Coun Jason Zadrozny, council leader, and Coun Samantha Deakin, member for Sutton Central and New Cross, visited Idlewells Indoor Market to officially welcome Milly’s Footwear. They also visited Love in a Mist Accessories.

The popular market, which runs Monday to Saturday, has a 97% occupancy rate. Idlewells Indoor Market will soon host a permanent presence for the district council with new a dedicated space for residents and businesses to gain information.

Samantha said: “It’s fantastic to see new businesses open and thrive in Ashfield. We will continue to support new and existing small businesses across the District. Idlewells is a bustling market, and we want to create a community hub that encourages people to visit, shop and socialise.”

Sweets and Treats opened recently in Kirkby’s new indoor market, Moor Market. Rob and Haylea Williams have revived a former family business, selling a selection of pre-packed sweets, chocolate bars, crisps and cakes.

Coun Warren Nuttall, ward councillor for Summit, said: “I’m so pleased that Rob and Haylea have chosen to set up their family business in Moor Market. Their stall complements the pop up traders and hopefully will be the start of more full time traders choosing Moor Market.

“The council is committed to supporting small independent businesses throughout Ashfield to create town centres that are friendly, enticing places to visit, shop and work in.”

Anyone interested in trying a market stall at Moor Market, or expanding their business, should email [email protected]