Soapbox with speakersQuestions, comments and final thoughts 12.30 Closing remarks.

As part of budget setting for stall fees, it is always appropriate that we benchmark against other outdoor markets to arrive at any decision; whether that be retaining the current cost or considering an increase.It’s been a tough 18 months for markets and traders and rebuilding our market after such damage is a long-term project. I want to get this 100% right.In respect of that would anyone like to jump in on this conversation with their thoughts regarding setting of stall fees and would any other outdoor markets consider swapping their fees with myself by emailing nick.moore@newcastle-staffs.gov.ukmany thanksNickNewcastle-under-Lyme Market, Staffordshire

Oswestry Town Council are looking at making some changes to their markets and wonder whether any other markets will be able to offer any advice on the below topics.  We are currently looking at ways to reduce the environmental impact of our market activities.  Can any other markets please provide us with any environmentally friendly measures that they use with regards to their market activity? We are also looking at standardising the curtains the traders currently use when covering their shops at the end of the day inside the indoor market. We are looking at different options for this which need to be lockable. How are your indoor market stalls/counters secured when the market is closed? Do any markets use roller shutters? Could anyone recommend any companies who build small market stalls to replace the stalls we currently have inside our market?   Finally, we are looking to improve the look of the indoor market floor.  This could be by paint, vinyl, carpet etc.  Can anyone recommend any floor coverings that they are using in their market?  Many thanks

Thank you for those that have already booked for the planned event at Stratford upon Avon on Monday 11 and Tuesday 12 October. We are delighted at the support for the event and the positivity of members wishing to meet up after such a dreadful period of time.A conference flyer and booking form is attached. Online form https://nabma.com/nabma-conference-october-2021-registration/A meeting has been held with the hotel team this week and we are near to filling our first allocation of rooms. We cannot stress how important it is to book as soon as possible as we anticipate that numbers may have to be strictly limited this year. Late bookings may have to be accommodated in neighbouring hotels dependent upon availabilitySeveral colleagues have asked about  day delegates. We can now confirm that we are now taking day delegate bookings. The day rate is £100 plus VAT for each day. This does not include the Monday evening dinner.The conference theme will be “Rebuilding Markets” and will look at the impact of the pandemic on the industry; the change agenda taking place; the people and organisations involved; and, importantly, ask how we now rebuild our markets to play a full role in meeting the social, economic and tourism challenges and opportunities within local communities and their town and city centres.We are excited about bringing the NABMA family together for the first time in 20 months as we make a welcome return to Stratford upon Avon. Please book early to help our planning of the conference in this very difficult year and to be sure of your delegate place.Yours sincerelyDavid Preston (BA Hons)Chief ExecutiveThe National Association of British Market Authorities

Hoping anyone can provide a bit of guidance, we are designing casual stalls for our Market Hall transformation project. Does anyone have a view on a desired, minimum or maximum depth for the counter space? We’re trying to balance convenience with storage and would love a perspective! Please feel free to contact me directly on Robbie.Kerr@derby.gov.uk Many thanks

We have a fairly robust supply to the periphery of our outdoor market in Newcastle-under-Lyme. As our event markets go from strength to strength we have had challenges with bespoke food vendors requesting power on an increasing number of stalls within.We have safe fusebox capacity to run extension cables.Could any colleagues recommend the best companies to deal with in the UK for outdoor extension and cable covers to prevent trip hazards?many thanksNick

NABMA recently highlighted the publication of the government’s vision for the High Street. The Build Back Better High Streets document was published on 15 July.  The absence of any mention of markets in the entire document is a matter of great concern and NABMA has taken the matter up with government through our All Party Parliamentary Markets Group and officials in the Department of Communities and Local Government. However, on closer reading of the government’s vision, there are a number of issues raised which are relevant to markets and I feel that it is appropriate to make members aware of these issues. The government’s vision focuses on five main areas:1. Revitalising The High Street2. Supporting High Street Businesses3. Improving The Public Realm4. Creating Safer and Cleaner Spaces5. Celebrating Pride in our High Streets. Funding will be made available to pursue these objectives including a £150 million Community Ownership Fund, to bring empty buildings into community use, and a £10 million fund to remove gum and staining from High Streets.  The government will place a greater emphasis on cutting red tape to help businesses but much of the emphasis is placed on helping the hospitality sector with the prospect that pavement licences will become a permanent feature of our High Streets. Public spaces will be improved with a much greater emphasis on green issues particularly tree planting. To support cleaner High Streets the government will designate a National High Street Day.Transport links to the High Streets will be improved and local authorities are being urged to improve their parking offer so that there is a greater incentive to visit High Streets. The government is urging High Streets to celebrate their pride in High Streets by holding events and highlighting the role played by specific buildings. Markets are relevant to all these issues and while it is very disappointing that we did not receive one mention in the government’s vision we must ensure that our voice is heard when future decisions are being made.  This means markets need a place at the table when discussions are being made about the local response to the government’s vision. This might be as part of a Town Centre Partnership, BID or other forum High Street Forum.  NABMA will continue to provide updates on the future of Build Back Better High Streets but I would encourage all our members to have a look at the detail of the publication and see what it can do for your market.

A member has reported issues hiring generators and portaloos in Northern Ireland for events.Due to substantial demands from the surge in events and the pandemic these essential items for are in very short supply.Is anyone else experiencing these problems in any other parts of the country?If you are planning events later in the year and beyond, it may be worth considering placing orders now.

The National Association of British Market Authorities (NABMA) is delighted to present another joint event with the Society of Local Council Clerks (SLCC).Markets are recognised by Government to be one of the top factors that can influence vibrant and vital town centres and, as restrictions ease, more local councils are delivering their local markets and associated events to boost their local economy, tourism and town centre footfall.This event will feature case studies from local councils who operate markets with a license from a principal council and those developing a markets strategy and extending their local market offer. The case studies will also be detailed in the new NABMA publication which will be launched at the event.The virtual event will take place Thursday 2 September, 10:00am – 1:00pm and is completely free.SLCC Members Book Here SLCC | Local Markets, Local Councils and the High Street – Free Webinar – 2 September NABMA Members Book Here  https://nabma.com/event/nabma-slcc-free-event-markets-the-high-street-recovery-and-local-councils/PROGRAMME 9.30 Welcome and IntroductionDavid Preston, NABMA Chief ExecutiveRob, Smith, SLCC Chief Executive  9.40 Parish, Town and Community Council Markets ManualLaunch of updated version on NABMA’s Manual highlighting all the important aspects of market powers and operational issues including relationships with Unitary and District Councils.Graham Wilson, NABMA Legal and Policy Consultant 10.05 Working with a District Council- Forest Row Parish Council illustrate how working with a District Council can bring positive benefits to the quality of a markets service.Sue Young, Markets Manager, Forest Row Parish Council 10.30 Markets making a positive difference- Oswestry Town Council explain the difference between market days and non market days and how market days bring vibrancy, noise and bustle and a real sense of community engagement.Arren Roberts, Town Clerk, Oswestry Town Council 11.00 Break 11.15 Improving The Market Offer- Wisbech Town Council have introduced a number of new and innovative ideas to get people to visit their Market with considerable success. We share their good practice.Terry Jordan, Town Clerk, Wisbech Town Council 11.40 Markets Inspiring A CommunityThe part played by the Salisbury’s Markets for a city recovering from Novichok and Covid.Annie Child, City Clerk, Salisbury Town Council 12.10 Soapbox with speakersQuestions, comments and final thoughts 12.30 Closing remarks.

Following expressions of interest NABMA has arranged two Market Law seminars. These interactive events, delivered by Zoom, will be an opportunity for practical help to learn about, and discuss this most interesting aspect of UK law. The course tutor will be Graham Wilson OBE, the NABMA Legal and Policy Consultant and co author of the seventh edition of Pease, Chitty and Cousins: Law of Markets and Fairs Dates are:  Monday 6 September – 10.00 – 12.30Monday 13 September  – 10.00 – 12.30 Each event will have a charge of £75 plus VAT per delegate.   Each seminar will cover the main legal framework of market law highlighting the history and the current provisions. There will be an opportunity to consider how case law and legislation impact on your local market situation.  From examining what actually constitutes a market to establishing and operating a market the seminar will cover day to day management issues and relationships with traders and other stakeholders. We will consider in particular how market powers have evolved and how they can be used in a practical way. We will also look at the relationship between Parish and District/Unitary Councils where they each share market powers. Importantly there will be time for you to raise your individual queries and get help in resolving issues that impact on the running of your market. To book then please email info@nabma.comand express your preferred date.