Some British traders decided not to take part this year because of the additional paperwork required, but those from continental Europe were not deterred.After a Covid-19 enforced break last year, this is the fifteenth time the market has been held.
"Because Northern Ireland trades within the European rules, there was no problem at all," he explained. "All of the produce is authentic traditional German. The produce is sourced in Germany and coming to Northern Ireland is like part of Europe, it’s got the dual status, so there was absolutely no problem with the produce coming through," he explains.
The market is drawing large crowds, despite concerns about the continuing high rate of Covid infections.Managing Director Allan Hartwell said Belfast has a broader range of exhibitors than the others this year because traders from continental Europe found it easier to travel as Northern Ireland has remained within the European Single Market.
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