That whole area (Bordage, Mill Street, Fountain Street) is pretty grim, grotty and unspiring. Recent attempts to revive Mill Street and rebrand as the "Old Quarter" fizzled out when that trendy art gallery/craft place moved. I recall growing up (am 35) when the market was bustling with traders, customers etc. What happened re the vested/interested parties with regards to the redevelopment is a mystery to me. The current tenant mix is a disaster and the inner part of the market where they envisaged traders/independents is a joke. Such a shame and whilst it all looks very pretty on the outside, the market is a disaster zone for businesses and enterprise - with the UK/Global and even local economy suffering, this will be an empty building in a few years time unless we the people act. Would be grateful if someone could explain to me how the market works from an economic angle and what say Brett Allen and gang at McAuliffe (developers) have. Presumably the States own the buidlings - but have they outsourced running it? Or do they have clauses/covenants with regard to how it's run? Uses for market are endless, the current layout needs to be totally recalibrated for the small independent, honest trader. Grocers, butchers, fruit and veg, farmers market type products, crafts, arts, small independent retailers (who can't afford High Street rentals), food stalls, books etc etc And to anyone who thinks am dreaming here and not being realistic - whilst Jersey is a good example of how a market should be, another excellent example is St Nicholas market in Bristol or Swansea market.
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