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Markets: Local Government

Commons · Question 13096 · Tabled 25 Jun 2026 · Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government · Official record

Answered 2 Jul 2026

Question

Asked by Andrew Rosindell

To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what recent steps he has taken to support local authorities in supporting market traders.

Answer

Answered by Nesil Caliskan, 2 Jul 2026

The government recognises that markets can make a significant contribution to the vibrancy and diversity of our high streets and town centres. It is for local authorities, not central government, to make decisions on running, supporting and investing in l...