NABMA 2023 Market Awards are Launched
NABMA is pleased to launch its industry awards for 2023. Once again we thank Blachere Illumination for their support and generous sponsorship.
MoreIntroducing “ChooseDay” at Chester Market – Unmissable Offers Every Tuesday!
Traders in the new Chester Market have come together to offer customers a range of discounts to choose from every Tuesday starting from 1 August.
MoreAll Party Parliamentary Markets Group Relaunched
The All Party Parliamentary Markets Group (APPMG) has been relaunched with new officers and Simon Baynes MP as its chairman. NABMA now provides the secretariat for the Group.
MoreNABMA Members Enjoy Behind-the-Scenes Look at New Chester Market
NABMA members were given a behind-the-scenes look at the new Chester Market on Thursday, 13 July.
MoreNotice of All Party Parliamentary Group
NABMA is now the administrator of the All Party Parliamentary Markets Group.
MoreThe Late Matthew Steele
It is with great sadness that NABMA have to convey to members the passing of Matthew Steele, Markets & Street Trading Operations Manager at Hackney.
MoreLove Your Local Market 2023 – What a scorcher of a campaign!
The wonderful weather during May appears to have added some extra heat to this year’s Love Your Local Market campaign, with another highly successful year.
MoreLove Your Local Market – Celebration in the Sunshine
Once again a huge thanks from NABMA for all the fantastic events, pictures, stories and social media from the last few days demonstrating how markets are truly valued within local communities.
MoreFeel the Love With #LYLM2023
What a first week we enjoyed as Love Your Local Market 2023, kindly sponsored by Zapp Outdoor, was celebrated across the UK in some wonderful weather.
MoreLove Your Local Market – Week One – Thank You
We have had a stunning first week of #LYLM2023 blessed with good weather and so many excellent events.
MoreLove Your Local Market 2023 – Do You Have a Story to Tell?
With over 450 registrations now for Love Your Local Market it is wonderful to see all the social media and images in this first week of events, celebrations and promotions taking place at markets across the UK.
MoreLove Your Local Market – Have You Signed Up?
Love Your Local Market runs from Friday 12 May until Saturday 27 May.
MoreA Vision for UK Markets Launched at Britain’s Favourite Market!
NABMA, the leading organisation in the UK for market operators, has launched a new vision for markets called “Markets First”.
MoreZapp add extra “Zip” to Love Your Local Market in 2023!
NABMA, the organisers of the UK’s Love Your Local Market Campaign, are thrilled to announce that Zapp will be the major sponsors of the event for the third year in succession.
MoreThe Great British Market Awards 2023 – The Winners are Revealed
The winners of this year's Great British Market Awards have been revealed at a ceremony in Birmingham today. NABMA, announced the winners at its One-Day Conference including the coveted "Britain's Favourite Market Award".
MoreMarkets and Market Traders (Review of Support) Bill
NABMA was delighted to support Simon Baynes MP, our past Chairman of the All Party Parliamentary Markets Committee, who, today, submitted a 10 Minute Rule Bill in the Chamber at the House of Commons.
MoreMarkets in the UK – National Survey reveals Major Challenges for the Markets’ Sector
The National Association of British Markets (NABMA) has published the findings of its latest, comprehensive National Survey of UK markets. It has revealed that the industry faces major challenges in […]More
Pair who work to keep our markets safe and fake-free win a Trading Standards Hero Award
Two key members of the National Markets Group for IP Protection – Gavin Terry and Patrician Lennon – have won recognition at Chartered Trading Standards Institute’s (CTSI) annual Hero Awards […]More
Major boost for North East tourism, and Markets
North East England will pilot a new £2.25 million scheme to restructure tourism boards. DCMS have announced that Newcastle Gateshead Initiative in the North East has been selected to lead […]More
Training and Development is the Key to Success
Training and Development of your market team is essential to your success and this is why NABMA offer bespoke training and qualifications.
MoreGreat British Market Awards Launched by NABMA
You can follow the campaign on social media with the hashtag #MyFavouriteMarket and #GBMA2023
MoreNABMA Special Recognition Award presented to Geraldine Carter
Geraldine has been part of the NABMA family for nearly two decades and has been an influential voice in making NABMA the organisation it is today.
MoreThe Krys Zasada Award 2022 – NABMA’s Highest Award
This is the highest award that NABMA makes each year and is in the gift of the Presidency. We are grateful to Manchester City Council for their ongoing support and […]More
NABMA Mentor and Supporter – Special Achievement Award
NABMA said a formal goodbye to one of its most loyal supporters and consultants at its recent Conference and AGM.
MoreMarket Award Winners 2022 Announced at Annual Conference
At the NABMA Gala Awards Dinner held in Harrogate on 27 & 28 October 2022, the winners of NABMA Awards for 2022 were revealed.
MoreAward Winners 2022 Announced at Gala Dinner – Lifetime Achievements
At the NABMA Gala Awards Dinner held in Harrogate on 27 & 28 October 2022, the winners of NABMA Awards for 2022 were revealed.
MoreLondon Markets Board
NABMA is pleased to announce that its nomination of Graham Wilson OBE to serve on the reformed London Markets Board has been successful. The appointment of our former Chief Executive, […]More
Investment in Markets
Following requests from NABMA we have now received the latest information from government about investment in markets from government programmes. The attachment details funding from the Town Deals Fund; the […]More
Chester’s new Market set to open on 5th November
The new Chester Market will open its doors to the public on Saturday 5 November at 9am. Free tickets will be available for the opening weekend to provide an exclusive […]More
NABMA Annual Report 2022
Please find attached the NABMA Annual Report that picks out the headlines and details of another very busy but successful year for your national organisation. The Report will be presented […]More
Further traders set to open at Chester’s new Market
With less than five months until the new market is expected to open, Cheshire West and Chester Council can announce the second tranche of traders taking stalls. Eleven further stalls […]More
Love Your Local Market – Parliamentary Question
As a follow up to Love Your Local Market, Simon raised a question in the House of Commons to Paul Scully MP, the Parliamentary Under – Secretary (BEIS) and Minister of State for London.
MoreMarket Place announced as NABMA Principal Sponsor
NABMA is delighted to announce that Market Place will be the principal NABMA sponsor, for 2022/23. Market Place, is well known in the market industry as an innovative and exciting […]More
Love Your Local Market 2022 – Thank You
What a three weeks we have had as markets across the UK have supported Love Your Local Market and The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
MoreLove Your Local Market 2022 – Thank You For Your Support
What a fantastic two weeks we have enjoyed as Love Your Local Market has been celebrated across the UK.
MoreSimon Baynes MP joins Wrexham Market Traders to Highlight ‘Love Your Local Market’ Campaign
Simon Baynes MP, joined the Chief Executive of NABMA (the National Association of British Market Authorities), David Preston, on a visit to the market at Tŷ Pawb in Wrexham to highlight their annual ‘Love Your Local Market’ campaign.
MoreRetail Markets Survey 2021/22
Since 2011, NABMA have carried out surveys of the country’s retail markets to record year-on-year changes – the Retail Markets Survey (RMS). This year, the RMS has been reviewed and […]More
Love Your Local Market 2022– The Campaign So Far
What a fantastic first week we were experiencing for Love Your Local Market.
MoreLove Your Local Market Campaign receives endorsement from the Prime Minister
Endorsement and recognition of the value of local markets from the heart of Westminster and the Prime Minister himself.
MoreBorough Market Brings Community Together to Celebrate Platinum Jubilee
London’s iconic Borough Market will be creating a bustling street party feel under its Victorian arches to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
MoreAre you ready to celebrate Love Your Local Market?
NABMA has produced a checklist to ensure that your markets can best use this national and local PR opportunity.
MoreNew Look LYLM Social Media Tiles now Available
Our new look Love Your Local Market Social Media Tiles are now available to access.
MoreLove Your Local Market will be bigger than ever as Zapp become the 2022 Campaign Sponsor
the organisers of the campaign, are thrilled to welcome Zapp as this year’s major sponsor.
MoreCelebrate this year’s extended LOVE YOUR LOCAL MARKET campaign
An extended Love Your Local Market returns this May as markets join in the celebration of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
MoreNABMA welcomes new sponsor Vitabri
NABMA is delighted to announce and welcome our new sponsor, Vitabri, for 2022/23. Vitabri is renowned for its high quality products, designed and produced in France.
MoreNABMA stands in solidarity with Ukrainian citizens at this difficult time
It has been heartening to see the response from around the world to the crisis in Ukraine and the response from markets across Europe.
MoreTraders get their first look inside Chester’s new Market
Market traders have been able to get a glimpse of their future with a visit to the new market hall as further traders are announced by the council.
MoreNABMA’s History & its People
NABMA is pleased to see its publication continuing to be viewed from far and wide
MoreSimon Baynes Mp Presents Awards at the Great British Market Awards 2022
Member of Parliament for Clwyd South, Simon Baynes MP, recently presented awards to the winners of the Great British Market Awards 2022 which were announced at a prestigious event in Birmingham on Thursday 3 February 2022.
MoreLove Your Local Market & Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
NABMA has decided to extend Love Your Local Market Campaign for 2022 to link with the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.
MoreLondon Pavement Licence Consultation ends this Friday
Several of our London members have made us aware of a consultation on the continuance of Pavement Licence which raises a number of concerns for them.
MoreThe Great British Market Award Winners are Revealed including Britain’s Favourite Market
The winners of the Great British Market Awards were announced at a prestigious event in Birmingham earlier today (Thursday 3 February 2022).
MoreNABMA Welcomes The Safer Food Group
NABMA is excited to announce, and welcomes, our new sponsor, The Safer Food Group for 2022/23.
MoreWho will be crowned Britain’s Favourite Market? – Top 10 Revealed
After over 30,000 votes from the public, the anticipation is rising, as the title of Britain’s Favourite Market 2022 is set to be revealed on 3rd February 2022.
MoreCan Basecamp Help You?
NABMA is delighted that our Basecamp app has now signed up 300 members. This service is dedicated solely to NABMA members. Are you part of the discussion yet?
MoreLove Your Local Market brings Autumn Boost to Markets
The recent Love Your Local Market Campaign (run by NABMA) which took place in the final two weeks of October 2021, has given markets across the country a vital boost.
MoreGreat British Market Awards Launched – Vote for Britain’s Favourite Market
As we approach the end of a highly successful Love Your Local Market Campaign, the love continues with the launch of the Great British Market Awards 2022.
MoreGREAT BRITISH MARKET AWARDS 2022 ARE LAUNCHED
Voting is now open for Britain's Favourite Market!
MoreLYLM 2021 already breaking records
People are showing their love for markets in record numbers during this year's Love Your Local Market Campaign.
MoreLove Your Local Market gets off to a Great Start!
What a busy NABMA Saturday as Love Your Local Market 2021 gets underway for the next two weeks.
MoreAwards Celebration as our Conference Returned to Stratford upon Avon
Key to the event, were the presentation of Market Awards to the following people. NABMA would like to congratulate all the award winners for their contribution to markets.
MoreLove Your Local Market 2021 Digital Assets
The digital assets for #LYLM2021 are now available to download.
MoreLove Your Local Market gains more Support as Major Sponsor is Announced
The Love Your Local Market campaign, which returns to the UK this October has received a major boost as this year’s sponsor is announced.
MoreIt’s Time to Show Love for Your Local Market
Britain’s biggest celebration of markets is back this Autumn and is highlighting the importance of markets at the heart of local communities and economies.
MoreBradford Council approves the relocation of wholesale market and regional food hub expansion
Bradford Council’s Executive has approved proposals to relocate and expand St James’s Wholesale Market into a modern ‘regional food hub’ following an announcement by Bradford Council’s Leader that the existing market site could be the location for a new city centre Northern Powerhouse Rail station.
MoreMarkets hit by £200 million in Lost Income due to COVID
As non-essential retail plans to return on 12 April, the latest NABMA survey suggests that the industry is heading towards some £200 million of lost income for market operators.
MoreTourism top spot for eat:Festivals!
eat:Festivals are celebrating after being awarded the top spot at the Bristol, Bath and Somerset Tourism Awards on Thursday (18 March 2021).
MoreThe NABMA Lockdown 3 Survey
NABMA has produced a further survey as the markets industry looks towards the path out of lockdown 3 and the reopening of markets next month.
MoreMarket Heroes’ Award winners recognised at Virtual Conference
The announcement of the winners of NABMA's Market Heroes Awards.
MoreTier 4 and Revised Guidance for England and Wales
Following announcements by the Prime Minister last night, and revised guidance released this morning, the below are latest restriction and business updates for England and Wales.
MoreWearing of Face Coverings Increases
Leading Mystery Shopping organisation, Storecheckers, has been tracking the wearing of masks in Britain’s High Streets.
MoreRepair Services – Updated Information
Following NABMA’s announcement about the concession we have secured for mobile phone repair shops to open further enquiries have been received about other repair services such as shoes and key cutting.
MoreMobile Phone Repair Services can remain open
We have been advised by the Cabinet Office that, under the November restrictions, repair service businesses, such as mobile phone repair shops, are not required to close.
MoreLockdown 2- Markets, Guidance And Proposed Legislation – NABMA And NMTF Revised Statement
Following further discussions with government officials, NABMA and the NMTF have agreed a revised statement on how we believe these regulations apply to markets in England.
MoreGovernment – Closing Certain Businesses and Venues in England
As a reminder, the Regulations allow for all markets stalls (whether indoor or outdoor) to be open, whether they are selling essential goods only or a mixed offering. Further information on what constitutes a mixed offering is within this guidance.
MoreLOCKDOWN 2 – MARKETS, GUIDANCE AND PROPOSED LEGISLATION – NABMA and NMTF Statement
Following the information provided yesterday on our meeting with government officials the Regulations have now been published.
MoreMarkets, Lockdown and Government – NABMA and NMTF Update
Representatives of our respective organisations, NABMA and NMTF met with government officials
MoreSponsor News – Marketti – How to Digitally Enable Your Market
A message from our sponsors, Marketti
MoreResearch on Wearing of Face Coverings
NABMA have been provided with updated research from our High Street partner, Storecheckers.
MoreHigh Street Minister – Supporting Markets
Email that NABMA has sent to the recently appointed High Street Minister, Kelly Tolhurst MP
MoreNABMA Survey Reveals Growing Fears for the Future of the Markets Industry
NABMA has undertaken another COVID-19 survey following a request from government to update them on the state of the markets’ industry.
MoreNew QR Code Check-In System & Poster for NHS COVID-19 app
Businesses are now required by law to display the official NHS QR code posters from today
MoreCounter Service Food in Markets
Having studied and taken advice on the latest updates from Government regarding changes to Food & Beverage service
MoreFace Coverings in Markets – Clarification of new rules
Following a request for clarification, NABMA has now received the following response.
MoreCity of London Corporation elects new Markets Committee Chairman
John Chapman has been elected as the new Chairman of the City of London Corporation’s Markets Committee.
MorePease, Chitty and Cousins: Law of Markets and Fairs – 7th Edition
Pease, Chitty and Cousins: Law of Markets and Fairs - 7th Edition available to pre-order.
MorePresentations from SLCC / NABMA Webinar
Please find below the presentations from the SLCC / NABMA Webinar on Wednesday 9th September 2020
MoreNominate your Market Heroes 2020
Today NABMA launches a new awards programme to recognise our market heroes. We are grateful to Blachere Illumination who have kindly agreed to sponsor the awards.
MoreNABMA Virtual Conference Have you booked yet?
We are delighted at the number of early bookings for our virtual conference on the morning of Tuesday 22 September. Our grateful thanks go to our conference sponsor Groupe Geraud.
MoreUK retailers lose profits when customers do not feel COVID-safe
NABMA has worked closely with Storecheckers over the last few years. They have shared for information their recent survey on businesses and COVID safety measures.
MoreLocal Markets, Local Councils and the High Street Free Webinar – 9th September
NABMA and SLCC offer an opportunity for a virtual discussion about retail markets and their importance to the future renaissance of the high street
MoreMarketti’s coming to a town near you with FREE contactless devices hassle free!
The Marketti team will be visiting markets throughout August to make setting traders up with a FREE contactless device hassle free.
MoreLocal Authority Lettings of Market Stalls, Pitches and VAT
NABMA has been made aware that on 27 July 2020, HMRC updated the guidance in its VAT Government and Public Bodies manual on the VAT treatment of local authority lettings of market stalls and pitches.
MoreMarkets Return, but will some Survive? Survey Findings
As markets and the high street slowly return then NABMA has invited its members to provide updates on market performance during the first month of restart.
More£500 million Council Support – Recovering Lost Income
A key part of the NABMA Support Plan for Markets was securing compensation for lost rents and fees during the pandemic. This has been a consistent element of our lobbying of government.
MoreNABMA Talking Markets – Free Virtual Session for Members
A chance to discuss with a NABMA Panel your questions as markets continue their start back.
MoreHave your eligible traders registered for “Eat Out to Help Out”?
You can use the Eat Out to Help Out Scheme to offer a discount to diners and encourage them to eat at your restaurant.
MoreCOVID-19 Lockdown #2
With many markets affected by lockdown restrictions across the UK, we would appreciate a couple of minutes of your time to help us with our ongoing discussions with government.
MoreThe Green Shoots of Rejuvenation of the High Street will begin with “My Market”
Markets will be at the heart of recovery according to the national body that represents the sector across the UK.
MoreMaking The Most of Markets
This is particularly important for one off events and specialist Markets.
MoreThe Market Start Back Experience Summary
Many thanks to all those that took part in the informal catch up and sharing their experiences to date.
MoreThe Market Start Back Experience – Zoom Event
NABMA would like to capture the experiences by inviting feedback from our members.
MoreNABMA Board Updates – 2020 and looking to the future
The Board of Directors met yesterday and considered an agenda with many decisions needed to be taken in unprecedented circumstances.
MoreGovernment notice to display (COVID-secure guidelines) England
As part of the guidance, we have provided a notice that businesses should visibly display in their shop window or outside their door
MoreNew home for Billingsgate, New Spitalfields and Smithfield markets?
New home for Billingsgate, New Spitalfields and Smithfield markets?
MoreNABMA Social Media Campaign is Launched #MyMarket
The new #MyMarket campaign will be officially launched by NABMA, with support from the NMTF on Monday 22nd June 2020.
MoreOur Market Moment in the Sunshine?
Over the last 48 hours we have held NABMA Zoom meetings to capture feedback and the top tips from the outdoor markets operators that have met the 1 June start back.
MoreLicensing Arrangements with Private Operators
Many of our members will have licensing arrangements in respect of car boot sales and other market events.
MoreIs the Future a Cashless Market?
Markets have always been places where cash payments have been an important feature of the business activity.
MoreImportant Guidance for Food Businesses – Additional Checks
The FSA has developed a complementary check list to help food businesses re-open and operate safely, when allowed.
MoreIndustry Leaders Welcome Full Return of Retail Markets
The retail market industry’s two leading organisations have welcomed the news that outdoor markets can fully reopen from 1st June, and indoor markets from 15th June in England.
MoreRegister for Government webinars – Working Safely
The UK Government, in consultation with industry, has produced guidance for businesses in England, to help ensure workplaces are as safe as possible.
MoreNABMA and COVID-19 – The Story so Far – Fighting for your Future
The last 3 months have seen NABMA on a daily basis seek to support our membership
MoreMarkets in England to Open and a Funding Opportunity
Over the last three months NABMA has been in close contact with government discussing its Support Plan for Markets
MoreAdvice for Shops & Branches (including markets) has been updated for England
Following our announcement yesterday about the phased reopening of retail in England, the Government have updated their guidance for shops & branches, which is the section that also covers markets.
MoreOutdoor Markets in England allowed to Open from 1st June
The Prime Minister has announced that outdoor markets can reopen and sell any item, including non essential from 1 June
MoreMarkets Opening Up? Press Reports
Boris Johnson 'set to ease outdoor activity restrictions on markets, garden parties and National Trust sites in days'
MoreIMPORTANT UPDATE Funding to Help the High Street and Markets
The government has today launched the Reopening High Streets Safely Fund.
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