BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//NABMA - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://nabma.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for NABMA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241017T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241017T113000 DTSTAMP:20260416T125820 CREATED:20240923T123741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T123741Z UID:38452-1729159200-1729164600@nabma.com SUMMARY:Social Media & Online Publicity for a Successful Christmas DESCRIPTION:Practical tips to boost your online presence ahead of Christmas. Learn how to create engaging social media content. Use free and paid advertising effectively to reach your target audience and maximise visibility during the festive season.\nPresenter: Ian Holmes \n\n CPDs 2024-25Select which CPDs you wish to attend Community Value of Markets (22/04/2025\, 10am)How many Attendees for Market Licencing ForumFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Attracting and Retaining New TradersFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Develop and Build a New MarketFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Food Safety on MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Community Value of MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailConfirm Booking URL:https://nabma.com/event/social-media-online-publicity-for-a-successful-christmas/ LOCATION:Virtual Event for Members CATEGORIES:Virtual Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nabma.com/version2020/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/CPD-Social-Media.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20241112T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20241112T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T125820 CREATED:20240923T124148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T130850Z UID:38460-1731407400-1731412800@nabma.com SUMMARY:Market Licencing Forum DESCRIPTION:Do you have a market licensing policy? Is it effective and how do you ensure compliance?\nHave you considered introducing a market licensing policy? If so\, what is stopping you?\nPresenter: Graham Wilson OBE \n\n CPDs 2024-25Select which CPDs you wish to attend Community Value of Markets (22/04/2025\, 10am)How many Attendees for Market Licencing ForumFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Attracting and Retaining New TradersFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Develop and Build a New MarketFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Food Safety on MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Community Value of MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailConfirm Booking URL:https://nabma.com/event/market-licencing-forum/ LOCATION:Virtual Event for Members CATEGORIES:Virtual Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nabma.com/version2020/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/CPD-Marketing-Licencing.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250113T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250113T113000 DTSTAMP:20260416T125820 CREATED:20240923T124605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T124605Z UID:38462-1736762400-1736767800@nabma.com SUMMARY:Attracting and Retaining New Traders DESCRIPTION:Managers constantly search for new ways to encourage new traders into their Markets. We hear from four case studies highlighting a variety of different methods\, and learn how creative thinking can give you that edge.\nPresenters: Julie Gimeno\, Tina Benson\, John Hatfield & Claire Haddock \n\n CPDs 2024-25Select which CPDs you wish to attend Community Value of Markets (22/04/2025\, 10am)How many Attendees for Market Licencing ForumFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Attracting and Retaining New TradersFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Develop and Build a New MarketFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Food Safety on MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Community Value of MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailConfirm Booking URL:https://nabma.com/event/attracting-and-retaining-new-traders/ LOCATION:Virtual Event for Members CATEGORIES:Virtual Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nabma.com/version2020/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/CPD-Attracting-Traders.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250218T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250218T113000 DTSTAMP:20260416T125820 CREATED:20240923T124830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T124830Z UID:38465-1739872800-1739878200@nabma.com SUMMARY:Develop and Build a New Market DESCRIPTION:How do local authorities develop a new market?\nThree case studies explain their strategy and justification for redevelopment.\nPresenters: Andy Ward\, Adele Thomas\, Robbie Kerr & Allan Hartwell \n\n CPDs 2024-25Select which CPDs you wish to attend Community Value of Markets (22/04/2025\, 10am)How many Attendees for Market Licencing ForumFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Attracting and Retaining New TradersFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Develop and Build a New MarketFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Food Safety on MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Community Value of MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailConfirm Booking URL:https://nabma.com/event/develop-and-build-a-new-market/ LOCATION:Virtual Event for Members CATEGORIES:Virtual Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nabma.com/version2020/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/CPD-Develop.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250331T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250331T123000 DTSTAMP:20260416T125820 CREATED:20240923T125043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T125043Z UID:38467-1743413400-1743424200@nabma.com SUMMARY:Food Safety on Markets DESCRIPTION:Gain a detailed understanding of food safety and hygiene requirements placed on food traders.\nDavid Newsum\, a food safety expert\, gives a fascinating outline on the ever-increasing pressures around food standards.\nPresenter: David Newsum \n\n CPDs 2024-25Select which CPDs you wish to attend Community Value of Markets (22/04/2025\, 10am)How many Attendees for Market Licencing ForumFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Attracting and Retaining New TradersFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Develop and Build a New MarketFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Food Safety on MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Community Value of MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailConfirm Booking URL:https://nabma.com/event/food-safety-on-markets/ LOCATION:Virtual Event for Members CATEGORIES:Virtual Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nabma.com/version2020/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/CPD-Food-Safety.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250422T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250422T113000 DTSTAMP:20260416T125820 CREATED:20240923T125041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T125405Z UID:38468-1745316000-1745321400@nabma.com SUMMARY:Community Value of Markets DESCRIPTION:Why do we run markets?\nIt is not all about money. In this talk we highlight the enormous value that a market has in the local community.\nPresenters: Myfanwy Taylor & Sara Gonzalez \n\n CPDs 2024-25Select which CPDs you wish to attend Community Value of Markets (22/04/2025\, 10am)How many Attendees for Market Licencing ForumFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Attracting and Retaining New TradersFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Develop and Build a New MarketFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Food Safety on MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailHow many Attendees for Community Value of MarketsFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailFirst NameLast NameEmailConfirm Booking URL:https://nabma.com/event/community-value-of-markets/ LOCATION:Virtual Event for Members CATEGORIES:Virtual Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nabma.com/version2020/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/CPD-Community.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250520T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250520T123000 DTSTAMP:20260416T125820 CREATED:20250409T131644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T132121Z UID:39172-1747735200-1747744200@nabma.com SUMMARY:NABMA Legal Seminar DESCRIPTION:Here is an opportunity to gain knowledge and understanding of the legal issues that underpin the operation of Markets. From the powers available to market operators to an outline of the importance of these powers and using a market licensing system. The seminar will address the different kinds of letting arrangements and the importance of proper consultation with traders. You will learn about the impact of VAT and Business Rates. \nIn addition to covering all the important issues affecting the operation of Markets\, you will also have the chance to raise issues and network with other colleagues. The seminar will be hosted by Graham Wilson OBE\, NABMA’s Legal and Policy Consultant and co-author of Pease and Chitty\, the only textbook on market law. \nThe Seminar is limited to twenty places. It will be a virtual event to be held on the 20th May from 10 to 12.30. The cost is £75 plus VAT. \nIf you would like to attend\, please register with marinaatherton@oswestry-tc.gov.uk. URL:https://nabma.com/event/nabma-legal-seminar/ LOCATION:Virtual Event for Members CATEGORIES:Virtual Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nabma.com/version2020/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/free-virtual-events-nabma.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250717T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250717T113000 DTSTAMP:20260416T125820 CREATED:20250626T094237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T094604Z UID:39564-1752746400-1752751800@nabma.com SUMMARY:Real Deal Week: Review & Renew DESCRIPTION:Free Online Training Event via Zoom for NABMA Members\nThursday\, 17 July 2025\n10:00am to 11:30am \n“Real Deal and Its Importance to Your Market and Your Community” \nA highly practical and interactive session designed to provide market operators with essential information to deter rogue traders and keep your market fake-free. \nIntroduction by NABMA \nSession One: Matthew Knowles\nIn the first part of the seminar\, Matthew Knowles will provide an overview of IP crime\, relevant legislation\, and the role of trading standards in protecting your market\, shoppers\, traders\, and the local community. \nHe will explain how the organised criminal networks involved in the global trade in fake goods are connected to other forms of criminality\, including stolen goods and other illicit products that—without appropriate preventative measures—can find their way onto UK markets. \nUsing examples of counterfeit items seized in the UK\, he will highlight serious safety hazards and share tips to equip market staff with practical know-how on how to spot a fake. \nSession Two: Patricia Lennon\nPatricia Lennon will explain how the Real Deal Campaign offers practical guidance\, solutions\, and resources to market operators to help deter rogue traders. \nQ&A\nAn opportunity for attendees to ask questions. \nSign up for the Zoom event below: \nBookings are now closed for this event. URL:https://nabma.com/event/real-deal-week-review-and-renew/ LOCATION:Virtual Event for Members CATEGORIES:Virtual Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nabma.com/version2020/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Real-Deal-Week.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T125820 CREATED:20251009T105819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T143041Z UID:39990-1763634600-1763640000@nabma.com SUMMARY:Market Licensing Forum DESCRIPTION:This Forum will seek to build on previous meetings and\, in particular\, consider application and decision making procedures and reasons for refusing applications. \nWe also want to examine charging arrangements and potential conflicts between NABMA members. \nThe discussions will be led by Graham Wilson OBE\, NABMA’s Legal and Policy Consultant\, with contributions from members with their details of their own market licensing arrangements and personal experience. \nBookings are now closed for this event. URL:https://nabma.com/event/market-licensing-forum-nov-2025/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nabma.com/version2020/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Market-Licensing-Forum-Nov-2025-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260423T113000 DTSTAMP:20260416T125820 CREATED:20260402T134918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T142403Z UID:40481-1776940200-1776943800@nabma.com SUMMARY:Meet the Chief Executive DESCRIPTION:Our first online event of the year is an opportunity to meet the new NABMA Chief Executive\, David Catterall DL who took over the NABMA reins at the start of 2026. \nThis free online event will be held on Thursday 23rd April 2026 at 10:30am. \nDavid brings to NABMA a wealth of local government experience with a background in commercial services and hospitality. He is also a Deputy Lord Lieutenant for Greater Manchester. \nThis is a chance for NABMA members to virtually meet David and informally chat markets\, the high street and NABMA. \nDavid will tell us about his first few weeks in office;  his thoughts on the future of the markets industry; and with the looming changes in local government and regional opportunities to look at what lead role NABMA may fulfil into the future. \nIt is also your opportunity to tell us what organisation you expect NABMA to be going forward and what will be the priority services it must continue to deliver. \nPlease register and join with us for what promises to be an excellent discussion and exchange of views and opinions. \n\n Meet the Chief ExecutiveFirst NameLast NameEmailLocal Authority and / or Market Name Exclusively for NABMA Members. Check this box to confirm you are a NABMA Member. Confirm Booking URL:https://nabma.com/event/meet-the-chief-executive/ LOCATION:Virtual Event for Members CATEGORIES:Virtual Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nabma.com/version2020/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Meet-the-Chief-Executive-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T113000 DTSTAMP:20260416T125820 CREATED:20260416T100112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T100354Z UID:40540-1779273000-1779276600@nabma.com SUMMARY:Martyn’s Law Update DESCRIPTION:NABMA members will be aware that over recent months that we have been in discussion with the Home Office and the Business Engagement Unit\, The National Counter Terrorism Security Office (NaCTSO) at New Scotland Yard\, on Martyn’s Law and the implications for the markets industry. \nWe are now pleased to confirm that NABMA has advanced that dialogue and has arranged an online update on Martyn’s Law together with a wider discussion around risk. This will be presented by the NaCTSO Team. \nThis will be an online event at 1030 on Wednesday 20 May 2026 \nThe event is even more relevant for NABMA members as this week the Home Office published the Section 27 statutory guidance for the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025. The guidance explains the core concepts of the legislation and helps those responsible for premises and events determine whether they fall within its and how to meet their legal duties. \nPlease find a link to the guidance and supplementary documents here https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/the-terrorism-protection-of-premises-act-2025 \nOur discussions with NaCTSO have considered how we can work with Counter Terrorism colleagues in the months ahead to provide a helpful framework for our membership. They have also acknowledged that the NABMA advice we have issued to members on indoor\, outdoor and hybrid situations reflect the scope of the Act\, and that early preparation\, as we have suggested\, supports public safety. \nOur online event will \n\nOutline the published Section 27 statutory guidance as now issued by the Home Office \nRevisit the NABMA position on Martyn’s Law\, thereby helping to shape understanding of what we should be doing\, whether within or outside the scope of the Act. \nDiscuss terrorism and risk more broadly\, sharing good practice and advice.\n\nRegister below and join us for this discussion in May. \n\n Martyn’s Law Update 20-05-26First NameLast NameEmailLocal Authority and / or Market Name Exclusively for NABMA Members. Check this box to confirm you are a NABMA Member. Confirm Booking URL:https://nabma.com/event/martyns-law-update/ LOCATION:Virtual Event for Members CATEGORIES:Virtual Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nabma.com/version2020/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Martyns-Law-Update-20-05-26-scaled.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR