Purpose

To approve temporary rental and storage arrangements for Indoor Covered Market (ICM) traders during their relocation to the Outdoor Covered Market (OCM) starting in June 2026:

Rent-Free Periods: A one-week rent-free period during the physical move/closure, followed by a three-month "grace period" once the temporary market opens to support footfall recovery

Temporary Rental Rates: A simplified flat rate of £15 per sqft for stalls and £4 per sqft for storage areas

Rent Protections: Rents will be capped so that no trader pays more than their current levels until April 2027

Utilities: Water and electricity charges will be managed on a pass-through basis.

Decision

ROTHERHAM METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

RECORD OF OFFICER EXECUTIVE DECISION

Date of Decision:

24Th 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

I certify that this is a true record of the executive decision to:

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

I confirm that in making this decision, due regard was given to the seven principles of public life.

Signed by the Decision Maker:

Dated:          24th June, 2026

Name:          Andrew Bramidge             

Job Title:     Executive Director, Regeneration & Environment