The City of London Corporation's decision to close Smithfield meat market by 2028 has shaken local traders, many of whom have worked there their entire lives.
Traders had hoped for a relocation to Dagenham following years of planning, but the abrupt decision has left them uncertain about their futures and livelihoods.
Pat, a market trader, expressed deep concern over the closure, noting the community's strength and the friendships built over years of shared experiences at the market.
This historic site, once central to feeding London and dispensing justice, marks an end of an era for the city’s meat and poultry trade.
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