Traders say people are 'put-off' from going to market due to roadworks

Dereham Market Place is undergoing a £610,000 revamp in an effort to improve bus services and accessibility.

The works will last for ten weeks and involve a number of road closures, which are already having an impact on businesses.

Richard Wright, market manager for Fountain Fresh (Image: Newsquest)

Richard Wright, market manager for Fountain Fresh, said: "I’ve spoke to the shops that have been here and they reckon they’re down about 50pc already.

"I’ve had to reduce my store pitch size because they’ve taken part of my stall, so a........

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