Decision details

Arising from a report of the Chief Executive and Director of Growth, the Economy Policy Development Group had recommended that trade on the normal retail market be encouraged to encompass all goods and produce found on a Farmers’ Market and promote it as part of the offer of Tiverton Pannier Market. (Option 4)

The Cabinet Member for Planning and Economic Regeneration outlined the contents of the report stating that the PDG had considered a feasibility study on the establishment of a Farmers Market in Tiverton, they had reflected on the opportunities for Tiverton and various options available.

The Market Manager informed the meeting that there was some concern with  regard to the number of traders and the footfall within the market area. He had various ideas for promotional events but considered it necessary to find out what the people of Tiverton and its visitors wanted from the venue.

Consideration was given to:

·         The options available within the feasibility study

·         The need for local produce from local traders to form part of the established market days

·         Musical attractions and livestock

·         Specific markets in various parts of the country that were thriving

RESOLVED that the recommendations of the Policy Development Group be approved.

(Proposed by Cllr R J Chesterton and seconded by Cllr C R Slade)

Notes: 

(i)        Cllr R L Stanley declared a personal interest as a cousin traded on a market in East Anglia;

(ii)       *Report previously copy attached to minutes.