Issue - decisions

Date of Decision:

24^Th June, 2026

Title:

Temporary Market Rents

Decision Maker:

(Including Job Title)

Andrew Bramidge, Executive Director, Regeneration & Environment

Decision taken on behalf of Simon Moss, Service Director, Planning, Regeneration & Transport

Details of Specific Delegation

or

Delegation contained in the relevant Sub-Scheme of Delegation.

The implementation of any decision concerning markets, including landlord and tenant matters, in respect of market stalls, (but not shops) - the implementation of any determination of the Cabinet Member and the discharge of any function of a regulatory nature – Sub Scheme of Delegation - Executive Director of Regeneration and Environment - Page 23

Decision:

Approve the implementation of temporary market rental arrangements for traders relocating from the Indoor Covered Market to the Outdoor Covered Market.

Reasons for the Decision:

The interventions are designed to support business continuity, maintain footfall, and protect the long-term vitality of the market offer during the refurbishment period

Details of alternative options considered and rejected:

A ‘Partial Rent Reduction’ and ‘do nothing’ options were considered. The preferred option is to implement a structured package of temporary financial support measures to assist traders during the relocation and transition period. This option is recommended as it provides a balanced approach, supporting trader sustainability and business continuity while maintaining a proportionate and controlled financial impact on the Council. It also helps to safeguard occupancy levels and market vibrancy during a critical period of regeneration.

Conflicts of interest declared by any Cabinet Member consulted by the decision maker which relates to the decision:

None

Dispensations Granted:

(If any)

None

Conflicts of interest declared by the Decision Maker if they sit as a Cabinet appointed representative to an outside body which relates to the decision:

None

Dispensations Granted:

(If any)

None

Reports or parts of reports relevant to the decision being taken:

Report

Appendix 1 – Equalities Impact Assessment – Part A

Appendix 2 – Carbon Impact Assessment