Councillors attempt to save village market (From News Shopper)
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Councillors attempt to save village market
11:37am Tuesday 7th February 2006 in
UNDER-THREAT traders are being given a boost as councillors from neighbouring boroughs unite to try to save their market.
Network Rail wants to change the planning status of Blackheath station car park, so housing can be built on the site.
Lewisham and Greenwich councillors in Blackheath, which falls between the two authorities, oppose the plan as it would end the Sunday farmers' market.
They also fear the loss of parking will affect trade in Blackheath village.
Lewisham councillor Andrew Brown said: "It is vital we give people the opportunity to shop in Blackheath village by providing safe parking spaces."
The councillors will send a petition opposing the move to Network Rail.
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