East London fishmongers are battling the City of London Corporation over the planned closure of the historic Smithfield meat and Billingsgate fish markets. This decision, made after a failed relocation plan, threatens the livelihoods of market traders who rely on these markets. Local fishmongers, backed by a food poverty charity, are urging Parliament to reject the closure, which they argue will exacerbate food access issues for low-income communities. The markets cannot close without parliamentary approval, which the fishmongers are currently fighting against, while the corporation provides compensation and alternative options for traders.
The fishmongers from Ridley Road market have been vocal against the City of London Corporation's decision to permanently close the historic Smithfield and Billingsgate markets.
Without Billingsgate, east London fishmongers say they will face closure, as the market is essential for their livelihood and maintaining local food traditions.
Alicia Weston, founder of Bags of Taste, highlights the broader implications for food poverty, stressing that losing these markets threatens food access for low-income communities.
The City of London Corporation's decision to close long-standing markets sparked outrage, with the fishmongers rallying support from MPs to oppose the bill.
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