Street Trading and Markets Strategy 2026-2031 (SC/2026/01)

February 25, 2026 Cabinet (Cabinet collective) Key decision Awaiting outcome View on council website

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Summary

The Cabinet decided to adopt the Street Trading and Markets Strategy 2026-2031 on 08/09/2026. The strategy aims to revitalise Camden's markets and street trading sites over the next five years. It includes plans to support self-employment, ensure sustainability, and create vibrant, inclusive spaces.

The Director of Environment and Sustainability approved the procurement strategy for Camden's air quality diffusion tube monitoring on 12 March 2026. This strategy will procure a service provider for nitrogen dioxide monitoring from July 2026 to December 2029. The contract will have a 50/50 price/quality split and include social value commitments such as STEAM work experience placements and air quality workshops.

The Interim Director of Partnerships, Participation and Communications agreed to allocate We Make Camden Project Fund grants on 27 March 2026. Seventeen organisations will receive two-year grant extensions totalling £542,788 for 2026/2027 and 2027/2028. These grants support projects aligned with the We Make Camden missions, prioritising those led by and for under-served communities.

Full council record

Purpose

To consider the approval of the Street Trading and Markets Strategy, which sets out a plan to revitalise Camden’s markets and street trading into thriving hubs for local communities, culture, and enterprise.

Decision

RESOLVED –

THAT, having had regard to findings from the trader, resident and partner engagement set out in Appendix 2 and the Council’s public sector equality duty under section 149 of the Equality Act 2010, the Street Trading and Markets Strategy 2026-2031 as set out in Appendix 1 be adopted and agreed.

Supporting Documents

Report - New Homes for Small Sites Package B proposed planning application for Hadley Street.pdf
Appendix 2 - Street Trading Strategy Engagement Report Final.pdf
Appendix 4 - Street Trading Sites in Camden.pdf
Contract Variation for Bacton Development Scheme report.pdf
Contract award report public conveniences refurbishment works.pdf
Appendix 2 - EIA Toilet Procurement Refurbishment.pdf
Report - Procurement Strategy Report for Camden Air Quality Diffusion Tube Monitoring 2026-2029.pdf
We Make Camden Project Fund Round 1 report.pdf
Decision report - Investigating Officer and Independent Person Services.pdf
Report - Procurement strategy and award for Childrens Education Management System.pdf
Street Trading Strategy 2026-2031 report.pdf
Appendix 1 - Street Trading and Markets Strategy.pdf
Appendix 3 - Equality Impact Assessment_Street Trading Markets Strategy.pdf

Details

OutcomeFor Determination
Decision date25 Feb 2026
Effective from6 Mar 2026
Expected date25 Feb 2026
Originally due25 Feb 2026
Lead officerRichard Bradbury
Subject to call-inYes