Early Day Motion·EDM 2820

South Molton Pannier Market

23 February 20269 Signatures

Primary sponsor

Ian Roome

Liberal Democrat — North Devon

Motion Text

That this House congratulates South Molton Pannier Market on winning Britain's Favourite Market in the Great British Market Awards 2026 for the fourth consecutive year; recognises the hard work of traders, farmers, and the loyalty of local shoppers in supporting thriving small businesses across the South West; celebrates the market's long heritage and ongoing reinvention as a centre for food festivals, as the heart of community outreach, and as the first ever indoor section of the Tour of Britain cycle race; and reaffirms the deep importance of indoor markets to towns across the country.