Sandbach Market is celebrating 15 year membership of 'Real Deal' commitment to fake-free trading.

The membership requires the market to sign-up and abide by the terms of the National Markets' Charter and work with the local trading standards service to ensure standards are met.

Sandbach has held a Thursday market in the town centre from before Queen Elizabeth I granted the town its charter in 1579. The weekly market offers a wide variety of quality products at great prices.

Several traders have been attending the market for 30, 40 or even 50 years, some carrying on the tradition from their parents and grandparents.

The membership renewal confirmation comes a fortnight before Sandbach Market will be taking part in the national "Love your Local Market" initiative between 15 and 30 May.

Patricia Lennon, Real Deal Campaign Manager said: "Back in 2010, Sandbach Market was among the first cohort of markets in the UK to adopt the Real Deal Charter. It is wonderful that more than fifteen years later that commitment is still going strong.

"All credit to the market team at Sandbach Town Council and their trading standards colleagues at Cheshire East Council. Their diligence and focus on fair trading ensures that consumers are protected from untested, poor quality, potentially unsafe counterfeits and that law-abiding traders can build their businesses on a level playing field.

"It is fantastic to see the market thriving and vibrant as a result and the Real Deal logo displayed with pride."

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A Sandbach Town Council spokesperson commented: "Our long-standing membership with Real Deal is a testament to the Council's commitment to ensuring that our fantastic Market offers quality and fake-free goods to all shoppers. Sandbach Market is the ideal place for gifts, goods and treats – support your local market and shop locally!"

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