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Romford Sunday market faces closure as Havering Council saves costs

Romford's historic Sunday market could close as the local authority tries to avoid bankruptcy.

Havering London Borough Council says it is doing what it can to address a £31m budget gap in the coming year.

Stall holders told BBC London the council has to rethink its proposals.

9 November 2023

Havering London Borough Council

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