Markets
2026-07-12 · Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government · 18254 · Official question
Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government, what steps his Department is taking to support independent markets in town centres.
Answer
The government recognises the important economic and social contribution that markets make to our high streets and town centres. Local authorities are empowered to make decisions on running, supporting and investing in local markets in their areas. Howeve...