Meat traders agree plan for 'New Smithfield' market in London after permanent closure fears

Smithfield is set to close at its current site in 2028 - (PA Archive)

Traders at the Smithfield Market in the City of London have agreed plans to move to a new site after fears of permanent closure.

The historic meat market will move to a new location “within the M25” when its current location closes in 2028, a group representing traders said in a joint statement with the City of London on Monday.