London's ancient Smithfield Market hosted its Christmas meat auction amid threats of closure by 2028.

London's historic Smithfield Market held its annual Christmas meat auction on Tuesday, a 900-year-old tradition now threatened by the City's decision to close the market by 2028. Despite the uncertainty, hundreds attended the event, which sells cheap turkeys and other meats to the highest bidder. The market, known for trading meat and livestock, will eventually move to a new location within London.

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