It is time to tell Mendip District Council that their decision to close the Frome Saturday Market is wrong.

The market provides essential goods in a safe outdoor space that allows for easy social distancing. Closing the market forces customers who feel safer shopping outdoors, into supermarkets.

Furthermore, a market closure would put more financial strain on local traders who are already struggling to stay afloat.

Give the traders an opportunity to be included in the decision making and be part of the solution.