Jeweller 'priced out' of Christmas market stall this year
Summary
A jeweller named Alex Healy, who has sold at Liverpool's Christmas market since 2021, says she cannot afford to rent a stall this year because the costs have risen a lot. The event is now run by a new company, Underbelly, which doubled stall prices and added extra fees, causing concerns among local sellers.Key Facts
- Alex Healy is a silversmith who has sold jewellery at Liverpool's Christmas market since 2021.
- A new company called Underbelly took over running the market this year.
- Stall rental costs increased from about £6,780 last year to nearly £14,000 this year before extra charges.
- Additional fees include costs for water, waste, storage, and energy.
- Local traders like Alex feel “priced out” and worry their businesses may not survive.
- Liverpool City Council says the market supports local businesses and attracts over 500,000 visitors annually.
- Underbelly plans to add a new ice-skating event called "Skate St George's" during the market.
- The council said Underbelly handles trader arrangements independently and continues to organise other festive markets in the city.
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