£10k boost for York and four towns (From York Press)

£10k boost for York and four towns

4:23pm Tuesday 23rd October 2012 in News

YORK’S market stalls could be the key to boosting the retail sector after the city was named as a Town Team Partner by the Government.

Goole, Beverley, Bridlington and Market Weighton, all in East Yorkshire, were also among 400 communities nationwide to win the status.

They will be given a £10,000 Government grant each to revitalise their high streets and main shopping areas.

York based its bid on a scheme to use the city’s market stalls for business start-ups, which would then receive help to move from the stall to temporary premises and finally formal leasehold premises in York.

York council leader James Alexander said: “Previous smaller schemes have proven that there is huge potential for the markets to be used to bridge the gap between starting a business and moving into commercial premises.

"The scheme will also be providing a much needed boost to the market-place, attracting a larger and more diverse customer base."

The recipient towns will also have access to practical support in revitalising shopping areas.